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What Corporate Finance Tech Adoption Will Look Like In Two Years

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It’s that time of year again, when experts muse and analysts forecast for the year (and years) ahead. In corporate finance, the predictions are largely about the adoption of the most cutting-edge technologies, from artificial intelligence (AI) to blockchain. The latest report from Gartner, Inc. RPA was cited by 29 percent.

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34 Competencies required to become a CFO(SA)

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Steward Role & Competencies: Accounting, control, risk management and asset preservation are the proficiencies of the Steward. Competencies include: Working knowledge of risk management, budget, and forecasting tools. This role is oriented toward best practices of the finance function itself.

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Embracing AI in Finance and Accounting: Balancing Risk and Innovation

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However, they still have a place in corporate finance and accounting. LLMs are already reshaping the productivity landscape across the business world, including finance and accounting departments. In a world that embraces and rewards AI, “Leaning in” to this technology is not optional for finance and accounting.

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Corporates Step Up To Welcome AI, Blockchain

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Boards of directors and executive management teams cannot afford to manage risks casually on a reactive basis, especially considering the rapid pace of disruptive innovation and technological developments in an ever-advancing digital world.”. Finance professionals spoke with Gartner, Inc.

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Beyond the Basics: 7 Key Focus Areas for New CFOs

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They play a crucial role in strategic planning, risk management, and driving innovation, extending their influence far beyond the finance department. Risk Management: Given the CFO’s role in identifying and mitigating risks, tasks related to safeguarding the company’s assets and financial health are critical.

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

CFO Leadership

However, they still have a place in corporate finance and accounting. LLMs are already reshaping the productivity landscape across the business world, including finance and accounting departments. In a world that embraces and rewards AI, “Leaning in” to this technology is not optional for finance and accounting.

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Effective ways finance can navigate digital transformation post-pandemic

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FutureCFO: What’d be the challenges facing the finance function and the CFO post-pandemic? We saw an increase in demand for SaaS from CFOs, treasurers who needed to be able to connect remotely to outsourced and managed services. However, switching to SaaS does not solve all the problems.

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