CFO Talks

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

He shared an example from his time at Shell when an earthquake in Turkey disrupted communication, making it impossible to check on employees. Prioritize Risks Effectively Using a simple four-box model that categorizes risks based on likelihood and impact, businesses can focus on high-priority risks that need immediate attention.

Risk Management

CFO Talks

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

With a wealth of experience in senior finance roles across the UK and Europe, Paula has led teams through mergers, system implementations, restructuring, and high-pressure transitions. In this blog, we break down Paulas leadership insights, offering key lessons for finance professionals, executives, and business leaders.

Leadership

CFO Talks

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Thobile’s passion for finance sparked in high school with her love for mathematics and the challenge of balancing financial statements. Guided by influential mentors, Thobile recognized that finance goes beyond numbers—it impacts decision-making that drives business and individual success.

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CFO Thought Leader

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Joanne Chengs career had already carried her through multiple successful exits and finance leadership roles when an unexpected opportunity arose. The company was still smalljust about 90 peopleand lacked a finance team. She saw, firsthand, the immense value this product could bring to finance leaders. Jellyfish www.jellyfish.co

Leadership

Trade Credit & Liquidity Management

MAY 29, 2025

Credit decision-making, collections, cash application, deductions, and communications are greatly enhanced by AI-powered AR automation. Key advancements include: Predictive Analytics and AI Platforms: AI forecasts overdue payments, prioritizes collections, and tailors strategies to reduce risk and optimize working capital.

Cash Flow Forecasting

CSC Advisors

APRIL 10, 2025

Here’s a breakdown of what to expect: Evaluating Your Current Financial Situation The first step involves reviewing your finances, including your business’s revenue, debts, and financial goals. With our straightforward approach, we prioritize clarity and communication at every step.

Restructuring

CFO Thought Leader

JANUARY 15, 2025

Originally honing his financial acumen at Silicon Valley Bank, he gained close exposure to startup ecosystems and leveraged finance transactions. By meeting regularly with department leads, he ensures finance is a trusted partner rather than a distant overseer. This revelation set the tone for Wongs career journey.

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CFO Talks

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Yvonne’s career in finance and leadership has positioned her as an influential figure, holding executive roles since 2005 and contributing significantly to MINT’s growth and innovation. Prefer workout in the evenings What sparked your interest in finance? This involves honest, transparent communication with all parties involved.

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E78 Partners

MARCH 21, 2025

Day One Readiness: Ensuring essential functions, such as HR, IT, finance, and customer service, are operational from the start. Champion communications, culture and change management initiatives. Sales and Marketing: Aligns branding, customer communication, and positioning. Others (Legal, Customer Service, R&D, Product etc.)

Leadership

Trade Credit & Liquidity Management

JUNE 2, 2025

AI-Driven Automation and Insights: AI-Generated Health Scores: The platform uses historical payment behavior, engagement patterns, and risk indicators to segment and prioritize accounts, enabling targeted collection strategies.

Forecasting

CFO Talks

APRIL 8, 2025

Members Profile: Julius Katanaka In this edition of our CFO Spotlight series, we feature Julius Katanaka, Head of Finance at Wazalendo SACCO Ltd, a seasoned finance professional with a strong accounting and strategic financial management background. Workout What sparked your interest in finance?

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E78 Partners

JUNE 12, 2025

They centralize finance and HR, modernize IT systems , renegotiate vendor agreements, and apply zero-based budgeting to evaluate spend from the ground up. Firms that prioritize this from the outset build more resilient, scalable operations. Private equity firms that prioritize execution, not just strategy, see stronger outcomes.

Prioritization

KG Virtual CFO

JULY 21, 2025

The three types of cash flow— operating, investing, and financing —capture distinct financial activities essential for a complete view of business health. When operating cash inflows exceed outflows, a business can reinvest in product development or marketing, accelerating growth without external financing.

Cash Flow Forecasting

E78 Partners

JUNE 17, 2025

Successful firms prioritize the right synergies from Day One. To maximize these benefits, firms involve finance leadership early and ensure post-close reporting structures support transparency, speed, and investor confidence. But not all synergies carry equal weight.

Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A)

CFO Thought Leader

APRIL 17, 2025

A Finance Strategic Moment Early in his career, Brian McClintock walked into a $12 millionEBITDA telecomonly to discover within 60 days that it was actually losing $1 million a month. Prioritize bookingsminuschurn and customer experience metrics. CFO Strategy Playbook Calmly turn deficits into datadriven action.

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Global Finance

APRIL 5, 2025

You saw some big [TMT] deals in the US, but also here in Europe, McKinseys Mieke Van Oostende, a senior partner in Brussels and co-leader of the consultancys global M&A practice, tells Global Finance. The transaction supports Iberdrolas focus on electricity grids as the continent increasingly prioritizes grid resilience and modernization.

Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A)

CFO Talks

JANUARY 22, 2025

With over two decades of professional experience spanning finance, accounting, and leadership, Henk’s journey began in high school, where his passion for numbers was ignited by managing his own small business and assisting with his fathers bookkeeping. 2021) Head of Finance, Darling Romery (Pty) Ltd and subsidiaries.

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The Charity CFO

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Erin stresses that this clarity should permeate all aspects of the organization, from internal communications to external marketing materials. This deep knowledge of donor motivations and preferences is crucial in crafting effective communication strategies that resonate with supporters. Want to jump right in?

Nonprofit

CFO Thought Leader

JANUARY 29, 2025

Over five years, TDS tripled in size through seven acquisitions, Collis tells us, requiring him to integrate diverse cultures, systems, and processes while scaling the finance team from 10 to 30 members. Read More At PairSoft, Collis leverages these experiences to prioritize purposeful integration. “Fall in love with change.

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CFO Talks

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Members’ Profile: Ronel Jooste In this edition of our CFO Spotlight series, we are featuring Ronel Jooste, a dynamic force in the worlds of finance, wellness, and leadership development. What sparked your interest in finance? Both my parents have a background in finance. I coach and mentor many finance professionals.

Leadership

CFO Thought Leader

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Joanne Chengs career had already carried her through multiple successful exits and finance leadership roles when an unexpected opportunity arose. The company was still smalljust about 90 peopleand lacked a finance team. She saw, firsthand, the immense value this product could bring to finance leaders. Jellyfish www.jellyfish.co

Leadership

CFO Talks

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Member’s Profile: Vino Govender In this edition of CFO Club Africa’s Members Spotlight, we are introducing Vino Govender, an accomplished finance professional, and Director at LA Consulting Engineers. Seeking challenging roles in finance and compliance, I’m eager to collaborate with forward-thinking clients across the country.

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E78 Partners

MAY 16, 2025

Prioritizing user experience and operational efficiency is key while also ensuring business continuity across functions like finance, HR, and sales. Our advisory team brings deep experience across finance, operations, and technology to support every phase of integration. Thats where E78 comes in.

Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A)

Global Finance

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Mobile-first preferences Younger generations value access to their finances anytime, anywhere. CRM systems also facilitate tailored communication and help identify client needs, leading to stronger client-manager relationships. With stronger security measures, firms can build the necessary trust to maintain client loyalty.

Compliance

E78 Partners

JUNE 16, 2025

Whether it is poor post-close planning, misjudged synergy estimates, or ineffective communication across teams, failure tends to follow patterns. If those systems remain siloed post-close, leadership may lack accurate data for key decisions, and finance teams could be stuck reconciling figures manually.

Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A)

The Charity CFO

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

It helps you communicate how you’re going to make the difference you want to see in the world. It can be a tool to galvanize your team, community, and supporters. Prioritize Cash Flow Management Even a great budget can fall short without strong cash flow management. much better. Forget about the numbers for a second.

Nonprofit

Trade Credit & Liquidity Management

MAY 28, 2025

The fact is that face-to-face meetings have unique benefits that remote communications can’t fully replicate. A personal visit can differentiate your company from competitors who do not make the effort to visit and rely solely on email, phone, or virtual communication. Gain market intelligence. Set an agenda and share materials.

Investments

Trade Credit & Liquidity Management

JUNE 10, 2025

Lastly, regularly communicate with your sales team to help divert sales efforts from accounts that present the lowest margins and highest risks. Communicate goals to the department at the beginning of the month. Effective collection requires capabilities and information distinct from those of other Finance and Accounting functions.

Invoicing

The Charity CFO

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

According to Sheri’s research, organizations that can quantify and communicate how they’re changing lives are 68% more likely to win grants compared to those who only report on outputs (e.g. The number one factor predicting success in this area is the willingness and commitment of leadership to prioritize impact measurement.

Nonprofit

Bramasol

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

In addition to being a cultural fit with our core values, we always look for consultants who are much more than just technical experts; they also need to be strategic thinkers, effective communicators, and problem solvers. Effective Communication Skills Communication is a crucial skill for SAP consultants.

SAP

CFO Talks

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

His journey in finance has been marked by resilience, innovation, and a dedication to tailored client service. By the end of this hour, I’m refreshed and ready to tackle the day ahead with clarity and purpose. What sparked your interest in finance? I then prioritize tasks and break down the challenge into manageable steps.

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The Charity CFO

JANUARY 8, 2025

” This concept of creating space for focused, distraction-free work served as the foundation for many of MCEA’s policies, including their communication strategies and the 32-hour workweek. Do You Struggle to Make Sense of Your Financial Statements? Get the free guide!

Leadership

CFO Thought Leader

JUNE 24, 2025

A Finance Strategic Moment Kent Hoskins helped redirect Boosey & Hawkes’ focus from low-margin sheet music—50% of revenue but just 15% of EBITDA—to high-value IP. He also discusses how real-time consumption data and AI tools are reshaping forecasting.

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Barry Ritholtz

MARCH 4, 2025

Let, let’s talk a little bit about your background before we work up to JP Morgan, bachelor’s in political science from American University and then you get a master’s in public policy from University of Chicago, not the traditional path for people in finance. What was the original plan? W was there an interest in debt?

Banking

CFO Strategic Partners

MAY 29, 2025

Why CFOs Must Act Now: Turning Tariff Disruption into Strategic Opportunity Insights from Acclarity Accredited to FP&A Subject Matter Expert: Marcus Fisher Global markets are entering a period of structural disruption—and finance leaders are on the front lines. Yet forward-looking leaders aren’t standing still—they’re evolving.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)

The Charity CFO

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Supportive Work Environment: The organization prioritizes creating a workplace where employees feel valued and supported. Storytelling: Effectively communicating the organization’s mission and impact has been crucial in attracting both employees and volunteers. Do You Struggle to Make Sense of Your Financial Statements?

Nonprofit

The Charity CFO

DECEMBER 11, 2024

This approach recognizes that the traditional either/or mentality of prioritizing work over personal life (or vice versa) is outdated and ineffective. Transparency and Clear Communication: Leaders should strive to be clear in their expectations and communications, eliminating the need for employees to “read between the lines.”

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