CFO Thought Leader

MARCH 24, 2024

As Pactum AI embarks on a pivotal phase of commercialization, the arrival of Sarah Alper in the AI-driven company’s CFO office is by no means a coincidence. As Pactum AI embarks on a pivotal phase of commercialization, the arrival of Sarah Alper in the AI-driven company’s CFO office is by no means a coincidence.

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CFO Simplified

MARCH 27, 2022

This, however, does not necessarily mean that strategic planning is off the table. A proactive way for business owners to mitigate their risk is through contingency planning. This type of strategic approach helps your business hit its targets and continuously recheck its priorities. Risk Management and Leadership.

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CFO Thought Leader

DECEMBER 12, 2023

However, Seidel—CFO of space security start-up True Anomaly—swiftly short circuits the familiar narrative of a space-loving youth. Observes Seidel: “The CFO role is a cross-functional one. jb “It’s the job of the CFO to connect the dots across the business and act as a strategic thought partner for key stakeholders.

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VCFO

MAY 17, 2024

Evaluation of 154 core data points across six dimensions and in-depth dialogue between you and a CFO steeped in all aspects of business optimization and strategic planning provides a holistic, insightful, and unbiased exploration of your company’s DNA.

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The Finance Weekly

MARCH 25, 2024

Big companies used to hog all the CFO action, but now even small and medium-sized businesses are jumping on the bandwagon. Why the sudden CFO craze? In a nutshell, companies are starting to view CFOs as smart investments rather than just expenses. Highest Paid CFOs in the World in 2024 1. As the Director of Amyris Inc.,

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CFO News Room

DECEMBER 16, 2022

One industry that tends to be recession-resistant is finance. And while the finance industry has seen its share of ups and downs over the years, it generally bounces back fairly quickly after a downturn. If you’re considering a career in finance, you’re probably wondering what the best-paying jobs are. Chief Financial Officer.

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CFO Thought Leader

JANUARY 27, 2024

This episode of Planning Aces sheds light on the critical role financial leadership and strategic planning plays in guiding companies through turbulent times and the importance of balancing short-term opportunities with long-term strategic planning.

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Future CFO

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

While the firm acknowledges that the need for finance talent will remain high, it expects demand for operational profiles to grow less, due to automation and outsourcing of certain activities. Finance leaders need to adopt new technological advancements to streamline financial planning and analysis, reporting and finance operation process.”

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E78 Partners

MAY 23, 2023

As investor activity continues to increase, the demand for strong executive leadership, particularly Chief Financial Officers (CFOs), is on the rise. Finding CFOs with the proven capabilities and appropriate mindset for a PE backed company, whether rapidly scaling, under-performing, or preparing for a transaction, can be challenging.

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The Finance Weekly

APRIL 1, 2023

However, amidst this uncertainty, the need for qualified CFOs remains as crucial as ever. CFO Pros on the Move March 2023 Steve Nave | Funko Funko, the pop-culture toy company, has named , Steve Nave as its CFO and COO. Burke takes over from Brian Cooper, who assumed the CFO role in 2021. She is also a U.S. Army veteran.

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CFO Thought Leader

APRIL 7, 2024

They also emphasize the evolving nature of finance professional interactions and the idea that strategic insights can serve as catalysts for organizational change, prompting shifts in product development, market strategy, and operational execution.

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Future CFO

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

For companies starting out in the business, some resort to hiring fractional chief financial officers to share their expertise in finance, strategic planning, and other CFO-related activities. Data presented as trends and patterns The best CFOs don't just provide accurate data for your review.

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VCFO

APRIL 21, 2022

vcfo is delighted to announce that Gary Golden has joined the vcfo Dallas team as a Consulting CFO. Gary is a finance professional with more than 45 years of expertise in business development, global accounting, and process improvement across multiple industries. He previously managed finance teams ranging in size of two to 250.

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The Charity CFO

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

The finance director role is critical to the success of any nonprofit, making it one of the most important hires an organization can make. If you are looking for a finance director, it is important to find someone who is not only qualified for the position but also fits well with the organization’s culture. Why this is important.

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Beacon CFO Plus

OCTOBER 21, 2021

The CFO of your organization is one of your key leaders and strategists. He or she is a steward of your company’s finances, a keeper of detailed records and reports, and privy to sensitive data and financial information. What do you do when a CFO abruptly quits or announces plans to retire? Work With a Virtual CFO.

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VCFO

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Merle Waterman is a Consulting CFO with more than 30 years of leadership in ecommerce, software, manufacturing, and professional services. Prior to joining vcfo, Merle was a CFO for companies in bicycle ecommerce, food service, search engine, and voice recognition software.

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The Charity CFO

JUNE 10, 2022

Your finance committee spends the most time analyzing and studying your nonprofit’s numbers, yet your entire board of directors is responsible for financial oversight. Doing so helps you ensure your team truly understands your finances and can help you do your job more effectively. Activate the Finance Committee.

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Future CFO

MARCH 20, 2020

Editor’s Note: For our Female Leadership in Finance Series , FutureCFO editor Teresa Leung recently had a chat with Vyin Ng (pictured below), CFO at Microsoft Hong Kong. If you think a finance person is focused only on numbers and shy away from changes, think again. When did you start to become interested in finance?

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Future CFO

MARCH 9, 2023

Capital A announced recently the appointment of John Cheing as the CFO for airasia Digital and airasia Super App. Prior to his new role, Cheing was head of investments at Capital A , responsible for the firm’s corporate finance and investments.

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VCFO

OCTOBER 10, 2023

monthly, annual) performance, much more is needed for effective strategic planning – proactive planning that looks beyond what the business will do in the short term to where you want it to be in five years, ten years, or a similar timeframe. A fractional CFO serves as an expert guide for business owners.

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Focus CFO

MARCH 3, 2022

How a CFO Can Help You Solve the Inflation Puzzle. However, with guidance and strategic planning led by an experienced CFO, organizations will be well equipped to weather the storm. . However, with guidance and strategic planning led by an experienced CFO, organizations will be well equipped to weather the storm. .

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Beacon CFO Plus

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

If you manage an SME—referring to a Small and Medium-Sized Enterprise—you may look to a fractional CFO to provide strategic financial expertise and guidance. Here’s how a fractional CFO can serve your needs as the manager of an SME: Cost-Effective Financial Expertise: You may not have the budget to hire a full-time CFO.

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Future CFO

MARCH 24, 2024

Editor’s note: In this A Day in the Life interview, Alvin IP (pictured), CFO of Aspire , shared how global exposure has helped him keep up with the challenges facing a finance leader and stay open-minded to new experiences in his career journey. Arriving two years ago, I was a part of a modest 8-member finance department.

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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.

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Planful

DECEMBER 9, 2021

The strategic role of the CFO has become less about finance and accounting and more about becoming a strategic partner to the entire organization. Pushing forward requires CFOs to get involved in the business and convey the importance of the numbers to provide more strategic guidance to the business.

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CFO Leadership

JANUARY 5, 2024

If a group of chief financial officers (CFOs) from 2018 stepped out of a time machine into their 2023 offices, they would be astonished by what they saw. Of course, few finance chiefs have time for thought experiments given the startling pace and magnitude of finance transformation over the past five years, let alone in the past 12 months.

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Future CFO

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023

The Financial Planning and Analysis ( FP&A ) team performs budgeting, forecasting, and analysis that support major corporate decisions of the CFO, the CEO, and the Board of Directors. Very few, if any, companies can be consistently profitable and grow without careful financial planning and cash flow management.

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Focus CFO

DECEMBER 6, 2021

Let’s examine how an outsourced, fractional CFO can improve FP&A: Improving Data. A fractional CFO can use the breadth of their experience to identify the right KPIs (key performance indicators) for the business. Turning Goals into a Strategic Plan. A long to-do list or a list of goals is not a strategic plan.

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Jedox Finance

JUNE 26, 2019

We are pleased to welcome an expert in Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), Mr. Anders Liu-Lindberg, as a guest to the Jedox blog. Mr. Liu-Lindberg is a Senior Finance Business Partner at Maersk and co-author of the book “Create Value as a Finance Business Partner.” The business needs more from Finance.

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VCFO

JUNE 12, 2023

vcfo welcomes Brandon Green as Consulting CFO and Business Development Executive for the Austin market. Brandon Green joins vcfo as a Consulting CFO & Business Development Executive, bringing with him nearly 20 years of experience. Prior to joining vcfo, Brandon was a CFO for companies in a variety of industries.

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Future CFO

DECEMBER 7, 2020

Editor’s note: For our Female Leadership in Finance Series, FutureCFO editor Teresa Leung recently had a chat with Sereen Teoh (pictured below), CFO at BIG Loyalty. Sereen Teoh, CFO, BIG Loyalty. FutureCFO: Can you share with me your finance career journey? When did you start to become interested in finance?

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VCFO

MARCH 2, 2023

Challenges Faced by Professional Services Firms (and How a Strategic CFO Can Address Them) Professional services firms are unique entities. Some may think that makes financial management and strategic planning in a professional services firm simpler. What is your long-term plan for the business?”

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Future CFO

JANUARY 7, 2024

To triumph over the expected and even the unexpected shifts, CFOs must be on the look out for the risks they are likely to face in the next 12 months. The evolution in the role As the CFO role expands, so does the influence of the finance function.

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CFO Simplified

APRIL 3, 2022

Every business owner knows he’s going to leave his business eventually, but how a business owner does so, is a great indication of their leadership. Today, we have Larry Chester, President of CFO Simplified, presenting a case study on succession planning. Interested in learning more about succession planning?

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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. Activities that directly impact these objectives should take precedence.

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CFO Talks

MARCH 19, 2024

Change Management: The Modern CFO’s Blueprint The role of a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) goes way beyond just looking after the company’s money. This might involve enhancing digital finance capabilities or adopting sustainable business practices.

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VCFO

MARCH 31, 2022

Engaging a virtual or fractional CFO as an outsourced resource is an excellent step for companies that need senior-level finance expertise but cannot afford to recruit or engage a full-time CFO. Validate the experience and expertise of the potential CFO resource. There is no certification for the title of CFO.

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