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A Fresh Look at Ongoing ESG and Carbon Accounting Developments

Bramasol

Global ESG Regulatory Requirements One of the major ESG compliance developments to watch is the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) proposed regulation on Climate-Related Disclosures and ESG Investing. IFRS S1 requires companies to communicate the sustainability risks and opportunities they face over the short, medium, and long term.

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The Changing Role of CFOs in a Technology-Driven World

Bramasol

The other is the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB), whose rules for financial reporting are known as International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). IFRS S1 requires companies to communicate the sustainability risks and opportunities they face over the short, medium, and long term.

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Turning challenges into opportunities: being a financial controller in 2024

Future CFO

As for the interesting parts of the role, Celina Leonardo , senior director of corporate finance & strategic investment at Super Magnificent Coffee Company Pte. She adds that impeccable financial analysis is key as effective communication and relationship-building skills foster an innovative and inclusive culture.

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Embracing AI in Finance and Accounting: Balancing Risk and Innovation

CFO Leadership

AI in the “Real World” While these powerful tools seem to have a near mastery of natural language communication, they are not necessarily designed to possess many of the skills required by finance and accounting professionals. Companies like Google and Amazon are investing heavily in AI R&D to customize models for their needs.

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Are You Ready for "Carbon Accounting"  Compliance?

Bramasol

However, for the past couple of decades, ESG has typically consisted of producing an annual glossy Corporate Responsibility Report that discussed various initiatives in descriptive terms across areas such as energy usage, waste stream mitigation, labor practices, community programs, charitable giving, etc.

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34 Competencies required to become a CFO(SA)

CFO Talks

Investment and credit risk knowledge. Accounting knowledge (IFRS and taxation). Treasury and investment management. Communication/ presentation skills and executive presence. Information quality and control rationalisation are top-of-mind issues for the Steward. External financial and regulatory reporting knowledge.

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TEST Embracing AI in Finance and Accounting: Balancing Risk and Innovation

CFO Leadership

AI in the “Real World” While these powerful tools seem to have a near mastery of natural language communication, they are not necessarily designed to possess many of the skills required by finance and accounting professionals. Companies like Google and Amazon are investing heavily in AI R&D to customize models for their needs.

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