Adam Kae

JULY 17, 2023

It's important to have a specialized hire to help you go over industry benchmarks, historical data analysis, and forecasting techniques to enhance your decision-making process. We'll also cover cash flow forecasting techniques and risk management to minimize financial uncertainties.

CFO 52

CFO Marketing Cash Flow Forecasting Budgeting 52

Future CFO

MARCH 1, 2023

Gartner says finance transformation encompasses strategic initiatives designed to revolutionise the way the corporate finance function manages its strategy, processes, internal controls, and financial reporting. Industry benchmarks : Benchmarking data from similar organisations can help provide context for the metrics being measured.

Finance 91

Finance Benchmarking Compliance SAP 91

Michigan CFO

JUNE 7, 2023

Understanding the Role of a CFO A CFO is a high-level executive responsible for overseeing the financial activities of an organization. Their primary duties include financial planning, analysis, risk management, financial reporting, and leadership of the finance & accounting team. What Do Virtual CFOs Do?

CFO 52

CFO Problem Solving Budgeting Communication 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.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) 115

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

PYMNTS

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

million Series A funding round, led by Benchmark. ” Digits, which is currently invite-only, describes itself as “a counting company” that leverages APIs, classification algorithms and machine learning techniques to provide a real-time view into a business’ finances. “As Digits’ production systems now see over $1.5

Startups 43

Startups Benchmarking Leverage Financial Reporting 43

Future CFO

MAY 2, 2023

Therefore, leveraging cloud-based automation can help the finance function streamline its internal processes to achieve greater accuracy in lesser time. Is the company looking to improve the accuracy of its financial reporting, or to increase the efficiency of its financial close processes?

Finance 52

Finance Benchmarking Leadership Communication 52

CFO Talks

MARCH 19, 2024

Identifying Strategic Priorities The process begins with a thorough analysis of the current financial landscape and an evaluation of emerging technologies, like AI, that can significantly enhance operational efficiencies. These KPIs serve as benchmarks to measure the organization’s progress toward its goals.

CFO 52

CFO Communication Finance Budgeting 52

Spreadym

JUNE 27, 2023

This includes analyzing revenue and expense trends, profitability, cost drivers, key performance indicators (KPIs), and financial ratios. By maintaining accurate financial records, conducting financial analysis, and preparing financial statements, organizations can meet regulatory obligations and avoid penalties or legal issues.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) 52

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

Planful

DECEMBER 28, 2016

To discuss the topic of financial reporting tips that will help create a smoother year-end close, Planful, in cooperation with CFO.com, invited thought leaders from The Hackett Group to participate in a webinar titled, The CFO Playbook on Financial Reporting: Tips for a Smoother Year-End Close.

Benchmarking 40

Benchmarking Reconciliations Data Analysis Technology 40

The Charity CFO

APRIL 28, 2023

This system should then be able to support your organization in maintaining accurate records of each fund, tracking revenue and expenses, and preparing financial reports that show how each fund is performing. These reports can help you make informed decisions and identify areas for improvement. Get the free guide!

Nonprofit 52

Nonprofit Accounting Firms Accounting Auditing 52

Planful

AUGUST 1, 2017

According to a 2014 study by APQC benchmarking the financial close process, the bottom performers took 12 days or more to close and report their results to management. Then there’s additional time spent on external financial reporting and filings. Regulatory reporting and filings. External board reporting.

GAAP 40

GAAP Value-Added Analysis IFRS Auditing 40

Planful

APRIL 26, 2017

According to a recent benchmark survey by APQC, the bottom performers take 12 days or more to close the books and report their results to management. Then there is additional time spent on external financial reporting and creating regulatory filings. Board Reporting in the Cloud.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) 40

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Value-Added Analysis Auditing Benchmarking 40

Barry Ritholtz

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

BITTERLY MICHELL: Not in leveraged, no, not at all, give more …. And obviously in Q2, a lot of financials reported and they talked about loan loss reserves very well in check, very healthy, and so I think that’s a trend that we need to keep an eye on. RITHOLTZ: You were really in — you’re really hedging …. RITHOLTZ: Right.

Investments 116

Investments Marketing Profit and Loss Banking 116

Onplan

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Our guide to the best FP&A tools compares each vendor based on five criteria: Adoption — How easy it is for users to adopt the technology and learn and leverage its full extent of features and capabilities. Benchmarking and KPI tracking across the organization to stay on course. Ad hoc reporting and visualization.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) 52

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