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Are You Happy Working in Finance?

Fpanda Club

Young people usually choose their career in finance as it seems to be rather easy to measure success: there is a beaten path from an entry-level accountant/auditor or financial analyst to finance manager and later to CFO. But with all this professional success going with a bunch of certifications and high salary, the real question that comes up is whether it is possible to be happy at work?

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Why The Data Breach Decline Is Bad News For Businesses

PYMNTS

The Interstate Technology & Regulatory Council (ITRC) released new data on the state of cyberattacks and data breaches with some surprising news: data breaches were actually down in 2020 year-over-year. But the findings aren't necessarily cause for optimism, warns ITRC President and CEO Eva Velasquez. “While it is encouraging to see the number of data breaches, as well as the number of people impacted by them, decline, people should understand that this problem is not going away,” she said i

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Breaking down the organizational silos between CFO and CHRO | Anaplan

Anaplan

Traditionally, the CFO organization and the HR department have operated independently of each other. Any cross-overs have been in finite, well-defined functions: managing overtime costs, regulatory compliance, taxes, and so forth. The Chief HR Officer (CHRO) or Chief People Officer (CPO) looks at a company from the lens of organizational structure and reporting hierarchy; the […].

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Business travel spending estimated to grow 21% in 2021

Future CFO

Have you planned to resume business travel later this year? Numbers from the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) indicates that business travel spending is projected to grow 21% this year worldwide while a full recovery of the sector is expected in 2025. The true global financial impact of the coronavirus pandemic began in Q2 2020, resulting in an expected 68% decline to US$738 billion during Apr 1 - Dec 31, 2020, according to GBTA's latest BTI Outlook report that covers business travel sp

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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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Everything You Need to Know About PPP Round 2

CSC Advisors

It's been a hard year for small businesses. But passionate, dedicated small business owners like you are prepared to weather the storm. And the paycheck protection program (PPP) is here to help. The second round of PPE is open. The program will help secure loans for small business owners in 2021. Below you will find a comprehensive guide to round two of PPP with everything you need to know to protect your business and employees.

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Castle welcomes Alex Nursey to new management role

Castle Corporate Finance

Castle Corporate Finance is pleased to announce the appointment of Alex Nursey. Alex joins as a Manager, assisting the team on current transactions and managing them day to day, as well as helping to identify new business opportunities. Alex will be project managing and advising on a wide range of assignments, bringing his experience to bear to add value for clients at every stage of a transaction process.

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Regent Assay advise on acquisition of leading professional painting equipment and ducting brands

Regent Assay

Regent Assay has advised a group of private investors on the acquisition of market leading professional painting equipment and ducting brands Gallito and FastClip from Filtermist International Ltd. Gallito and FastClip were acquired as part of the acquisition of DCS Group two years ago, but were not deemed core to the growth strategy of Absolent Group AB, Filtermist’s parent company.

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India might ban cryptocurrencies and create national digital currency

Future CFO

India plans to introduce a law to ban cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin and implement a framework for creating a national digital currency, according to a legislative agenda listed by the government. The “Cryptocurrency and Regulation of Official Digital Currency Bill” will create a “facilitative framework for creation of the official digital currency to be issued by the Reserve Bank of India.”.

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Healthcare Rx: Flexible Payment Systems Drive Positive Patient Experience

PYMNTS

Although the U.S. healthcare system is lauded for providing the best, most advanced care in the world, when it comes to the payments practices being used with much of that industry, honorable mention might be a more fitting rank. This, despite the fact that consumers are not only accustomed to modern, seamless payments in almost every aspect of their lives, but studies show 1 in 4 patients say they’d switch to another provider or doctor that offered more payment options and a better patient expe

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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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GameStop or: Why the Short Sellers Win

CFA Institute

The GameStop short sellers might have left the market. But don’t for a minute think they are licking their wounds in defeat.

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3 Tips to Build and Retain a World-class Engineering Team

Planful

We punch way above our weight here at Planful. We see it in the brand leadership our sales and marketing teams have built in the FP&A market. It’s evident in the success our customers have had with Planful, especially during 2020. And, it’s clearly demonstrated in the innovative products we bring to market. . I run our engineering and development teams at Planful.

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Singapore’s FP&A professionals don’t trust data used for forecasts

Future CFO

Only 30% of F&A professionals and business leaders in Singapore are confident that the financial data used for financial analysis and forecasting is accurate, said BlackLine which recently released results of a survey. . This is despite 30% indicating they are now under more pressure to provide an accurate picture of company performance due to COVID-19, the software company pointed out.

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VisaNet +AI Adds Predictive Element To Processing And Settlements

PYMNTS

Within financial services, artificial intelligence (AI) is typically deployed in various efforts to identify and stop fraud. But advanced technologies can also be leveraged to help financial institutions (FIs) operate more efficiently, improving the end-to-end payments experience for their consumers. It’s that holistic approach that has driven Visa ’s expanded AI initiative announced Tuesday (Feb. 2).

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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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Beware the Bubble? The US Stock Market Cap-to-GDP Ratio

CFA Institute

The Buffett Indicator is flashing red and has been for a while now.

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Leading with Customer Success: Why Nucleus Research Named Planful a Value Matrix Leader

Planful

The disruption and strain caused by the COVID-19 pandemic over the past year has radically changed how companies operate, but also how they develop plans, forecasts, and budgets. Uncertainty rendered historical data irrelevant and made it even more difficult for FP&A to prepare for an unpredictable future using spreadsheets and email, especially as we transitioned to remote work and online collaboration. .

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Gartner: 40% of boards to have dedicated cybersecurity committee by 2025

Future CFO

Gartner predicts that 40% of boards of directors will have a dedicated cybersecurity committee overseen by a qualified board member by 2025, up from less than 10% today. This is one of several organisational changes the advisory firm expects to see at the board, management and security team level, in response to greater risk created by the expanded digital footprint of organizations during the pandemic.

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GM’s Electric Vehicle Makeover Reverberates Far Beyond Detroit

PYMNTS

Beneath a banner proclaiming “Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions, Zero Congestion,” General Motors’ CEO Mary Barra announced her company’s plan to produce 100 percent electric vehicles by 2035, the most sweeping overhaul of any major global automaker in the history of the industry. While the wisdom and strategy can be debated, there is no arguing the fact that GM’s decision to wean itself — and the world — off of fossil fuels will have tectonic effects that will be felt far beyond Detroit, and will ta

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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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Myth-Busting: Low Rates Don’t Justify High Valuations

CFA Institute

Lower interest rates may not, in fact, lead to higher P/E ratios.

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The Price-Value Feedback Loop: A Look at GME and AMC!

Musings on Markets

There are three topics that you can write or talk about that are almost guaranteed to draw a audience, stocks (because greed drives us all), sex (no reason needed) and salvation. I am not an expert on the latter two, and I am not sure that I have that much that is original to say about the first. That said, in my niche, which is valuation, many start with the presumption that almost every topic you pick is boring.

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Survey: Global confidence fragile in early 2021

Future CFO

Global confidence in Q4 of 2020 stalled and remains fragile at the start of 2021, said ACCA and IMA (Institute of Management Accountants) recently when releasing a report based on their jointly conducted Global Economics Conditions Survey. The global economy contracted by around 4.5% in 2020, the biggest fall in global activity in several decades, according to the report.

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Italian Banking Association Embraces Need For Speed For Future Of Real-Time Payments

PYMNTS

To get a sense of the present state — and future — of instant payments, look to Italy. It has pulled ahead of its EU neighbors in developing real-time payments technology and in recruiting banks to adopt it. It’s a trend that has been encouraged by the Italian Banking Association, whose official role is to “represent, safeguard and promote the common and legitimate interests of its members, undertaking initiatives for the orderly, stable and efficient growth of the banking and financial sector i

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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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Simon Property Group, Wheels Up Get In On The SPAC Action

PYMNTS

New year – and on Wall Street, perhaps the same bubble forming. No, not GameStop. You’d be forgiven if the tug of war between hedge funds and retail investors – and the soaring and swooning over GameStop and Dogecoin – would be top of mind in anticipation of a bubble taking shape that will, at some point, see either deflation or a pop. Perhaps also turn your gaze to special purpose acquisition companies, more commonly known as SPACs.

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Fast Action: Tennessee Sportsbook Bets Service Quality On Instant Payments

PYMNTS

Michael Jordan is mostly known for one thing: basketball. And as he once said about hoops, “You miss 100 percent of the shots you don’t take.” But perhaps his best quote comes from his other pastime, gambling: “I want people to understand, gambling is not a bad thing if you do it within the framework of what it’s meant to be, which is fun and entertaining.”.

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Payroll Considers Its Cash Flow Influence

PYMNTS

Data integration is climbing to the top of chief financial officers' priority lists. Automatically looping information across various financial platforms — including accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR) and expenses — is critical to achieving a real-time view of cash positions and developing more accurate forecasts. When it comes to payroll, it may not seem that a steady, consistently timed outflow of cash to employees plays a prominent role in overall cash flow strategy.

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Taking The Swedish Approach To Instant Payments Ubiquity

PYMNTS

The global payments ecosystem is still in flux after a year of rapid changes caused by the pandemic, and instant payments are becoming more intriguing to consumers around the globe. One PYMNTS study found that 59 percent of United States consumers would use instant payments because of their convenience, for example. Roughly the same number would choose them for their primary virtue: speed.

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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.