January, 2022

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C-suites see record high female CEO, CFOs, rise in black CFOs: Crist|Kolder

CFO Dive

Despite diversity gains, whites and men still hold nearly 90% of CEO, CFO and COO positions, the survey found.

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What The World Said About Digital Finance

Generation CFO

W e held roundtable discussions with finance professionals all around the world as part of our joint research report, Transformational Journeys: Finance and the Agile Organisation. From their responses, we created a word cloud that provides clear insights into the way the industry views the future of finance. . Here I will show you the word cloud, and we can break it down together to really understand the importance of these terms.

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Who are the primary users of ERP systems?

Navigator SAP

If you’ve reached a point in your business where you’re looking to improve productivity, find cost savings, and unlock new growth opportunities, your research has likely led you to reports of other organizations using an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system to achieve those kinds of goals.

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Download the February/March 2022 issue of Private Funds CFO

Private Funds CFO

In the magazine: CFOs offer their advice on what you need to look out for in the new era of inflation; Private equity compensation survey findings; The future of ESG-linked loans; What CFOs can learn from chipmakers; Plus much more….

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How to Build the Ideal HR Team

HR doesn’t exist in a vacuum. This work impacts everyone: from the C-Suite to your newest hire. It also drives results. Learn how to make it all happen in Paycor’s latest guide.

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The Ultimate Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) Process Guide

Anaplan

What is S&OP (Sales and Operations Planning)? S&OP, or sales & operations planning, is a monthly integrated business management process that empowers leadership to focus on key supply chain drivers, including sales, marketing, demand management, production, inventory management, and new product introduction. With an eye on financial and business impact, the goal of S&OP software […].

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Cybersecurity increasingly on audit committee agendas

CFO Dive

To the extent CFOs support the committees, they could be called on to help find experts to join, or present to, members who are tasked with preventing a damaging breach.

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The Role Revolution Will Not Be Televised

Generation CFO

“The office of the CFO needs to change”, said Terrel A. Turner when he spoke with Christopher Argent, founder of Generation CFO, for the Business Talk Library podcast. CFOs and finance teams can no longer ignore the importance of technology in finance function. This in turn has affected the role of the CFO, which Chris and Terrel explored in this insightful session.

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What is an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) System?

Navigator SAP

Daily business decisions can be as low-stakes as prioritizing your email inbox or as momentous as deciding on a strategic acquisition. Your choices can lead to solutions to the problems your company faces—or to regrets and harsh consequences. Although you can’t necessarily prevent every mistake, incorrect choices are often the result of poor research and a lack of insight into and understanding of the details of your business.

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SEC proposes major private fund reporting changes

Private Funds CFO

The SEC has proposed the first new disclosure rules for private equity, venture capital and hedge funds since the Dodd-Frank era.

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Planning Your Restaurant's Path to Profitability

Speaker: James Kahler, COO of Full Course

Ever wondered where to splurge and where to safely conserve when it comes to operating and growing your restaurant? 🤔 Join James Kahler, COO of Full Course and industry visionary, in this new webinar where he'll talk all about best practices to invest in your restaurant's success! Whether you're a new business or an established restaurant, a seasoned pro or a rookie, you'll learn the keys to sustainable success in this competitive industry.

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Global C-Suiters Name Their Fears

Global Finance

In the Conference Board’s annual C-suite survey, executives express concerns about inflation, talent sourcing, and impediments to pandemic recovery, including possible recession in China and supply chain concerns in the US and Europe.

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The fundamentals of demand planning

Anaplan

Effective demand planning can improve the accuracy of revenue forecasts, align inventory levels with peaks and troughs in demand, and enhance profitability for a particular channel or product.

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3 ways SaaS CFOs can prepare for hypergrowth in 2022

CFO Dive

With hypergrowth on the horizon, how can CFOs be in the driver’s seat to lead rapid growth? How can they be best prepared for the challenges presented? Mike Beach, Chargebee’s CFO, shares some insights.

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James Owen, Global Chief Financial Officer, Profiles Division, Kantar

Generation CFO

Successful businesses need a culture of making it happen, says James Owen, Kantar’s Profiles division Global CFO. “Too often I’ve seen that people prefer to find excuses or historical reasons why something hasn’t happened.”. Instead, James suggests: “The real skill comes in when the team can reframe the question in the first place and ask ‘how can we make this happen together’ or look at what needs to be true to bring the idea to fruition.”.

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How Automation is Driving Efficiency Through the Last Mile of Reporting

Speaker: Jamie Eagan

As organizations strive for agility and efficiency, it's imperative for finance leaders to embrace innovative technologies and redefine traditional processes. Join us as we explore the pivotal role of digitalization and automation in reshaping what is commonly referred to as the “last mile of reporting”. We’ll deep-dive into why digitalization is no longer a choice, but a necessity for finance departments to stay competitive in a fast-paced environment touching on: 2024 trends for the Office of

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Biotech FDA Approval Process

Navigator SAP

Modern biotechnology has enabled individuals and companies in the pharmaceutical industry to create breakthrough products and equipment for combating devastating and uncommon diseases, reducing environmental footprints, feeding hungry populations, and promoting safer, cleaner, and effective industrial processes. However, before these products and technologies are released to the market for use by consumers, they must be taken through the biotech FDA approval process to ensure their safety.

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PF advisers aren’t reading own recipes, new risk alert claims

Private Funds CFO

Second-ever risk alert rings alarms over accurate disclosures, advertising, books-and-records, due diligence and hedge clauses.

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The Elephant in the Room: The ESG Contradiction

CFA Institute

The inherent conflict between the "E," the "S," and the "G" in ESG investing can no longer be ignored.

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Cash Flow Forecasting: The Key to Future-Proof Your Business for 2022

Centage

Across the globe, the business environment remains in a seemingly endless state of flux. Supply chain shortages, major gaps in the workforce, and a never-ending pandemic are impacting each and every industry and contributing to this perpetual state of uncertainty. Is your business set up to handle these dynamic market conditions? Do you have the resources to adapt?

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Register Now: Sneak Peek Into Close Automation SkyStem Web Demo

Technology is rapidly changing the way accountants perform and manage month-end activities. Spreadsheets, email, and shared drives no longer have to slow us down. Join us as we present a "sneak peek" recorded demo of SkyStem's month-end close solution – ART. In under four weeks, your team can start reaping the benefits of month-end close automation by vastly reducing spreadsheets, cut down on reconciliation work, speed up the month-end close, and better manage your remote team.

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Office rent decline gives CFOs potential cost-saving opportunities

CFO Dive

Since early in the pandemic, effective U.S. office rents have fallen 13.3% and office vacancies have risen to a nearly 20-year high, according to Cushman & Wakefield.

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How can YOU become a finance transformation hero?

Generation CFO

Customer requirements are changing. This means you need to change with them – or get left behind. The finance industry is shifting; agility is key and value cases matter. This leaves finance professionals with a question: what is my role? This is an important question to answer, especially in an industry that is constantly adapting and growing with new technology.

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Cloud Computing in Pharma

Navigator SAP

Cloud computing is one of the latest technologies to show the potential to transform industries. One industry that is slowly adopting cloud computing technology is the pharmaceutical sector. The uptake of this technology in the pharmaceutical industry remains somewhat measured due to strict protocols and compliance regulations. However, there are still numerous benefits your pharmaceutical company can enjoy by implementing cloud computing.

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CFOs look to institutionalize their firms

Private Funds CFO

EY survey: Nearly half of PE firms targeting retail and wealth management investors to increase AUM.

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Accounting Software and ERP Readiness Guide

In this white paper, we explore the factors to consider in deciding whether the time is right for your Company to consider a new ERP or accounting software, the total cost of ownership and plans necessary to make the potential leap to these systems.

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Statement of Activities: Reading a Nonprofit Income Statement

The Charity CFO

The Statement of Activities is the Income Statement of a nonprofit organization. You may also know it as a profit and loss statement or income and expense report. Simply, it reports your organization’s revenue and expenses during a specific period and the difference between them. . In the for-profit world, they call the difference between revenues and expenses net income.

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Corporate integrity might have worsened over the last 18 months

Future CFO

Standards of corporate integrity have stayed the same or worsened over the last 18 months, said EY recently. According to the 2022 EY Global Integrity Report, more than half (55%) of employees and leaders from companies around the world believe that standards of corporate integrity have stayed the same or worsened over the last 18 months. The survey, which canvassed the views of more than 4,700 employees, managers and board directors from 54 countries and territories, found that leaders are stru

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Companies ignoring employee demands will falter: Fink

CFO Dive

A tight labor market has strengthened workers’ clout, compelling corporate leaders to increase pay and benefits or risk underperformance, according to BlackRock CEO Larry Fink.

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Let’s Get Digital! Skills For The Modern Finance Professional

Generation CFO

If you want to know five gaps that can be identified in a modern finance team, read on. In this episode of the First Intuition podcast series, Chris Argent, Managing Director and founder of Generation CFO, discusses the digitisation and skills that modern finance professionals need to prioritise with Ben Bullman and David Malthouse. . They talk about Chris’ background working as a CFO and with GenerationCFO, identify gaps in the finance team, and discuss data and digital transformation.

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PowerPoint Best Practices for Creating Stellar Presentations

Mastering data visualization in PowerPoint will help accelerate your career because it positions you as someone who can present data that drives business decisions forward. think-cell's PowerPoint Best Practices eBook was created specifically for professionals aiming to master the art and science of data-driven storytelling. What’s inside: Practical Insights: Uncover valuable tips for crafting engaging and persuasive presentations.