Compliance, Investments, Risk Management and Strategic Planning

The risks CFOs must face in 2024

Future CFO

JANUARY 7, 2024

CFOs must reimagine roles, reskill staff, and invest in both technical and non-technical capabilities to drive successful finance transformations. Return of investments CFOs must have the nose for strategic investments to drive enterprise transformation, although there is an undeniable struggle to capture value from technology investments.

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How to put finance business partnering puzzle together?

Fpanda Club

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

With a focus on driving better strategic and operational decisions, finance business partners create value through cost and margins, revenue growth and risk management. However, 22% of business managers don’t consider any other financial implications but revenue when making operational decisions. Sounds great, right?

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Managing the rising cost of cybersecurity: Strategies for CFOs

CFO Talks

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

As CFOs, it is essential to understand the financial implications of cybersecurity breaches and implement effective strategies to manage the rising costs associated with protecting organisational assets. Balancing the need for cybersecurity measures with budgetary constraints requires careful strategic planning and resource allocation.

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Elevating Accounting Practices: The Power of Outsourcing and Automation in the Digital Age

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Five Focal Points for Future-Ready CFOs

CFO Leadership

JANUARY 25, 2024

While public companies are legally obligated (or are soon expected to be obligated) to meet a growing number of ESG-related regulatory requirements around the world, many of these compliance burdens – and reporting requirements, in particular – also extend to private companies and smaller organizations that conduct business with public companies.

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Five Focal Points for Future-Ready CFOs

CFO Leadership

JANUARY 5, 2024

While public companies are legally obligated (or are soon expected to be obligated) to meet a growing number of ESG-related regulatory requirements around the world, many of these compliance burdens – and reporting requirements, in particular – also extend to private companies and smaller organizations that conduct business with public companies.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)

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12 Best Paying Jobs in Finance in 2023

CFO News Room

DECEMBER 16, 2022

After all, people will always need financial services, whether investing their money , taking out loans, or managing their taxes. The CFO role is multi-faceted and includes everything from financial planning and analysis to business budgeting, financial decision-making, and risk management. Insurance Advisor.

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Enterprise Risk Management and EPM – Separate or Joined at the Hip?

Planful

OCTOBER 25, 2016

For another, their biggest risk is ensuring safety on the job sites, but they also face fluctuating demand in the construction industry and the risk this puts on their P&L. Another panelist highlighted their investment in inventory, as well as managing growth in the business. The takeaway? Learn More.

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CFOs must embrace sustainability mandate

Future CFO

JULY 14, 2022

With an increasing focus on climate-related risk management and disclosures, including those under the Taskforce on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) framework, companies are recognising that climate change also has an impact on their businesses, operations and financials. CFO’s role in driving ESG strategy.

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Inflection Points in the Business Lifecycle

CFO Leadership

DECEMBER 12, 2022

Forward-looking companies are taking an integrated approach to help support employees’ broader needs, including financial wellness, saving and investing. Optimize existing technology: Many companies can optimize their existing technology without making significant technology investments. The company serves approximately 56 million U.S.

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11 Reasons to Hire a Fractional CFO

Future CFO

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Their expertise can bring fresh perspectives, best practices and innovative strategies to a company's financial management. Flexibility Fractional CFOs can be engaged for specific tasks or projects, such as financial analysis , fundraising, budgeting, strategic planning or improving financial processes.

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Budget Preparation Process: Full Step Guide

Spreadym

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Create a Revenue Forecast: Estimate your expected income sources, including salaries, sales revenue, investment income, grants, or any other sources of revenue. Account for Savings and Investments: Allocate a portion of your income for savings, investments, or emergency funds. 3 to 5 years).

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Beyond the Basics: 7 Key Focus Areas for New CFOs

CFO Talks

MARCH 14, 2024

No longer confined to the guardianship of financial reporting and compliance, modern CFOs are now pivotal strategists and advisors at the heart of corporate decision-making. They play a crucial role in strategic planning, risk management, and driving innovation, extending their influence far beyond the finance department.

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

Spreadym

OCTOBER 3, 2023

FP&A candidates typically have a background in finance, accounting, or a related field and possess a combination of skills and knowledge in financial analysis, modeling, and strategic planning. They are key contributors to the planning, performance analysis, and financial strategy development within the company.

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What is Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)?

Spreadym

JUNE 27, 2023

FP&A is a process used by organizations to develop and manage their financial plans and make informed decisions based on financial analysis. It involves forecasting, budgeting, analyzing, and reporting financial information to support strategic planning and operational decision-making.

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From Controller to CFO: What Changes?

CFO Talks

MARCH 20, 2024

Accounting Responsibilities: Both the CFO and Controller collaborate on overseeing the annual audit, ensuring thoroughness and compliance. Strategic Financial and Risk Management: The CFO is the architect of the company’s financial strategy, including tax and risk management strategies.

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Making the case for connecting the spreadsheet dots

Future CFO

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Risk Management and Compliance CFOs need to ensure that their financial processes and spreadsheets comply with various regional and international regulations. This might involve implementing automated compliance checks and utilising tools that provide real-time alerts for potential risks.

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The 5 Best Corporate Performance Management Software

Spreadym

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

It involves a set of processes, methodologies, metrics, and systems designed to help businesses effectively plan, monitor, and manage their performance to achieve their strategic goals and objectives. Budgeting and Forecasting: CPM involves the creation of budgets and financial forecasts that align with the strategic plan.

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Driver-based planning: the best of basics

Spreadym

JUNE 15, 2023

Driver-based planning is a strategic planning approach that focuses on identifying and prioritizing key drivers or factors that have a significant impact on the performance and success of a business. It involves analyzing and understanding these drivers to develop effective plans and make informed decisions.

Planning

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Working as a Team: Forming your advisory financial committee

The Charity CFO

AUGUST 28, 2023

This isn’t always a priority for dedicated nonprofit professionals, who may spend more of their time focusing on the issue or cause their group is involved with, as well as programming, donor relations, and event planning decisions. However, financially-minded folks are crucial for a variety of reasons.

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What Controllers Can Do to Help Leverage FP&A Solutions

The Finance Weekly

OCTOBER 13, 2021

Strategic: Quality of various strategies helping companies reach short and long term goals. Compliance: Abide by laws regarding environmental regulations, financial reporting, etc. Internal: Employee experience and quality of company management. A collaborative approach can also vastly improve risk management.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)

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Finance vs. Accounting

CFO Simplified

DECEMBER 12, 2021

A team member in the finance department addresses how a business manages their money, from: Investing and borrowing. Growth planning . In publicly traded companies, the CFO is also responsible for the company’s compliance with Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) rules and regulations. Overseeing risk management.

Accounting

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CFOs Pulled In More Directions At Once

PYMNTS

MARCH 30, 2017

Grant Thornton released its 2017 CFO Survey this week to find that most of these executives said strategic planning is their top priority within the enterprise, surpassing other priorities like performance management or even increased cash flow. One of the largest ways it can do so is for risk management.

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216: Farhaan Moolla: Innovative Leadership: The Journey of a modern and dynamic CFO

CFO Talks

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Farhaan Moolla: Innovative Leadership: The Journey of a modern and dynamic CFO Written by: Staff writer In this podcast Farhaan Moolla, a seasoned CFO with a notable career in financial leadership and strategic planning, shared his journey, beginning with his entrepreneurial family background.

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Enterprise Risk Management and EPM – Separate or Joined at the Hip?

CFOs must embrace sustainability mandate

Inflection Points in the Business Lifecycle

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Budget Preparation Process: Full Step Guide

Beyond the Basics: 7 Key Focus Areas for New CFOs

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

What is Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)?

From Controller to CFO: What Changes?

Making the case for connecting the spreadsheet dots

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