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CFOs hold pay raises far below inflation despite war for talent

CFO Dive

CFOs are spurring resignations by letting inflation far outpace wage gains. They can take steps to improve employee retention even as prices increase at the highest rate in four decades.

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Oaktree acquires 17Capital in pref equity and debt play

Private Funds CFO

Oaktree's parent company, Brookfield, has opened another front in its expansion strategy, having entered the real estate and infrastructure secondaries markets beginning in 2020.

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Customer Portals & Product Information Management

Navigator SAP

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Celebrating International Women's Day: The Benefits and Advantages of Female CFOs

The Finance Weekly

Historically, there is a very small percentage of women in finance- even more so than other industries. Female CFOs account for only 12% of all executives in that position, while the number of women CFOs amongst Fortune 500 and S&P 500 companies is slightly , higher (15%). Although it is still a very low percentage in the grand scheme of things, the number has been increasing steadily for quite a few decades, and has more than doubled since the turn of the century.

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Your Guide to Creating a Travel Policy

Navigating travel expenses can be challenging, but our workbook offers a clear path forward. Learn to craft a travel policy that fits your budget and makes travel management simple. This self-guided workbook offers: Practical advice on choosing airlines, setting booking time frames, and managing travel costs effectively. Insights into selecting the right class of service for each employee, ensuring everyone travels comfortably and within policy.

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Small businesses see inflation as No. 1 challenge

CFO Dive

The highest inflation in four decades has eroded profit margins and compelled small businesses to raise prices, the National Federation of Independent Business said.

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Women and Money Making: What’s Your Business Model?

CFA Institute

In celebration of International Women’s Day 2022, Barbara Stewart, CFA, shares how women in various countries and cultures think about business models.

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What Is a Data Lakehouse? A Straightforward, Business-Focused Explanation

Embark With Us

If your business doesn't have a centralized data repository driving fresh, actionable, well-defined and governed data, you're falling behind. Quickly. Because keeping up with ever-evolving technology and customer expectations is no easy feat. And sooner than you'd probably expect, your chances of catching up will evaporate like a puddle in Death Valley.

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Former Valentino CFO takes finance helm at IBrands Global

CFO Dive

“The company has grown dramatically … and as it often happens, the infrastructure did not grow at the same speed,” said CFO Carmine Pappagallo.

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I’m a non-US GP – will the SEC’s proposals affect me?

Private Funds CFO

The degree to which non-US sponsors would be impacted by the changes depends on whether they are registered with the SEC.

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Elevating Accounting Practices: The Power of Outsourcing and Automation in the Digital Age

Speaker: Nancy Wu, Head of Sales and Customer Success at SkyStem

Join us for an enlightening webinar as we delve into the transformative realm of modern accounting practices. In today's digital age, the convergence of outsourcing and automation has revolutionized how businesses manage their financial operations. In this webinar we will explore the synergistic potential of these two strategies to streamline processes, enhance accuracy, save cost and drive strategic decision-making.

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Pathways to breaking the gender bias in the workplace

Future CFO

Bias in the workplace. Bias in the workplace is a complex and nuanced issue. Bias tends to be born from our experiences, cultural norms, family systems, and what we tell ourselves about the world we live in. Conscious bias is the clearest to identify and potentially confront. There are people in the world who are not shy about the fact they do not like a particular group, gender, shape, people they find unattractive, where someone was educated, where they are from etc.

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Time-Varying Risk Premia: Cochrane’s “Discount Rates”

CFA Institute

"Discount rates vary a lot more than we thought. Most of the puzzles and anomalies that we face amount to discount-rate variation we do not understand.".

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Company tax bills are rising — along with compliance complexity

CFO Dive

Only 18% of companies with $100M or more in annual revenue saw a drop in what they owe, a BDO survey shows. Meanwhile, tax executives are increasingly asked to explain tax impacts, but not help set company strategy.

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Two fund finance bigwigs look to enter NAV market

Private Funds CFO

Two of the most well known figures in fund finance are leaving their respective institutions to start a new venture.

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How to Build the Ideal HR Team

HR doesn’t exist in a vacuum. This work impacts everyone: from the C-Suite to your newest hire. It also drives results. Learn how to make it all happen in Paycor’s latest guide.

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Private equity: Average deal size surpasses the US$1B mark for the first-time ever

Future CFO

Private equity set a remarkable new standard for itself in 2021 as buyout deal value reached an all-time high of US$1.1 trillion, said Bain & Company recently when releasing its13th annual Global Private Equity Report. The amount doubled 2020’s total of $577 billion and shattered the previous record of $804 billion set in 2006 during the exuberant run-up to the global financial crisis, the firm noted.

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Should I Sell My Business Now or Wait?

CFO Selections

Our CFOs get asked about business exit options a lot, especially these days. Business owners that are looking to step away to pursue other endeavors, interested in cashing out to get the full value of their hard work, or nearing retirement all wonder when they should make their move to maximize their gain. While last year’s expected Federal tax rate increases did not happen, there is still lingering apprehension around the timing of exiting your business.

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Healthcare alliance's CFO to scale, lock down finance functions

CFO Dive

“Generally speaking with any early-stage company, you get a lot of nos. I’m going to have to pivot a lot,” said CFO Karen Molis.

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Bridge Alternatives expands outsource business with five senior hires

Private Funds CFO

The C-suite outsourcing firm adds the new roles to meet growing client demand.

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Planning Your Restaurant's Path to Profitability

Speaker: James Kahler, COO of Full Course

Ever wondered where to splurge and where to safely conserve when it comes to operating and growing your restaurant? 🤔 Join James Kahler, COO of Full Course and industry visionary, in this new webinar where he'll talk all about best practices to invest in your restaurant's success! Whether you're a new business or an established restaurant, a seasoned pro or a rookie, you'll learn the keys to sustainable success in this competitive industry.

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Global accounting bodies urge profession-wide commitment to reverse nature loss

Future CFO

The chief executives of 10 of global accounting bodies have joined together to support a new call to action in response to the nature crisis, ahead of the upcoming UN Convention of Biological Diversity (CBD) COP 15, said the Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants (HKICPA) recently. The 10 accounting bodies that have signed the statement include: The Association of International Certified Professional Accountants representing AICPA & CIMA Chartered Accountants Ireland (CAI) Chart

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The Business Intelligence Revolution: The Road to Data-Driven Decision Making

Embark With Us

What if we told you CFOs don’t need a crystal ball to peer into the future, just certain digital tools already available, waiting for their embrace? That’s exactly what genuine, real-time business intelligence offers today’s finance organizations, with the promise of spending less time deciding on your game plan, and more time executing it.

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Jaw-dropping expenses are just one of many IPO surprises

CFO Dive

Don’t be caught off guard by the demands you and your staff will face as you prepare to go public, whether through an IPO or a SPAC merger.

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DATA SNAPSHOT: Gender diversity ‘crucial’ to investment opps

Private Funds CFO

Most private fund CFOs globally say gender diversity is crucial or important to assessing potential investments, according to an Intertrust Group survey.

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How Automation is Driving Efficiency Through the Last Mile of Reporting

Speaker: Jamie Eagan

As organizations strive for agility and efficiency, it's imperative for finance leaders to embrace innovative technologies and redefine traditional processes. Join us as we explore the pivotal role of digitalization and automation in reshaping what is commonly referred to as the “last mile of reporting”. We’ll deep-dive into why digitalization is no longer a choice, but a necessity for finance departments to stay competitive in a fast-paced environment touching on: 2024 trends for the Office of

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Breaking the bias in Asia’s workplace

Future CFO

The pandemic remains a test of mettle. This is particularly so for leadership. In good times, it is easy to cosy along to the next challenge. In periods of growth, leaders have bountiful resources, time, and goodwill to move things along. But in times of crisis, as in the period from 2020 and counting, leaders face a multitude of interconnected issues somehow inexorably linked to each other.

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Options Markets: How Far Have Implied Transaction Costs Fallen?

CFA Institute

Options trading's explicit costs have plummeted to near zero, but what about implied transaction costs?

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SEC pushes for tougher cybersecurity disclosure rules

CFO Dive

SEC Chair Gary Gensler said investors demand more detailed information about how companies seek to curb the risk and costs of cyberattacks.

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IQ-EQ launches hybrid funds desk

Private Funds CFO

The service provider has updated its systems to meet the valuation and administrative challenges of non-traditional private fund vehicles.

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Accounting Software and ERP Readiness Guide

In this white paper, we explore the factors to consider in deciding whether the time is right for your Company to consider a new ERP or accounting software, the total cost of ownership and plans necessary to make the potential leap to these systems.