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How to Find the Best FP&A Candidates for Your Team

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Many candidates also hold advanced degrees like a Master's in Business Administration (MBA) or a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation. Skills: They possess a range of technical and soft skills, including financial analysis, financial modeling, data management, budgeting, forecasting, communication, and problem-solving skills.

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What Is the Typical Background of a Fractional CFO?

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Financial Expertise Fractional CFOs typically have a strong background in finance, accounting, and related fields. They often hold advanced degrees such as MBAs, CPAs (Certified Public Accountants), or CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) certifications.

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Transcript: Rick Rieder

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In fact, I was going to be a strategist, financial analyst to work for a bank and write research reports. But I found — you know, I was a financial analyst and I was literally — you know, what we talked about, I was going to go and do that again, I loved looking at companies. RIEDER: A100 percent.