Focus CFO

JUNE 16, 2023

John is a highly accomplished executive boasting considerable experience in strategic planning, treasury management, accounting, financial analysis, and business development. John Azlant has joined the FocusCFO team in Northeast Ohio.

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Strategic Planning Financial Analysis Treasury Leadership 52

CFO Leadership

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Future-forward finance and accounting organizations were quick to embrace robotic process automation (RPA) years ago to manage mundane, repetitive back-office tasks like data entry and routine financial reporting. AI is a tool and not a replacement for finance professionals.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) 115

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Finance Compliance Forecasting 115

Future CFO

DECEMBER 6, 2023

“The role of the CFO has become one of the most complex and demanding in the C-suite. From financial expertise to strategic decision-making to risk and stakeholder management, successful CFOs should possess a diverse skill set to help guide companies through ever more complex business landscapes and financial and regulatory environments.”

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CFO Finance Financial Analysis Transportation 98

Focus CFO

DECEMBER 6, 2021

Some business owners downplay the complexity of Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) and mistakenly task their accounting team with this crucial function, or hope their CPA firm can be of help. Let’s examine how an outsourced, fractional CFO can improve FP&A: Improving Data.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) 92

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Strategic Planning CFO Communication 92

The Finance Weekly

AUGUST 5, 2023

Your Future in FP&A: Navigating the Varied Career Paths Typically, , Financial Planning and Analysis are integral parts of a comprehensive financial management system, which also includes accounting, revenue and cash flow management , governance, risk, and compliance (GRC), along with other core financial processes.

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Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Financial Analysis Forecasting Budgeting 52

Fpanda Club

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

Planning, budgeting and forecasting are linked together forming financial planning processes. Financial analysis is a type of economic analysis based on the financial data and focused on the assessment of stability and evaluation of profitability of a company, business or project.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) 130

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Corporate Finance Communication Budgeting 130

CFO Talks

MARCH 14, 2024

Beyond the Basics: 7 Key Focus Areas for New CFOs 1. Introduction to the Evolving Role of the CFO In our previous discussion, we outlined the critical first steps a newly appointed CFO should take to establish a solid foundation within their organization. Delegation and Empowerment: No CFO can do it all alone.

Prioritization 52

Prioritization CFO Leverage Risk Management 52

Future CFO

DECEMBER 8, 2022

An EY study reveals that up to 70% of financial controllers and CFOs in Singapore found an increase in demand for financial analysis and forecasts as stakeholders are increasingly interested in including non-financial data for corporate reporting. There’s also some failure around cultivating the right data culture.

Finance 98

Finance CFO Forecasting Leadership 98

The Finance Weekly

JANUARY 31, 2022

However, there have been many organizations that have successfully persevered through the challenges posed by the past couple of years, and among the differentiating factors between such businesses is leadership. Leadership across business departments is a foundational element of success. 5 Leadership Competencies for CFOs 1.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) 52

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Leadership IFRS Budgeting 52

Future CFO

JULY 18, 2021

The role of the CFO continues to evolve. While one of the key tenets, to manage the financial aspects of the business, has remained unchanged, an equal but more strategic set of responsibilities have been placed on the CFO. Kim Yeoh , CFO for Sun Life Asia, explained that the role of the CFO is no longer just about accounting.

Marketing 52

Marketing CFO Finance Leadership 52

CFO News Room

DECEMBER 22, 2022

If there is a lesson be learnt from the last few years of market mayhem, it is that far too many investors, professional as well as retail, seem to have lost their moorings (or never had them in the first place), when it comes to the basics of accounting, finance and statistics.

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Marketing Valuation Corporate Finance Finance 130

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.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) 52

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Finance CFO Problem Solving 52

The Finance Weekly

OCTOBER 13, 2021

The responsibilities of controllers today extend to more than just accounting and forecasting; FCs are now expected to engage in business administration and financial planning. In this way, the FC can provide high-detail, granulated financial analysis that can be used by the CFO for broader financial planning.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) 52

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Leverage Communication Strategic Planning 52

Future CFO

AUGUST 18, 2023

In the finance function, basic accounting processes like accounts payable, payroll and purchasing are often allocated under the shared services model. This allows the organisation’s core finance and accounting (F&A) operations to concentrate on more strategic work, such as financial analysis and planning. "We

Finance 52

Finance Communication Accounts Payable Invoicing 52

Future CFO

MARCH 1, 2021

In addition, data visualisation can greatly improve the CFO’s ability to tell stories and communicate important messages about company performance, strategy, and prospects within and outside organisations. FutureCFO: How can data help drive transparency and accountability throughout an organisation?

Finance 52

Finance Communication Financial Analysis CFO 52

CFO News Room

JANUARY 18, 2023

For example, an underwriter needs to be able to take into account multiple factors (such as age, medical history, and lifestyle) and decide on the best policy for a customer. A broker needs to be able to assess the financial markets and make sound recommendations for their clients. Management and Leadership Skills.

Leadership 130

Leadership Education Communication Problem Solving 130

The Finance Weekly

JULY 31, 2023

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is gradually revolutionizing various industries, including the field of accounting and finance. They highlighted how AI technology is transforming the way finance and accounting teams work with data and make decisions. Nicholas Boucher, a Finance Leader and Educator also participated in the webinar.

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