CFO Dive

JUNE 5, 2025

Deep Dive Opinion Library Events Press Releases Topics Subscribe Search Subscribe Search Strategy & Operations Financial Reporting Compliance Technology Treasury Risk Management Leadership An article from Dive Brief Audit partner pessimism surges amid risk of recession: CAQ survey U.S. Dive Insight: U.S. TechTarget, Inc.s

Auditing 144

Auditing SAP CFO Compliance 144

Bramasol

JULY 16, 2025

Microgrids and Virtual Power Plants : As microgrids and virtual power plants (VPPs) become more common, utilities need ERP systems that can handle the increased complexity of managing smaller-scale energy systems, billing multiple stakeholders, and ensuring the smooth integration of these assets into the wider grid.

SAP 52

SAP Compliance Auditing IFRS 52

CFO Dive

JULY 8, 2025

Java platform provider Azul found most organizations grappling with unexpectedly high cloud infrastructure and application costs. Managing cloud environments, including containers, was a software asset management challenge for more than three-quarters of respondents in the Flexera survey. Here’s how CFOs should approach it.

Auditing 125

Auditing CFO Risk Management SAP 125

Future CFO

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023

"Due to the fluidity of the situation, as a business, we had to dynamically manage operations and re-allocate resources to optimise the business outcome," she confided. Inflation and supply chain disruptions resulted in higher cost of doing business. Then there is the talent issue. Click here for more information.

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CFO Finance Leadership Communication 98

Future CFO

JANUARY 4, 2024

The year 2024 sees a strategic focus on robust cost management, cash flow optimisation, and liquidity planning. People management will also remain a cornerstone trend in 2024 and finance leaders should focus on enhancing their leadership skills and creating environments that motivate employees to upskill and grow.

Marketing 52

Marketing Leadership Economics CFO 52

Future CFO

APRIL 7, 2024

Editor’s note: Wei Zheng (pictured), Finance Director, Hays Asia shed light on what matters when it comes to leadership, how you can progress to become a leader, and the biggest challenge facing finance leaders today. This interview is part of FutureCFO’s Female Leadership in Finance Series. What’s your career goal now?

Finance 52

Finance Leadership Leverage Cost Management 52

E78 Partners

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

These models should capture the nuances of each area of the business, from revenue generation to cost management, and integrate into a financial model that provides a holistic view of financial health. Budget planning should be a tool for empowering leadership at all levels of the organization.

Budgeting 59

Budgeting Planning Financial Modeling Forecasting 59

E78 Partners

JUNE 12, 2023

Outliers will operate as part of E78’s Leadership & Transaction Services business unit, which offers highly technical and strategic interim CFO services, executive search, and transaction execution services. Terms of the transaction have not been disclosed. The company was founded in 2016 and has more than 450 senior professionals.

Accounting Firms 52

Accounting Firms Accounting Finance Leadership 52

CFO Plans

JUNE 14, 2024

Learn more about the benefits of cloud-based accounting software Manufacturing Accounting Solutions to Streamline Production Costs For businesses in the manufacturing sector, specialized accounting solutions are essential. These services help you track production costs, manage inventory, and optimize your supply chain.

Accounting 52

Accounting Manufacturing CFO Tax Planning 52

CFO Thought Leader

JULY 31, 2024

His post-retirement work focused on improving cost management practices and advocating for better education for management accountants, reflecting his dedication to enhancing financial practices.

Finance 52

Finance General Ledger Education Accounting Standards 52

E78 Partners

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

These models should capture the nuances of each area of the business, from revenue generation to cost management, and integrate into a financial model that provides a holistic view of financial health. Budget planning should be a tool for empowering leadership at all levels of the organization.

Budgeting 52

Budgeting Planning Financial Modeling Forecasting 52

Future CFO

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

This trend is expected to persist into 2024, influencing strategic decisions and prompting a focus on cost management and expense reduction. Risk mitigation and strategic financial management The increasing complexity of risk factors requires companies to adopt a more strategic and analytical approach to risk policy.

Treasury 105

Treasury Technology Cash Flow Forecasting Leverage 105

Future CFO

APRIL 7, 2020

Therefore, forcing the IT infrastructure group to bear the same cost reductions as another functional area could expose your organization to new risks or negatively affect business continuity,” he added. Gartner recommends four cost management tactics: Think big. Create a recurring headwind and tailwind cost report.

Budgeting 52

Budgeting Leadership Finance Cost Management 52

Future CFO

MAY 22, 2024

Waty says CFOs must navigate regulatory landscapes, measure return on investment, mitigate the risk of technology obsolescence, address cybersecurity threats, balance technology investments with costs, manage data security, overcome resistance, integrate digital tools, and attract and retain talent. Click here for more information.

CFO 52

CFO Risk Management Leadership Communication 52

E78 Partners

JUNE 2, 2023

Our team consistently oversees monthly expenditure, underscoring spending patterns, pending credits, and ensuring that our services generate lasting savings that exceed our costs year after year. CFOs should foster a culture of financial responsibility and engage stakeholders in cost reduction initiatives and process improvements.

Auditing 52

Auditing Vendor Management Leverage Leadership 52

CFO Plans

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Learn More About Virtual Financial Management Remote CFO Solutions Provide Expert Guidance Remote CFO Solutions provide the expertise of a Chief Financial Officer without the overhead costs. This service is ideal for small businesses that need strategic financial leadership but are not yet ready to hire a full-time CFO.

Startups 52

Startups Accounting CFO Tax Planning 52

Future CFO

JANUARY 2, 2024

Among the key findings of the survey include: Managing risks: Regionally, 51% of CFOs prioritise technology automation to manage risks, 38% focus on enhancing operational procedure monitoring, and 33% emphasise more aggressive cost management.

Economics 52

Economics Concentration CFO Invoicing 52

PYMNTS

MARCH 30, 2018

The company, based in New York, provides an accounts payable and cost management solution for members of the hospitality sector, with its solutions leveraging machine learning technology to analyze invoice data for smarter purchasing and supplier management decisions. Employment Hero.

Startups 46

Startups B2B Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) Accounts Payable 46

Future CFO

JULY 10, 2024

Senior executives must manage their expectations and be fully aware of the organisational challenges they will face." Bant adds that while AI has enormous potential to transform industries , three years is a short time horizon to do so.

Cost Management 52

Cost Management Compliance Investments Technology 52

Future CFO

NOVEMBER 27, 2022

In an IBM Global C-Suite study , two-thirds of CFOs surveyed confirmed that their agenda includes taking an active role in developing strategy, driving growth, reducing costs, managing risks and providing insights. How effective is your finance function in supporting the following aspects of enterprise decision-making?

Finance 52

Finance CFO Compliance Auditing 52

Future CFO

APRIL 1, 2024

With concerns related to cost and business efficiency high on the radar for many businesses, CFOs can also develop strategic profitability and cost management models, paving the way for the growth of new levels of business in the organisation.

Risk Management 52

Risk Management Finance Practice Management Planning 52

Future CFO

DECEMBER 9, 2019

Within the finance department, a CFO taking personal ownership of finance talent acquisition, M&A strategy, cost management or digital transformation also had no material impact in how effective the CFO was rated in overall job performance.

CFO 40

CFO Construction Finance Cost Management 40