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What Is the CFO’s Role in Risk Management?

Beacon CFO Plus

By Rob Joseph, Director, BeaconCFO Plus The CFO wears many hats and among them is serving as the first line of defense against risk for your organization. Risk can mean something different for every company—as Warren Buffett famously said, “Risk comes from not knowing what you’re doing.”

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Interest rates and the Modern CFO

CFO Talks

The decision to maintain interest rates underscores the importance of astute risk assessment. Financial Planning and Analysis: Forecasting and analysing financial trends are fundamental skills for today’s CFOs. When interest rates remain steady, CFOs must meticulously review their financial projections.

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From CA to CFO: Navigating the competency framework

CFO Talks

The journey from a Chartered Accountant (CA) to a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a transformative one, requiring a shift from technical expertise to strategic leadership. It involves goal setting, strategic risk management, and a holistic perspective of the organization. Officer (SA) designation.

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From Controller to CFO: What Changes?

CFO Talks

From Controller to CFO: What Changes? Moving from being a Controller to a CFO is a big step up. Both the CFO and Controller deal with the company’s finances, but they focus on different things. The CFO, however, looks at the bigger picture. It’s a shift from looking at what happened to planning what could happen.

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Contingency Planning: The Role of a CFO

CFO Simplified

This, however, does not necessarily mean that strategic planning is off the table. The fact of the matter is that every business is subject to some amount of risk. A proactive way for business owners to mitigate their risk is through contingency planning. What Role Does Your CFO Play in Contingency Planning?

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How a Fractional CFO Can Transform Your Financial Strategy!

CFO Network

How a Fractional CFO Can Transform Your Financial Strategy! It’s not just about making money; it’s about managing it efficiently. One way to achieve this is by bringing a Fractional CFO (Chief Financial Officer) to your team. Cost-Efficiency One of the primary benefits of hiring a Fractional CFO is cost efficiency.

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Ex-Blue Dart executive Aneel Gambhir joins DTDC as new CFO

CFO News

The finance veteran has nearly three decades of experience spanning across strategic planning, risk management, and fundraising. In his new innings with DTDC, he is expected to play a key strategic role.