Focus CFO

DECEMBER 6, 2021

Turning Goals into a Strategic Plan. A long to-do list or a list of goals is not a strategic plan. Businesses that set goals and try to hit them without an overarching strategic plan can end up wasting resources, pulling their teams in too many directions, and thwarting their own expansion efforts.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) 92

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Strategic Planning CFO Communication 92

VCFO

AUGUST 18, 2022

For the CPO, this means shaping and carrying out a strategic plan that unlocks that people potential via a high level of employee engagement. The CPO listens to the challenges, concerns, needs, and opportunities of the broader leadership team and acts as a valued partner in helping them accomplish their objectives.

Leadership 81

Leadership Communication Management Consulting Strategic Planning 81

Fpanda Club

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

Performance management is a range of practices which a company uses to measure its performance and communicate results. Linked with financial planning, analysis and reporting, business performance management becomes an inalienable part of the FP&A teams’ activities. Turning to soft skills, it’s not so easy here.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) 130

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Corporate Finance Communication Budgeting 130

Future CFO

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023

FutureCFO spoke to Nobuaki Hojo , a veteran finance professional and head of APJ specialised regional controlling for SAP, for his perspective on the dynamics influencing the FP&A role, and its repercussions to leadership and the company. What are the three most challenging aspects of being a finance leader in 2022?

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) 52

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) CFO SAP Leadership 52

The Charity CFO

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

Excellent Communication Skills. The ability for communication, with various stakeholders, is essential for the finance director role. As such, they need to be able to clearly communicate financial information to people with non-financial backgrounds. Leadership And Management Skills. Strategic Thinking.

Nonprofit 52

Nonprofit Finance Strategic Planning Budgeting 52

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. They also rely on the CFO’s leadership, providing up to date communication, and accurate financial reporting.

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Nonprofit Finance CFO Compliance 69

Focus CFO

MARCH 3, 2022

However, with guidance and strategic planning led by an experienced CFO, organizations will be well equipped to weather the storm. . The CFO—either a full-time CFO or a Fractional CFO embedded in the leadership team—has a critical role in response to the current inflationary cycle and the resulting uncertainties. LEARN MORE.

CFO 52

CFO Strategic Planning Communication Credit Risk 52

The Finance Weekly

OCTOBER 13, 2021

CPM involves a greater emphasis on improving communication and business strategies within a company. The responsibilities of controllers today extend to more than just accounting and forecasting; FCs are now expected to engage in business administration and financial planning. CPM is a way to ensure business strategies get executed.

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VCFO

MARCH 6, 2024

HR also helps safely bring any needed third parties into the mix and assists with communication and meeting elements to keep evaluations on track. If the deal does go through, leadership will be prepared and have HR’s continued support through transition.

Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) 78

Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) Leadership Construction Communication 78

CFO Simplified

APRIL 15, 2024

Are you missing Strategic Planning? Let’s quickly get through the first three items in any strategic plan. Communication is the key to not only making sure that they know the value that you’re providing, but it allows you to adjust to the changing needs and desires of your clients. Here’s a quick review.

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Future CFO

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Collaboration and Communication CFOs should invest in collaboration platforms that allow multiple stakeholders to work on spreadsheets simultaneously while maintaining data security and version control. Strategic Thinking CFOs should encourage their teams to use spreadsheets strategically.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) 52

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Leverage Communication Compliance 52

Future CFO

OCTOBER 17, 2023

The interview is part of FutureCFO's Female Leadership in Finance Series. My greatest strengths lie in customer management and strategic planning. This means not only talking about leadership values but also embodying them in my actions.

SAP 52

SAP Leadership Finance Strategic Planning 52

CFO Talks

JULY 7, 2022

Conclusion: Setting the year program for the CFO Alliance – Alliance Leadership. Strategy, planning skills, good governance. Communicate the strategy. Round table – The State: strategic planning skills. Keynote: David Wray – CFO and ESG Round Table. XLIV NATIONAL ANDAF CONGRESS. Macro-economic view.

CFO 52

CFO Strategic Planning Leadership Invoicing 52

Future CFO

JANUARY 7, 2024

Finance leaders must collaborate with chief information officers and chief transformation officers to align budget priorities, integrate strategic planning decisions, and respond swiftly to market changes.

CFO 52

CFO Risk Management Leverage Strategic Planning 52

VCFO

JUNE 16, 2022

Is your leadership team truly diverse? And because culture starts with leadership, senior leaders must also challenge their teams to view themselves and their functions through the lens of DE&I. Do leadership ranks now demonstrate more diversity? What do customer satisfaction and employee surveys communicate bout DE&I?

Leadership 69

Leadership Communication Advertising Education 69

Centage

JANUARY 18, 2024

Finance teams often get asked to do more with less, which makes it important that you adopt the right FP&A tools to amplify your capabilities and create more time for strategic planning. Stronger interdepartmental communication and collaboration is a good benchmark to set as a best practice for this year.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) 40

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Data Analysis Leverage Risk Management 40

Beacon CFO Plus

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Clearly communicate the organization’s purpose, mission, vision, and strategic plan. When you hire a part-time or project-based CFO , you gain the same financial leadership, strategy, and expertise as a full-time CFO but without the strain on your budget to provide comprehensive benefits and incentives.

CFO 52

CFO Strategic Planning Leadership Budgeting 52

CFO News Room

DECEMBER 16, 2022

CFOs are some of the highest-paid finance professionals because they have experience and networks and excel at financial leadership. Because much of an advisor’s job revolves around talking to clients and seeking new investment opportunities, excellent communication skills are essential in this role. Communication Skills.

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Finance Budgeting Compliance Financial Analyst 130

The Finance Weekly

APRIL 1, 2023

Prior to joining Funko, Nave held various executive leadership roles at Walmart.com, where he served as the CFO, COO, and CEO. Prior to that, she served as the CFO of ByHeart, a baby nutrition company, and held several finance leadership roles at Dove, Chobani, and Talenti. Varma began her career in accounting at KPMG.

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Centage

AUGUST 15, 2022

With driver-based planning, companies identify a set of factors that influence their success and model that data to better understand its impact. Managers can then run scenarios with the drivers to improve long-term strategic planning.

Budgeting 105

Budgeting Planning Forecasting GAAP 105

CFO Simplified

FEBRUARY 6, 2022

A study conducted by the Financial Planning Association shows that within five years of retirement, 60% of advisors do not have a proper succession plan in place. For that 60%, it’s not too late to start planning now. . Who would you like to move into leadership in your business? . How do the numbers hold up over time?

Planning 52

Planning CFO Leadership Communication 52

Bramasol

JUNE 30, 2023

By analyzing large volumes of data and identifying patterns and trends, AI systems offers valuable insights for market analysis, customer segmentation, demand forecasting, and strategic planning. This leads to improved customer experiences, optimized operations, and better business outcomes.

SAP 78

SAP B2B Leverage Analyzing Data 78

The Charity CFO

AUGUST 28, 2023

Leaders should work to foster open communication between members and the board, especially when it comes to strategic planning and problem-solving. Encouraging Thought Leadership You’ve selected these members for their experience and guidance – now, make sure they use it!

Nonprofit 52

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CFO Talks

MARCH 19, 2024

By distilling these goals into a concise list and communicating them consistently—whether in formal presentations or casual discussions—the CFO ensures everyone understands and aligns with the finance department’s direction. Fostering Commitment to Change True leadership is shown by example.

CFO 52

CFO Communication Finance Budgeting 52

Future CFO

AUGUST 30, 2021

According to Payscale.com , skills such as leadership, and financial reporting and strategic planning, won’t elevate your take-home pay much. What makes for a sought-after chief finance professional (CFO)? These days, strong computer skills, as are advanced knowledge of accounting, budgeting, and finances.

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Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Finance CFO Problem Solving 52

CFO Talks

MARCH 14, 2024

We emphasized the importance of communication, setting priorities, and the initial avoidance of hasty decisions. They play a crucial role in strategic planning, risk management, and driving innovation, extending their influence far beyond the finance department. The CFO of Eco Innovate Inc.,

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Prioritization CFO Leverage Risk Management 52

VCFO

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

What is a Merger & Acquisition Integration Plan? Before the transaction documents are executed, having a post-merger M&A Integration Plan in place is imperative to define the steps, activities, and responsibilities of all parties. Key Elements of an Integration Plan. Insufficient communication with Employees.

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Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) Planning Strategic Planning Corporate Finance 54

VCFO

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Provides senior level directional guidance to department and project managers, so that they are not preparing budgets in a vacuum relative to expectations of senior leadership. Process may not work well when communication channels are either informal or blocked between lower-level managers and senior management. Disadvantages.

Budgeting 71

Budgeting Leadership Communication Planning 71

Future CFO

DECEMBER 7, 2020

Editor’s note: For our Female Leadership in Finance Series, FutureCFO editor Teresa Leung recently had a chat with Sereen Teoh (pictured below), CFO at BIG Loyalty. An effective leadership team depends on the CEO and CFO being a great double act. FutureCFO: What are your responsibilities as the CFO at BIG Loyalty?

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CFO Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Leadership Finance 52

Centage

JULY 12, 2022

Kate Drenckhahn is Centage’s Senior Product Manager focused on the strategic planning and execution of new and existing Planning Maestro functionality. Kate brings a strong background in the application development lifecycle with over 20 years of professional experience in Fintech and SaaS delivery to the Centage product team.

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Compliance Budgeting Prioritization Data Analysis 52

VCFO

MARCH 4, 2022

Different elements of leadership will often have different views of how to grow the company. Approaching forecasting both ways is recommended and ensures communication throughout the company. This approach generally results in a negotiated plan that all parties can support. Prepare multiple forecast views.

Forecasting 88

Forecasting Planning Reconciliations Leadership 88

CFO Talks

OCTOBER 10, 2022

But now the CFOs today have to be more adaptive, they have to exhibit leadership skills, instead of a role as being a controller, you need to be a business partner. You have to show communication skills and you have to cut across all functions or departments to have a clear understanding of the organisational needs.

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CFO Transportation Education Accounting 52

Planful

JUNE 15, 2017

And the techniques they’re employing – such as driver-based planning, rolling forecasts , and predictive modeling – are getting more sophisticated. FP&A has become more data-driven, taking a leadership role in supporting strategic planning at the corporate level and across lines of business. Learn More.

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Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Strategic Planning Forecasting Finance 40

VCFO

MARCH 31, 2022

Be sure to ask about their communication style and how you will be updated on the work throughout the relationship. Ensure that expectations will be met when it comes to timeliness of communications and actions. Confirm their ability to accommodate changing schedule needs, response timing expectations, and more.

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CFO Communication Auditing Budgeting 52

The Charity CFO

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

A well-crafted budget can be a powerful tool for decision-making, helping you to prioritize spending in line with your strategic goals. It can also be a valuable communication tool, providing clarity for staff, volunteers, and donors about where their money is going and how it’s making an impact.

Nonprofit 52

Nonprofit Budgeting CFO Forecasting 52

CFO Talks

FEBRUARY 13, 2022

The South African Institute of Business Accountants developed a designation called CFO (SA), certified financial officer, and that was basically to recognise those qualities that are developed inherently, in the way you have just mentioned, by senior finance executives, things like communication skills, strategic planning, more of the softer skills.

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CFO Construction Economics Accounting 40

Planful

OCTOBER 25, 2016

Among the many great topics on the agenda at the Argyle CFO Leadership Forum in Dallas was a session titled “Managing and Minimizing Enterprise Risk.” And as such, it should be considered as part of corporate goal setting, strategic planning, and financial and operational planning and reporting.

Risk Management 40

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