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Cross-Listed Companies, Navigating International Reporting Standards 

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For example, while South African companies follow International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), the US requires compliance with its Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). IFRS is principles-based and allows for some judgment in financial reporting, while GAAP is more rigid, rules-based, and less forgiving.

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Future-proofing the finance infrastructure

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Harmonising financial reporting and compliance Finding the balance between financial reporting and compliance across multiple jurisdictions, while trying to comply to global standards such US GAAP and IFRS with local tax regimes and regulatory requirements without overburdening local teams can be such a huge task for many organisations.

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Family Office Financial Management

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Financial governance allows your organization to meet compliance requirements, such as IFRS and GAAP updates, by having the right financial controls in place. For single and multiple family offices, governance is key to financial success and is an important element of your organizational structure.

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IFRS 17 cost estimated at US$15B to US$20B for insurers

Future CFO

The total IFRS cost faced by the global insurance sector to implement the standard is estimated to hit the range of US$15 billion - US$20 billion, said Willis Towers Watson recently. Estimated IFRS costs vary significantly by insurer size, according to a Willis Towers Watson study which polled 312 insurers from 50 countries.

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Designing Effective Financial Information Systems: A Guide for South African CFOs 

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Designing Effective Financial Information Systems: A Guide for South African CFOs In the ever-changing financial landscape, the strength of your financial information system (FIS) plays an important role in determining your organisation’s success. Regular updates to the system to reflect changes in these regulations are also crucial.

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The Number One Problem With Selling a Business

Focus CFO

While they may have a bookkeeper and Tax CPA, they do not have a strong accounting department led by a real CFO. GAAP financials when times get tough, and others manage to survive with street smarts. GAAP based Managerial Financial Statements. GAAP or IFRS based. Don’t leave any money on the closing table!

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Embracing AI in Finance and Accounting: Balancing Risk and Innovation

CFO Leadership

AI coupled with The Digitization of the Finance Function create powerful levers for today’s CFO. Fine-tuned AI models could assist with complex regulatory requirements, such as those from IFRS, FINRA, and the SEC. SEC filings, GAAP documentation, FASB accounting standards, IFRS standards, PCAOB, FINRA, etc.),