CFO Thought Leader

JANUARY 21, 2024

Like many of her CFO peers, Karen Walker had an early career that was guided by abundant opportunities surrounding finance-driven decision-making within organizations. It was at CNET that she embraced a more transformative perspective—prioritizing the customer’s objectives and challenges. Use an analogy like securing your house.

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CFO News

MARCH 24, 2024

India has urged for the prioritization of several key issues in discussions within the World Trade Organization (WTO), including access to finance, manufacturing concentration, food security, and reducing transaction costs in international trade and services.

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CFO Strategic Partners

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Securing new talent that propels the organizations forward When several clients experienced unexpected turnover on the CFO level, each of them reached out to CFO Strategic Partners for guidance. Our team served as the temporary CFO for the organizations and led the search for a qualified, full-time CFO.

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CFO Plans

MAY 2, 2024

With numerous options available, how can a CFO navigate this complex landscape and find the perfect match? Evaluating Security and Compliance When it comes to financial data, security and compliance are non-negotiable. Selecting the right accounting partner is a critical decision for any CFO.

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Spreadym

AUGUST 17, 2023

How to Create Financial Reporting Dashboards for CFO Creating effective financial reporting dashboards for a CFO (Chief Financial Officer) involves careful planning, data integration, visualization, and customization. Determine the specific financial metrics, performance indicators, and insights that the CFO needs to monitor regularly.

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CFO Thought Leader

APRIL 17, 2023

We there I think an important job of any CFO is to understand the complexity, and then simplify it to to a framework that will drive the organization forward, enable prioritization and resource allocation and motivate people along with others. That had been put out in 2010. billion in revenue.

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CFO Thought Leader

DECEMBER 1, 2023

AI’s Role in FP&A and Security Concerns: Discussion on AI’s learning mechanisms, potential security risks. Insights from Finance Leaders: Planning Ace CFO Lauren St. www.planful.com The post Ep 29: FP&A: The Silo Buster appeared first on CFO THOUGHT LEADER, CFO, Finance, Leadership, CPA.

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Michigan CFO

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

In the world of manufacturing, where processes run thick and bottlenecks are known to arise, CFO services play a critical role in helping organizations steer towards efficiency, profitability, and longevity. The Evolving CFO Role in a Manufacturing Company. Using CFO Services to Overcome Challenges in Manufacturing.

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CFO Talks

MARCH 13, 2024

Assuming the position of Chief Financial Officer (CFO) in a new company is a pivotal moment in any finance executive’s career. Today’s CEOs expect their CFOs to be strategic visionaries, business partners, effective communicators, and creators of value. The paperwork can wait for after-hours or weekends.

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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. Delegation and Empowerment: No CFO can do it all alone.

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The Finance Weekly

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

The past month has seen a flurry of , CFO moves , indicating these executives' critical role in steering organizations toward stability and success. With this in mind, it's important for CFOs to stay ahead of the curve and adapt to , new trends and , challenges. Holscott previously served as CFO at Warner Media.

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CFO Network

MARCH 18, 2024

Security Concerns: Addressing Data Protection in Outsourced Accounting However, outsourcing has its challenges. Many SMBs grapple with concerns about data security and confidentiality. By prioritizing transparent communication from the get-go, SMBs can ensure alignment of expectations and address any issues promptly.

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VCFO

JUNE 29, 2023

How Cracks in Nonprofit Finance & Compliance Creep In Nonprofit CEOs rely on their organization’s CFO to provide sound fiscal management, ensure full compliance, and be strategic partners. A CFO will evaluate financial performance, and bring attention to potential issues.

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PYMNTS

JUNE 21, 2016

The publication held its 2016 CFO Network conference last week, during which executives were placed into five groups to discuss current market trends and their priorities under those developments. One group, The Fintech Revolution, identified several areas in which CFOs can better perform amid this era. CFO Kimberly J.

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CFO Leadership

JANUARY 5, 2024

The intensity stems from the larger, more far-reaching implications of the make-or-break decisions CEOs and boards expect CFOs to make quickly. As they tackle these and other high-stakes priorities, CFOs extend the finance organization’s expertise and value into every aspect of enterprise strategy. Inflation Reduction Act.

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CFO Leadership

JANUARY 25, 2024

Research from Protiviti shows that CFO priorities are intensifying and converging. The intensity stems from the larger, more far-reaching implications of the make-or-break decisions CEOs and boards expect CFOs to make quickly. Inflation Reduction Act.

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The Finance Weekly

OCTOBER 9, 2022

According to , Jim Caci , CFO of software-as-a-service (SaaS) and data management platform provider AvePoint, the collaboration between finance and IT is essential for any company looking to grow. IT can assist Finance in securing sensitive financial records.

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The Charity CFO

MAY 8, 2023

To achieve this, nonprofit organizations should prioritize transparency, authenticity, and accountability in their fundraising efforts. Grant Writing Submitting proposals for grants from foundations, government agencies, and other organizations can help secure funding for specific projects or programs.

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Spreadym

DECEMBER 1, 2023

This may involve presentations, discussions, and deliberations to secure the necessary approvals. Tips for CFO to accelerate annual budgeting process There are several ways to expedite the annual budgeting process: Automate Processes: Utilize budgeting software or tools that automate calculations and streamline data entry.

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Boston Startup CFO

APRIL 12, 2024

We will evaluate the cost implications, revenue projections, and profitability potential of your product offerings, enabling you to make informed decisions, prioritize investments, and align your roadmap with your financial objectives, ultimately leading to a more successful and financially sustainable product strategy.

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CFO Leadership

DECEMBER 15, 2022

As we reflect on 2022, TripActions’ team of experts—spanning customer service, travel, expense, Europe, and information systems and security—share their predictions for the coming year and their thoughts on how businesses can prepare for opportunities that could emerge. Proactive security will become a top priority.

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CFO News Room

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

Current privacy regulations, however, prioritize governments and firms over consumers. Admittedly, it is a good first step in bringing attention to issues of data security and creating a uniform law enabling consistency among all EU members. However, as de La Lama says , “the GDPR isn’t the end game, but really just the start.”

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PYMNTS

SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

Enhanced data security and analytics are at the top of chief financial officers’ priority lists among both private and public companies, according to new data from auditing and advisory service provider Protiviti. In fact, the report found, some of these technologies are actually ranked lowest on CFOs’ priority lists.

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The Finance Weekly

NOVEMBER 20, 2022

CFOs are no longer turning to the same old sources of inspiration when looking for quick solutions to workplace challenges. Finance directors in the past may have been persuaded to purchase software by clever advertising efforts or information they acquired at a CFO conference on the other side of the globe. Why you might ask?

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CFO Share

AUGUST 14, 2023

You do not need to be a CFO to gain valuable insight from this report. On the other hand, venture capital backed businesses expect negative cash from operations since they have external financing and prioritize growth over profitability.

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CFO Leadership

OCTOBER 10, 2023

What data governance, privacy and security procedures do we have in place or need? Most employees want to see that their employers are committed to continuous improvement and prioritizing investments that can help make the best use of everyone’s talents and reduce wasted time and work. Where is that data located?

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Future CFO

OCTOBER 24, 2023

To ensure mass adoption, an NFT taxonomy tailored to the nature of each use case and a regulated legal framework for basic security and protection needs to be established. Stabilizing crypto and other digital assets markets can create a more secure environment, a clearer legal framework, and enhance the attention of interested customers.

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CFO Leadership

DECEMBER 15, 2022

As we reflect on 2022, TripActions’ team of experts—spanning customer service, travel, expense, Europe, and information systems and security—share their predictions for the coming year and their thoughts on how businesses can prepare for opportunities that could emerge. Proactive security will become a top priority.

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CFO News Room

JANUARY 8, 2023

Doing this requires the board to prioritize budget for upgrading IT foundations that enable speed, security, resiliency, and reusability. The cloud is changing security. For years, security was treated as a blocker — albeit a critical one — that slowed progress to ensure security protocols were in place.

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PYMNTS

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

With new digital business models rapidly evolving, sell-side organizations must prioritize a seamless experience for their clients at the very first moment of interaction. You need to have the CFO and treasury department on this journey throughout the transition. Onboarding Optimization.

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CFO Network

MARCH 11, 2024

SMBs should prioritize timely payment of invoices to maintain positive relationships with suppliers while taking advantage of any available discounts for early payment. This may involve negotiating extended payment terms with vendors, securing additional financing, or implementing cost-saving measures to improve cash flow.

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CFO News Room

DECEMBER 25, 2022

After substation shooting, federal regulator orders review of security standards Maryland Matters. But it skips over a larger problem: the Democratic Party’s failure to invest and prioritize research [link]. How Protecting Trees Can Fight Gentrification Mother Jones. Open House The Baffler. Judd Legum (@JuddLegum) December 22, 2022.

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Planful

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Equifax quickly applied security and governance policies because they were built in and custom coded to suit the organization’s needs. According to Nabil Hannan , managing director at NetSpi, CFOs can quantify and communicate the ROI of secure systems to the C-suite by collaborating with chief information security officers ( CISO).

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CFO News Room

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

A key principle of the new strategy is ruthless prioritization. New processes and responsibilities for this team include scenario planning, stress testing the supply chain, and facilitating risk-prioritization discussions across all supply chain functions.

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CFO Share

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Prioritizing payments, settling critical supplier invoices first, for instance. Reach out to us today and take the first step towards a more prosperous and secure financial future for your business. It involves aligning outgoing payments with the availability of funds, vendor importance, and related vendor negotiations.

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CFO News Room

JANUARY 12, 2023

When employees know their performance is being measured by the rules of productivity software, they become motivated to prioritize emails and messages over their core work. “Not only is it arbitrary, it’s usually counterproductive.”.

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CFO News Room

JANUARY 23, 2023

Treasury draws on banking accounts at the Federal Reserve to fund federal governmental activities—remitting paychecks to federal government employees, sending Social Security checks, paying U.S. Take the example of retirees who do not go out to eat in their local diners for a month because their Social Security checks do not arrive.

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