E78 Partners

JUNE 16, 2025

Whether it is poor post-close planning, misjudged synergy estimates, or ineffective communication across teams, failure tends to follow patterns. Talent Disruption and Culture Clash: Employee turnover, role confusion, and resistance to change often follow poorly communicated or poorly executed transitions. eBay and Skype (2005) – $2.6

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CFO Talks

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Stiles CFO Lili Grobler on what her auditing degree didn’t teach her Lili Grobler is the CFO of Stiles since 2016, a growing business based in George. In a corporate auditing firm, theoretically you only apply legislation and it’s like a ticking exercise, you did this, you didn’t do that.

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CFO Talks

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Additionally, I am excited about the potential of cross-disciplinary collaborations, particularly in areas such as education, professional finance and Information Technology, where AI can significantly improve outcomes. Additionally, I learned the importance of cultural sensitivity and effective communication.

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CFO News Room

JANUARY 18, 2023

Organizations will do this by removing formal education and experience requirements from job postings and instead reaching out directly to internal or external candidates from nontraditional backgrounds who may not have access to certain professional opportunities, or even be aware of them.

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CFO Talks

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Actionable Preventive Steps: Establish Strong Governance : Set up an independent audit committee to oversee financial reporting and ensure that internal audits are performed regularly. Employee Verification : Periodically verify that all employees on the payroll are legitimate by cross-checking records with HR data.

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CFO Talks

JANUARY 22, 2025

The obvious choice for tertiary Education for me was a BCompt degree. At the age of 28 Ive acquired more than 10 years work experience in accounting, auditing, taxation, statutory and secretarial. Johannes Hendrik Bothma CEO/ Director, Darling Romery (Pty) Ltd and subsidiaries. Lead your department / company by example.

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CFO Talks

MAY 14, 2025

His mantra: Formal education will get you a job, self-education will make you rich. Your impact requires a flexible mindset willing to appreciate how thinking and communication can differ from your own, whilst still adding value to the conversation. “Formal education will get you a job, self-education will make you rich.”

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CFO Share

JUNE 6, 2024

A CFO can develop contingency plans, conduct regular audits, and ensure robust internal controls to mitigate these risk. CFOs implement controls procedures, password management policies, and continuing education for employees to ensure cybercriminals do not take advantage of your company. Effective Communication.

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CFO Leadership

OCTOBER 10, 2023

This makes them versatile tools in various fields such as education, customer service, and even creative writing. AI in the “Real World” While these powerful tools seem to have a near mastery of natural language communication, they are not necessarily designed to possess many of the skills required by finance and accounting professionals.

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The Charity CFO

MAY 18, 2022

If your nonprofit requires an audit, the board should engage directly with the audit firm. Instead, it’s your responsibility to educate yourself on the basics of financial management and oversight. Review annual audit . Compliance. Your board should review and approve the annual tax return ( IRS Form 990 ).

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PYMNTS

NOVEMBER 20, 2020

For Andy Brown , CFO at education technology company Chegg , there was a plethora of opportunities to embrace by collaborating with third-party FinTech partners. For Chegg and many other firms, that means the first time going through a virtual audit, and going through quarterly reviews with auditors via virtual communication platforms.

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CFO News Room

DECEMBER 2, 2022

I needed to feel confident that if someone did come in to audit us, those numbers were solid and credible. When you’re presenting to the whole company, you need to bear in mind there will be many people with no financial experience, so you adjust your tone, and how you communicate with them,” says Frances. . The results of her changes.

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CFO News Room

DECEMBER 16, 2022

They also often guide major life events, like saving for retirement or a college education. Because much of an advisor’s job revolves around talking to clients and seeking new investment opportunities, excellent communication skills are essential in this role. Communication Skills. Senior Accountants. Budget Analyst.

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Future CFO

APRIL 27, 2025

This demands that my team, who are located across APAC, and I stick together, keep communication open, stay agile and continuously adapt; time then becomes a precious asset. I've found that when communicated effectively, numbers can inspire and engage teams, as well as support change!

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Future CFO

AUGUST 6, 2024

As the focus has started to shift to re-education on what neurodiversity is, and how to provide support for these individuals, organisations are now faced with the task of considering design principles for business processes that are inclusive for all – regardless of their neurotype. Education is key.

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The Charity CFO

JULY 10, 2022

They also educate the rest of the board on their duties and responsibilities to the organization. . Meanwhile, audits, financial management, and risk mitigation fall under the purview of the Finance or Risk Management Committee. Communication Committee. Communications. Investment Committee. Programs Committee.

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Global Finance

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Investment research and education is another trending area for consumer-oriented innovation. Bank of Communications has expanded to offer boutique research and training modules for private banking clients. Investor education events are regularly held for clients.

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CFO News Room

DECEMBER 30, 2022

Why it is important for advisory firms to conduct an audit of their tech stack and the steps they can take to conduct the exercise. For instance, 46% of Innovators said client communication tools deliver strong Return On Investment (ROI) for their firm, while 36% of Operators and 34% of laggards reported the same.

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PYMNTS

NOVEMBER 29, 2019

There may or may not be near-term proactivity by states to embrace such databases and educational efforts, said Peterson. But as it stands now, education is a hit-or-miss proposition. Audits may increase as states share data with one another about smaller firms that log sales in several locations. Then the scrambling begins.

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The Charity CFO

APRIL 19, 2022

When most nonprofits think about ‘accounting issues,’ they’re concerned about poorly prepared financial reports, bookkeeping errors, gaps in communication with funders, bad audits and a million more things in this vein. Has the Department of Labor audited your organization for misclassifying contractors as employees?

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CFO Share

APRIL 11, 2024

Reputable outsourced CFO firms adhere to best practices and technologies that elevate financial security, such as separation of duties, best-in-class password management, and continuous fraud education. This often involves direct communication with management and the use of secure, authenticated communication channels.

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The Finance Weekly

JANUARY 22, 2024

Communicate with clients, investors, company leaders, and stakeholders. Assist with risk management, audits, and research. Training To prepare for this role, individuals typically undergo a combination of formal education and on-the-job training in lower-level positions. Resolve accounting and finance problems.

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VCFO

MARCH 21, 2024

For example, generative AI can be used to create design mockups, improve customer service communications, or summarize lengthy and complex documents or datasets. Educate employees about the ethical considerations associated with AI technologies and encourage them to uphold high standards of conduct in their use of these AI tools.

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The Charity CFO

APRIL 13, 2023

In order to successfully manage the financial health of your nonprofit organization, here are 7 key concepts you should understand: Compliance and Audit Requirements Compliance is the act of ensuring the public that nonprofits are abiding by the rules that allow them to take advantage of tax exempt status and other financial incentives.

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The Charity CFO

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Whether you are an educational, charitable, religious, sports, or other public-benefit organization, you need to have a good handle on your finances in order to make the most impact. As a result, the organization might not adhere to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), which can trip them up come tax time or during an audit.

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PYMNTS

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

Cross-communication, in real time, can minimize losses. One best practice financial institutions can deploy is to audit their call center user authentication processes to ensure that proper protections are in place. Another line of defense lies with vigilant consumers, said Srinivasan.

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CFO Simplified

DECEMBER 26, 2021

As you audit your accounting and finance departments, you may find there are some key roles missing from your business that could be negatively impacting your company’s bottom line. Plus, with the additional education and experience, a CFO brings a strategic financial view to the company. Roles and Responsibilities. Bookkeeper.

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PYMNTS

MAY 2, 2016

During a recent conversation with PYMNTS, Ayub shared his perspective on how the role of CRO is becoming more integral throughout the ecosystem and the importance of cross-departmental communication as a tool in risk management towards a more successful commercial enterprise.

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The Charity CFO

APRIL 2, 2024

They’ll also work to eliminate inaccuracies within your data, so you can make data-driven decisions you trust and avoid accounting mistakes that might come up in an audit. Strong Communication and Accessibility Your nonprofit accountant can only provide expert advice and accurate reporting if you can easily get in touch with them.

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Future CFO

MAY 5, 2024

Finance professionals must invest in education and training to critically evaluate AI outputs, communicate clearly with key stakeholders, and make informed decisions. ACCA urges finance professionals to ensure that AI governance and AI risk management is in place, beginning with investing in AI literacy and skills development.

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CFO Leadership

OCTOBER 18, 2023

This makes them versatile tools in various fields such as education, customer service, and even creative writing. AI in the “Real World” While these powerful tools seem to have a near mastery of natural language communication, they are not necessarily designed to possess many of the skills required by finance and accounting professionals.

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The Charity CFO

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Because accurate nonprofit accounting can help with reporting and auditing requirements, and ensure that the funds are being used in accordance with the grantor’s wishes. Establishing clear roles and communication protocols can help ensure that all team members are in alignment when it comes to grant accounting. Conduct regular audits.

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CFO Talks

JULY 23, 2024

This requires a robust risk management framework and regular communication with key stakeholders. This involves educating employees about the importance of risk management and encouraging them to report potential risks. Conduct regular audits and provide training to employees to reinforce the importance of adhering to these controls.

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CFO Talks

OCTOBER 22, 2024

This includes having clear approval processes, regular audits, and transparent financial reporting. Training and Education : Provide training to your teams on the basics of risk management. Open Communication : Foster an environment where staff feel comfortable discussing risks.

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CFO Talks

JUNE 2, 2022

Today’s podcast is sponsored by Draftworx, which provides automated drafting and working paper financial software to more than 8000 accounting and auditing firms and corporations. Prior to that, he was a senior manager at Ernst & Young with deep roots into the audit business. Welcome Dean, where are you at the moment?

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CFO News Room

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

” It’s constant communication through the year. How Matthew Communicated His Transition And Migrated Clients [29:08]. Michael: So, share with me a little more just how you communicated this. I know our education plan is on track for retirement.” Here you go. You’re good for next year.”

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Future CFO

JUNE 26, 2023

The shift towards remote work has increased reliance on digital communication and collaboration tools, exposing organisations to new security risks as cybercriminals exploit vulnerabilities in remote access systems and unsecured access points within the home. Greater awareness and education.

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