CFO Talks

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Members’ Profile: Thobile Dlamini In this edition of CFO Club Africa’s Members Spotlight, we are introducing Thobile Dlamini, the CFO at Eswatini Revenue Services. International Recognition : Awarded the prestigious Best Public Sector CFO in Africa (2023/2024) by ACCA.

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CFO Talks

JANUARY 8, 2025

Delegating significant responsibilities, such as leading a budget review or preparing a report for senior leadership, helps them build confidence and skills. Not only does this make your department more efficient, but it also builds problem-solving and leadership skills.

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The Charity CFO

JANUARY 15, 2025

This document broke down predicted income for the current and future fiscal years, providing clarity for both the leadership team and the board. Joint problem-solving: When issues arise, such as uncollectible pledges or cash flow challenges, finance and development should work together to present a unified solution to leadership.

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CFO Thought Leader

OCTOBER 6, 2024

Or so Partin tells us as he recounts the circumstances surrounding the first of five CFO appointments that have thus far punctuated his finance leadership career. “I Read More This first CFO role cemented Partin’s belief that the CEO–CFO partnership is the most critical relationship in any company.

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CFO Thought Leader

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Lessons from Craig Wert’s finance career reveal the power of adaptability, problem-solving skills, and the ability to seize opportunities in unexpected places. jb “The CFO role at a high-growth company is extraordinarily challenging. This is because you have to wear two hats at once.

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CFO Talks

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Members’ Spotlight: Charles Westermeyer In this edition of CFO Club Africa’s Members Spotlight, we are introducing Charles Westermeyer , a seasoned financial professional and the current Director of Bluline Accounting Tax Assurance (Pty) Ltd , where he has been making a significant impact since 2016.

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Jedox Finance

OCTOBER 13, 2021

In a recent post “Behold the Emergence of CFO 4.0” ” , we explored the emergence of CFO 4.0 and outlined five key changes for CFOs and their finance teams to make to get into the future. That means the CFO must be the first person to change her mindset for change to truly take place across the finance function.

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The Charity CFO

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

By framing challenges as opportunities for growth and involvement, nonprofits can engage funders in problem-solving. About The Charity CFO We are an accounting partner that truly understands nonprofits. The post Unlocking the Power of Data Storytelling for Nonprofits appeared first on The Charity CFO. Get the free guide!

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Future CFO

MARCH 5, 2025

As the Finance function traverses 2025, the challenges of yesteryear weigh on CFOs' shoulders. The task at hand is to prevail over all obstacles, turning them all into opportunities to drive growth.

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Future CFO

MAY 14, 2025

CIMA seeks to meet the growing expectations of modern finance professionals to be high-performance finance business partners capable of utilising technology and applying critical thinking skills, with an emphasis on applied problem solving. The move comes following the findings of AICPA & CIMAs Future of Finance 2.0

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CFO Talks

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Members’ Profile: Rowen Pillai In this edition of CFO Club Africa’s Members Spotlight, we are introducing Rowen Pillai, the Chief Executive Officer of Lean Technovations Pty Ltd. Although hired as a Financial Manager, I found myself knee-deep in operations, problem-solving, and finding better ways to work.

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CFO Thought Leader

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Inside The Mentoring Round , CFO Shelagh Glaser of Synopsys highlights several key themes from her 29-year career at Intel Corp. Glaser credits Intel’s unique culture of “constructive confrontation,” where problems are openly addressed, as shaping her approach to problem-solving.

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Future CFO

JANUARY 16, 2024

FutureCFO agrees and sees these same attributes in the submission for the third annual FutureCFO Excellence Awards 2024.

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CFO Thought Leader

MAY 25, 2024

Fatema also lends her expertise as a non-executive director of the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA), showcasing her versatility and leadership in diverse settings. This synergy enhances both realms, fostering innovation and effective problem-solving.

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CFO Talks

APRIL 5, 2023

Essential skills for accountants to possess Zebediah lists effective communication, problem-solving, and critical thinking are crucial skills for accountants. The post Accounting in Zimbabwe is “very very different” appeared first on CFO Club Africa. You must be knowledgeable about the nature of their business.

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CFO Leadership

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Yet there’s a lot to be said for taking obvious quick wins, particularly if your business is slowed by one intractable problem. Steer toward an architecture strategy that creates a single data repository that can be used for one-off problem solving and lets you add new AI analysis and assistance as they emerge.

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Future CFO

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

She says the familiarity with financial software systems and ERP tools is encouraged; and organisations will need to upskill finance professionals in emerging technologies like AI, data analytics, and blockchain to enhance their analytical and problem-solving skills.

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Future CFO

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

The interview is part of the Female Leadership in Finance Series of FutureCFO. Strong leadership is also critical as this role must be able to influence leaders cross-functionally across the company. How do some of these inspire your work and/or leadership? TC: Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends.

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CFO Thought Leader

APRIL 18, 2023

When Stephanie brought me along, I think she was like, ‘Let’s try this out,'” continues Cox, who stepped into Advent’s CFO office in 2009, only 3 years after joining the company. When you have strong relationships among the team, problem solving is more fun and wins are more fulfilling.”

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The Finance Weekly

JANUARY 22, 2024

Joe Berchtold, the President and CFO of Live Nation Entertainment, earned an impressive $52.4 million in 2023, making him the ,, highest-paid CFO in the United States. Aspiring individuals may wonder how they can achieve similar heights and earn big as a CFO. Prepare quarterly and annual tax filings.

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Michigan CFO

JUNE 7, 2023

In today’s ever-evolving business landscape, the role of the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) has become crucial for effective financial management and decision-making. However, not all businesses have the resources or the need for a full-time, in-house CFO. This is where virtual CFOs come into play.

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CFO Thought Leader

JULY 28, 2023

The distinction is crucial in understanding how to approach problem-solving in an organization. While complicated problems can be solved with the right formulas or spreadsheets, complex problems require more. Planging Ace CFO Dev Ahuja brings some perspective on the role of people in finance transformation.

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Focus CFO

MAY 23, 2023

With 42 years of extensive experience in military, management, CEO, CFO, and board roles, Greg brings valuable expertise in recognizing opportunities, problem-solving, risk assessment, and developing performance metrics to measure results, set growth targets, and drive value creation.

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CFO Thought Leader

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

We are near the end of our discussion with CFO Svai Sanford when he permits us to unlock one last door to his past. ” –Svai Sanford, CFO, Rani Therapeutics CFOTL: Tell us about Rani Therapeutics … what does this company do, and what are its offerings today? I do not have any experience in this sector.”

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Future CFO

OCTOBER 20, 2021

The CFO role requires certain traits and skills, said Woranat Dumrongsiri (pictured), Country CFO, Deloitte Thailand and Deloitte Laos during an interview with FutureCFO for the publication’s Female Leadership in Finance Series. Woranat Dumrongsiri, Country CFO, Deloitte Thailand and Deloitte Laos.

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CFO Thought Leader

JUNE 4, 2023

To Kellenberger, a recently hired business analyst, Coleman’s shrinking gross margins seemed to present not only a problem-solving challenge but also an opportunity to help to rewire a renowned brand’s customer best practices.

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CFO News Room

DECEMBER 5, 2022

There are dozens of certifications for other jobs as well, such as business analytics , business processes , inbound marketing , and leadership. LinkedIn Learning is one of the most recognized, but there are many others with courses that can take your functional and leadership skills to the next level. Mentorship.

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CFO Thought Leader

APRIL 25, 2023

I learned how to operate and think globally, and I discovered there were other ways to solve problems,” remarks Conti, who tells us that he once augmented his problem-solving acumen by observing how a broken blade was replaced on a factory floor near Florence, Italy. billion of parking commerce.

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Future CFO

OCTOBER 16, 2019

Editor’s Note: For our Female Leadership in Finance Series , Teresa Leung recently had a chat with Cyndi Pei, Senior Vice President, Group Finance and Group Financial Controller at Singapore-listed beverage company Yeo Hiap Seng. FutureCFO: What are some of the biggest challenges facing you as a CFO today? Photo supplied by Cyndi Pei).

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CFO News Room

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

They should appear authentic, but if they get too honest about their distress, others may lose confidence in their leadership, known as the “ authenticity paradox.”. In turn, organizations risk decreases in productivity and performance and high turnover of leadership talent. Offer peer support groups.

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CFO News Room

JANUARY 4, 2023

For example, if you want to use your skills for problem solving but don’t have the opportunity to work on increasingly complex problems, can you ask your manager for more complex work or to be part of the meetings where these issues are discussed?

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CFO News Room

JANUARY 11, 2023

Individuals who excel in the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) role are highly sought after. Previous experience working in upper leadership roles or managing the financial duties of an organization provides the skills and knowledge to take on this role. Strong critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities.

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CFO Thought Leader

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Near the beginning of our talk with CFO Svai Sanford, he tells us he once received a job offer, to which he had replied, “Are you sure? Many thanks to our CFO guest Svai Sanford and the folks at Rani. I do not have any experience in this sector.” His future boss then replied: “You will figure it out.”

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Future CFO

JULY 1, 2024

In my role as Managing Director of Revenue & Growth, I spend a lot of time talking to executive finance leadership all over the world to get a better understanding of the challenges they're facing. They’re also learning how to problem solve—if a play doesn’t go the way we planned, how can you switch it up in the moment to make it work?

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CFO News Room

DECEMBER 16, 2022

As a financial executive, the chief financial officer (CFO) is responsible for the financial health of an organization. The CFO role is multi-faceted and includes everything from financial planning and analysis to business budgeting, financial decision-making, and risk management. The CFO primarily controls financial affairs.

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Future CFO

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Editor’s note: In today’s A Day in the Life , Aaron Levine (pictured), CFO at Prophix shares with FutureCFO audiences not only his workday but also how he was inspired by a CFO—when he was a VP in another company—to learn how to craft a narrative that drives an organisation’s strategy. I served as a VP managing accounting and finance.

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CFO News

JANUARY 26, 2024

Skills such as leadership, teamwork, integrity, risk management, and problem-solving, which are intrinsic to armed forces officers, are prized by companies including Flipkart, Vedanta, IBM, JPMorgan Chase, GE Aerospace, Marsh McLennan Global Capability Centre, and Optum.

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