Beacon CFO Plus

JANUARY 30, 2024

When CFO Services Become a Strategic Imperative In the ever-evolving business landscape, the decision to bring in external expertise can have a major impact on your success. Regardless of your business’s size or industry, there comes a point where engaging with an outsourced CFO becomes necessary.

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CFO Simplified

DECEMBER 10, 2021

Most successful companies have an annual planning process to put together specific plans and goals for the upcoming year. The post It’s the time of the year for strategic planning and budgeting appeared first on CFO Simplified.

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CFO Talks

MARCH 20, 2024

From Controller to CFO: What Changes? Moving from being a Controller to a CFO is a big step up. Both the CFO and Controller deal with the company’s finances, but they focus on different things. Both the CFO and Controller deal with the company’s finances, but they focus on different things.

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CFO News Room

DECEMBER 16, 2022

One industry that tends to be recession-resistant is finance. And while the finance industry has seen its share of ups and downs over the years, it generally bounces back fairly quickly after a downturn. If you’re considering a career in finance, you’re probably wondering what the best-paying jobs are. Chief Financial Officer.

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CFO Thought Leader

DECEMBER 12, 2023

However, Seidel—CFO of space security start-up True Anomaly—swiftly short circuits the familiar narrative of a space-loving youth. Observes Seidel: “The CFO role is a cross-functional one. jb “It’s the job of the CFO to connect the dots across the business and act as a strategic thought partner for key stakeholders.

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CFO Share

APRIL 1, 2024

What to Expect When You Hire an Outsourced CFO The thought of hiring an outsourced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) has been on your mind, perhaps driven by stalled growth and advice from your mentors. Here’s a journey through the initial months of outsourcing your CFO so you know what to expect. Where could they be?”

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Future CFO

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

For companies starting out in the business, some resort to hiring fractional chief financial officers to share their expertise in finance, strategic planning, and other CFO-related activities. Data presented as trends and patterns The best CFOs don't just provide accurate data for your review.

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CFO Simplified

MARCH 27, 2022

This, however, does not necessarily mean that strategic planning is off the table. A proactive way for business owners to mitigate their risk is through contingency planning. This type of strategic approach helps your business hit its targets and continuously recheck its priorities. CFOs make decisions based on data.

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CFO Leadership

DECEMBER 12, 2022

Here are resources from Robert Half and Protiviti to help you prepare your finance function for the road ahead. 2022 Global Finance Trends Survey. The post What’s Next for CFOs? Setting the Finance Function Up for Success in 2023 first appeared on CFO Leadership. The post What’s Next for CFOs?

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VCFO

APRIL 23, 2023

Jonathon Rapacki is a finance executive with a track record of success across diverse industries, including oil and gas, mining, financial services, private equity, venture capital, and retail. Most recently, he served as interim CFO for Food Service Holdings / BSI and then for Load to Ride Transportation / One-Stop Freightways in Denver.

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CFO Simplified

DECEMBER 12, 2021

The terms “finance” and “accounting” are often used interchangeably. There are, however, very real differences between finance and accounting. While many business owners look for a CFO to bolster their existing accounting team, here at CFO Simplified, we consider that a CFO would be categorized squarely in the finance category.

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The Finance Weekly

APRIL 1, 2023

However, amidst this uncertainty, the need for qualified CFOs remains as crucial as ever. CFO Pros on the Move March 2023 Steve Nave | Funko Funko, the pop-culture toy company, has named , Steve Nave as its CFO and COO. Burke takes over from Brian Cooper, who assumed the CFO role in 2021. She is also a U.S. Army veteran.

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The Charity CFO

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

The finance director role is critical to the success of any nonprofit, making it one of the most important hires an organization can make. If you are looking for a finance director, it is important to find someone who is not only qualified for the position but also fits well with the organization’s culture. Why this is important.

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The Finance Weekly

MARCH 25, 2024

Big companies used to hog all the CFO action, but now even small and medium-sized businesses are jumping on the bandwagon. Why the sudden CFO craze? In a nutshell, companies are starting to view CFOs as smart investments rather than just expenses. Highest Paid CFOs in the World in 2024 1. As the Director of Amyris Inc.,

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CFO Share

JANUARY 12, 2024

Financial forecasting is an essential practice, but navigating the waters of financial planning can be daunting, especially when you’re considering bringing a fractional CFO on board for the first time. It’s an essential tool for strategic planning, resource allocation, and investment decisions.

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CFO News

MARCH 8, 2023

The finance veteran has nearly three decades of experience spanning across strategic planning, risk management, and fundraising. In his new innings with DTDC, he is expected to play a key strategic role.

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Future CFO

MARCH 9, 2023

Capital A announced recently the appointment of John Cheing as the CFO for airasia Digital and airasia Super App. Prior to his new role, Cheing was head of investments at Capital A , responsible for the firm’s corporate finance and investments.

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VCFO

APRIL 21, 2022

vcfo is delighted to announce that Gary Golden has joined the vcfo Dallas team as a Consulting CFO. Gary is a finance professional with more than 45 years of expertise in business development, global accounting, and process improvement across multiple industries. He previously managed finance teams ranging in size of two to 250.

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Beacon CFO Plus

OCTOBER 21, 2021

The CFO of your organization is one of your key leaders and strategists. He or she is a steward of your company’s finances, a keeper of detailed records and reports, and privy to sensitive data and financial information. What do you do when a CFO abruptly quits or announces plans to retire? Work With a Virtual CFO.

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VCFO

OCTOBER 10, 2023

monthly, annual) performance, much more is needed for effective strategic planning – proactive planning that looks beyond what the business will do in the short term to where you want it to be in five years, ten years, or a similar timeframe. A fractional CFO serves as an expert guide for business owners.

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A Fractional CFO

JUNE 8, 2022

By Tony Fremarek | A Fractional CFO, LLC A CFO is responsible for managing the financial operations of a business, this includes accounting, financial reporting, cash management, budgeting, maintaining controls, capital structure issues, and financing.

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CFO Leadership

AUGUST 12, 2021

The CFO Leadership Council proudly highlights our very first ten Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Ascend Honorees! The Ascend program is an opportunity for Senior Finance Executives from underrepresented groups to join The CFO Leadership Council. Fisher Senior VP & CFO American Hospital Association. Christina Y.

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The Charity CFO

JUNE 10, 2022

Your finance committee spends the most time analyzing and studying your nonprofit’s numbers, yet your entire board of directors is responsible for financial oversight. Doing so helps you ensure your team truly understands your finances and can help you do your job more effectively. Activate the Finance Committee.

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Future CFO

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

While the firm acknowledges that the need for finance talent will remain high, it expects demand for operational profiles to grow less, due to automation and outsourcing of certain activities. Finance leaders need to adopt new technological advancements to streamline financial planning and analysis, reporting and finance operation process.”

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E78 Partners

MAY 23, 2023

Very often, PE backed companies have found the best approach is to leverage an Interim CFO who can address time-sensitive key initiatives that the company can’t afford to wait on while also laying a strong foundation for a future permanent hire. But another leading factor has been the evolution of the CFO role itself.

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Future CFO

MAY 26, 2024

FutureCFO: What excites you the most when you work with CFOs and finance functions? In partnership with my CFO, Dr. Björn Schmidt, we work on rolling forecasts and a driver-based business model, making decisions based on scenarios derived from our Jedox model for recurring software and service businesses.

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CFO Thought Leader

JANUARY 27, 2024

This episode of Planning Aces sheds light on the critical role financial leadership and strategic planning plays in guiding companies through turbulent times and the importance of balancing short-term opportunities with long-term strategic planning.

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Future CFO

MARCH 24, 2024

Editor’s note: In this A Day in the Life interview, Alvin IP (pictured), CFO of Aspire , shared how global exposure has helped him keep up with the challenges facing a finance leader and stay open-minded to new experiences in his career journey. Arriving two years ago, I was a part of a modest 8-member finance department.

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VCFO

MAY 17, 2024

Evaluation of 154 core data points across six dimensions and in-depth dialogue between you and a CFO steeped in all aspects of business optimization and strategic planning provides a holistic, insightful, and unbiased exploration of your company’s DNA.

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CFO Simplified

APRIL 1, 2022

CEO of CFO Simplified, Larry Chester, was recently featured on Dave Lorenzo’s Inside BS Show. During the show, they discuss how an outsourced CFO can positively impact your business. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction: How a CFO Can Help Shape Business Strategy. 08:40 What Size Business Is Ready for a CFO?

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VCFO

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Merle Waterman is a Consulting CFO with more than 30 years of leadership in ecommerce, software, manufacturing, and professional services. Prior to joining vcfo, Merle was a CFO for companies in bicycle ecommerce, food service, search engine, and voice recognition software. At vcfo, our mission is always to make your company stronger.

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Focus CFO

MARCH 3, 2022

How a CFO Can Help You Solve the Inflation Puzzle. However, with guidance and strategic planning led by an experienced CFO, organizations will be well equipped to weather the storm. . However, with guidance and strategic planning led by an experienced CFO, organizations will be well equipped to weather the storm. .

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A Fractional CFO

APRIL 29, 2021

By Tony Fremarek | A Fractional CFO, LLC A CFO is responsible for managing the financial operations of a business, this includes accounting, financial reporting, cash management, budgeting, maintaining controls, capital structure issues, and financing.

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CFO Thought Leader

APRIL 7, 2024

They also emphasize the evolving nature of finance professional interactions and the idea that strategic insights can serve as catalysts for organizational change, prompting shifts in product development, market strategy, and operational execution.

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Future CFO

AUGUST 30, 2021

What makes for a sought-after chief finance professional (CFO)? According to Payscale.com , skills such as leadership, and financial reporting and strategic planning, won’t elevate your take-home pay much. These days, strong computer skills, as are advanced knowledge of accounting, budgeting, and finances.

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Future CFO

MARCH 20, 2020

Editor’s Note: For our Female Leadership in Finance Series , FutureCFO editor Teresa Leung recently had a chat with Vyin Ng (pictured below), CFO at Microsoft Hong Kong. If you think a finance person is focused only on numbers and shy away from changes, think again. FutureCFO: Can you share with me your finance career journey?

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Onplan

DECEMBER 16, 2021

We’ve worked closely with numerous startup SaaS teams, and a fair share of them don’t have a CFO or even a dedicated finance team. But at several million in ARR, finance becomes a critical enabler — or disabler — of success. So what are the three key areas of focus for a SaaS CFO’s success? Let’s dive in.

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