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The Difference Between Cost of Sales vs Cost of Goods Sold

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In financial accounting , Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) is recorded as a debit because it reduces a company’s net income and is debited to reflect a decrease in retained earnings, an equity account. Optimizing Cost Management in Business Effective cost management is crucial for maintaining a healthy bottom line in any business.

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Podchats for FutureCFO: Action items to accelerate finance transformation

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In an IBM Global C-Suite study , two-thirds of CFOs surveyed confirmed that their agenda includes taking an active role in developing strategy, driving growth, reducing costs, managing risks and providing insights. How effective is your finance function in supporting the following aspects of enterprise decision-making?

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