CFO Talks

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

She is driven to deepen her expertise in digitalization, AI, and machine learning , applying them to improve financial wellness and business efficiency and aims for international leadership roles that contribute to the economic development of Africa and values cross-disciplinary collaborations for impactful projects.

CFO

Fpanda Club

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

The growing variety and complexity of tasks within the finance function has resulted in the creation of a discipline that is supposed to become a bridge between the finance and business to support decision-making process by leveraging data and technology. This relates to FP&A which stands for financial planning and analysis.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)

CFO Talks

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Instead of relying on a single forecast, consider creating multiple financial models that reflect best-case, worst-case, and moderate scenarios. Actionable Steps: Develop at least three scenarios (optimistic, pessimistic, and most likely) for your key financial metrics.

Leverage

CFO Talks

MARCH 14, 2024

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. This includes not just financial risks but also operational, regulatory, and strategic risks.

Prioritization

E78 Partners

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Private equity consultants offer expertise in optimizing portfolio companies, enhancing financial performance, and identifying new growth opportunities. By leveraging the insights of these experienced specialists, businesses can better navigate complex market conditions and maximize value creation.

Financial Modeling

CFO Network

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Expert Financial Analysis A Fractional CFO brings a fresh perspective to your financial landscape. They conduct in-depth economic analysis , helping you identify areas of improvement and untapped opportunities. Their expertise in financial modeling can provide invaluable insights into your company’s performance.

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Future CFO

MARCH 27, 2025

Many CFOs are now leveraging AI-powered spend analytics to detect cost inefficiencies and identify savings opportunities across procurement, logistics, and operational expenditures." One of the biggest shifts is AI-powered scenario planning.

Compliance

CFO Share

JUNE 11, 2024

Unlike in-house teams, which handle a broad range of financial tasks and rarely see other financial models, outsourced CFOs build forecasts for a variety of businesses. Was your recent drop in revenue due to macro-economic forces or an under-performing sales team?

Forecasting

E78 Partners

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

This team is responsible for conducting thorough due diligence, which involves assessing the target company’s economic health, cash flows, and liabilities. The team helps clients understand each deal’s potential returns and risks by providing accurate valuations and financial models.

Securities

E78 Partners

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

This team is responsible for conducting thorough due diligence, which involves assessing the target company’s economic health, cash flows, and liabilities. The team helps clients understand each deal’s potential returns and risks by providing accurate valuations and financial models.

Securities

BlueLight

JUNE 5, 2020

One great way to leverage observers is for domain expertise to drive strategic discussions based on their knowledge of the market or technology. Brook Porter: The board meeting can get crowded quickly, so the board observer should manage the level of participation and contribute where it adds value.

Startups

CFO News Room

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

And so, they’re always getting the economic updates, or the things that we’re thinking throughout the year. So, I always say like I said, that nobody needs to decide on any kind of maintenance model in any given year. And I get many more questions about implementation than I do maintaining a financial model.

Planning

Barry Ritholtz

APRIL 4, 2023

And you know, it’s funny, when I was on the road in the early days, you know, talk about even post GFC, you’d meet with large scale institutions and you talk about senior secured loans, private lending, covenants, reasonable leverage, et cetera, et cetera. KENCEL: So, now, leverage is lower. You guys had a huge year.

Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A)

CFO Talks

MARCH 12, 2025

Following financial news sources like Business Day, Moneyweb, and Fin24 provides insight into current financial events, while subscribing to newsletters and listening to finance-related podcasts can keep you engaged with ongoing developments. Curiosity and openness to new ideas drive continuous growth.

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