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Female leadership in Finance: How to upskill to become a transformation leader

Future CFO

The interview is part of the Female Leadership in Finance Series of FutureCFO. Further into my career at Sloan Financial Group and then Cox Communications, my passion for process optimisation began to take the forefront. How do some of these inspire your work and/or leadership? I walk at least 5 miles a day to stay healthy.

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FutureCFO Excellence Awards 2024 finalists unveiled

Future CFO

Marko Horvat, vice president of research in the Gartner Finance practice, noted that CFOs were thinly stretched across many activities in 2023.

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A Modern Nonprofit Podcast: Characteristics of an Executive Director

The Charity CFO

When talking with Tamela, we hear a powerful message from her leadership experience within the organization and when it comes to serving others. Defined as ‘a group of items viewed as a whole rather than individually,’ this is a key viewpoint of leadership. Having perspective allows a leader to be forward thinking and proactive.

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Ep 25: Impact of Organization Design on FP&A

CFO Thought Leader

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. They demand strong interpersonal relationships and effective communication.

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Accounting in Zimbabwe is “very very different”

CFO Talks

Essential skills for accountants to possess Zebediah lists effective communication, problem-solving, and critical thinking are crucial skills for accountants. ” You can listen to the full episode of Zebediah Marewangepo sharing his almost 30 years of accounting and leadership experience across two countries here.

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Six key drivers of transformation success CFOs must know (Part 1)

Future CFO

Nearly half of the finance workforce impacted by an unsuccessful transformation state they didn’t understand the leadership vision. Communicating to teams how a transformation is going to impact them requires a very different playbook. EY’s research shows that finance function leaders need to reflect on their leadership skills.

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How to Earn Big as a CFO?

The Finance Weekly

Resolve accounting and finance problems. Communicate with clients, investors, company leaders, and stakeholders. Attend board meetings and provide detailed financial reports and recommendations to company leadership. Some companies offer formal management training programs to prepare financial professionals for leadership roles.

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