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Mapping CFOs road to success

Future CFO

Being a chief financial officer (CFO) pertains not just to a career progression but the initiation of a whole new game, demanding a unique set of mindsets and practices to ensure not just immediate success but sustained value creation. It is imperative that finance leaders must understand their way towards success, not only for their role, but for the organisation as a whole.

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3 ways AI is reinventing scenario planning

CFO Dive

Manual scenario planning can no longer keep pace. Use AI for faster, driver-based modeling.

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Top 10 CFO Priorities for 2024

The Finance Weekly

As 2024 approaches, CFOs need to assess their 2023 achievements and plan for the coming year. Despite the persistent list of priorities, it changes over time. Starting with an external perspective is crucial. Analyze the current economic situation, considering challenges such as inflation and rising interest rates. The waning wave prompts speculation about a potential recession or a return to normal growth levels.

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When Does A Financial Coach Need To Register As An Investment Adviser? The “ABCS” Test To Determine Status

Nerd's Eye View

Over the past several years, the financial services industry has undergone a tremendous evolution in how financial advisers deliver and charge for their services. While commission-based models remain in use, fee-for-service models (including AUM, hourly, retainer, and subscription) have become increasingly popular. And because many service offerings have traditionally focused on areas like investments and securities recommendations, there has been little debate about the need to register as an a

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

Speaker: Nancy Wu, Head of Sales and Customer Success at SkyStem

Join us for an enlightening webinar as we delve into the transformative realm of modern accounting practices. In today's digital age, the convergence of outsourcing and automation has revolutionized how businesses manage their financial operations. In this webinar we will explore the synergistic potential of these two strategies to streamline processes, enhance accuracy, save cost and drive strategic decision-making.

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Exploring FP&A solutions: a comparative guide to Jedox alternatives

Cube Software

Understanding Jedox: pros and cons Jedox is tailored for enhancing planning, analysis, reporting, and value-creation activities across an organization. It acts as a central data source for finance, purchasing, HR, marketing, and sales, allowing organizations to aggregate interdepartmental data sources to create more accurate budgets, planning, and insights.

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Most economists put odds of recession at 50% or less: NABE

CFO Dive

A report Tuesday of declining job vacancies bolstered optimism that the labor market will cool without pushing up unemployment much beyond the 3.9% level in October.

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Let’s look at the new iBonds Defined-Maturity TIPS ETFs

Tips Watch

These new funds offer simplicity, but with some drawbacks. By David Enna, Tipswatch.com Back in late September, financial adviser/author Allan Roth sent me an email pointing out BlackRock’s new offering of 10 defined-maturity TIPS ETFs.

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The CFO's role in enhancing investor relations

Future CFO

An organisation's chief financial officer undoubtedly plays a vital role in enhancing investor relations and leading fundraising efforts, especially in the growth phase of a business. Financial leaders are often the primary contact for investors and financial institutions, responsible for communicating the company’s financial health and future prospects.

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5 focal points for future-ready CFOs

CFO Dive

Step into the future with CFOs as they navigate a rapidly transforming financial landscape, where ESG metrics take center stage, GenAI shapes business planning and CFOs grapple with intensified priorities in data security, inflation and talent management.

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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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Uniqus buys Goodera's global ESG biz, aims $20 mn revenue from acquisition by FY28

CFO News

Uniqus Consultech, a recent entrant in accounting and ESG consulting, has acquired Goodera's global ESG business, unveiling the rebranded ESG UniVerse. The strategic move aims for global ESG market leadership and a $20 million product within 5 years.

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ATM: Investing Skill vs. Luck 

Barry Ritholtz

 Investing Skill vs. Luck with Michael J. Mauboussin, Counterpoint Global (Dec 6, 2023) Is it better to be lucky or good? How much of a role does luck pay in investing? And how can you tell the difference between chance and skill? In this episode of At the Money, I speak with Michael Mauboussin. ~~~ About Michael J. Mauboussin: Michael Mauboussin is head of Consilient Research at Counterpoint Global, Morgan Stanley Investment Management.

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We believe being named a Leader means standing for innovation and customer value delivered.

Jedox Finance

I am beyond thrilled to share some exciting news. Jedox was recognized as a Leader in the Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Financial Planning Software. A Gartner Magic Quadrant is a culmination of research in a specific market, giving the reader of the research wide-angle view of the relative positions of the market’s competitors.

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Talent tops 2024 CFO risks: Protiviti

CFO Dive

Risks relating to talent shortages, inflation and generative AI remain top of mind for finance chiefs as they look forward to 2024, Protiviti’s survey found.

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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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At 56.9, India’s services sector growth drops to one-year low in November

CFO News

Despite a slowdown to a one-year low in the S&P Global India Services Purchasing Managers' Index at 56.9, the sector remains resilient, showcasing a notable surge in output and maintaining optimism for the future.

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Monthly NFPs Are Rounding Errors

Barry Ritholtz

You may have missed the most important data point in today’s Employment report. It wasn’t that Nonfarm payrolls increased by 199,000 in November, somewhat higher than expected; nor was it the unemployment rate, which fell to 3.7% in November, from 3.9% in October; nor was it that Wages continued to rise at a modest pace, with average hourly earnings up 0.6%.

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Orchestrating cohesion amid a multifaceted focus

Future CFO

“The role of the CFO has become one of the most complex and demanding in the C-suite. From financial expertise to strategic decision-making to risk and stakeholder management, successful CFOs should possess a diverse skill set to help guide companies through ever more complex business landscapes and financial and regulatory environments.” PwC With technology powering much of business innovation and transformation, PwC expects CFOs will be expected to bring together equal parts business, strategi

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Tesla CFO sells shares as Musk draws new scrutiny

CFO Dive

A spotlight is on the EV maker as investors weigh recent controversial comments from CEO Elon Musk and a lukewarm launch of its Cybertruck product.

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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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SEBI's decision to lower ZCZP bond investment opens funding doors for NPOs: Rohit Nayyar

CFO News

Rohit Nayyar, CFO of Wadhwani Foundation, applauds SEBI's transformative measures, including reducing the minimum application size for ZCZP bonds. His insights shed light on the positive impact for NPOs in fundraising and navigating evolving regulatory landscapes.

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MiB: Michael Fisch, American Securities

Barry Ritholtz

This week, we speak with Michael Fisch , CEO and co-founder of American Securities , a $27-billion dollar private equity firm. He is a managing member of the general partners of the American Securities Partners’ series of private equity funds and a member of the investment committee of AS Birch Grove. He was previously a partner in two private equity funds, a consultant in the Paris office of Bain & Co., and worked in the mergers and acquisitions department of Goldman Sachs.

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The Latest In Financial #AdvisorTech (December 2023)

Nerd's Eye View

Welcome to the December 2023 issue of the Latest News in Financial #AdvisorTech – where we look at the big news, announcements, and underlying trends and developments that are emerging in the world of technology solutions for financial advisors! This month's edition kicks off with the news that Black Diamond has announced the launch of its own CRM system, targeting advisors at mid-size firms who have data complexity and workflow needs greater than what more basic CRM options can accommodat

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Microsoft: AI tools for CFOs set to go live on Dec. 31

CFO Dive

The announcement marks the latest effort by Microsoft to stake out a dominant position in the rapidly evolving AI-enabled business applications market.

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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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21,791 fake GST registrations, suspected tax evasion of Rs 24,000 crore detected in special drive: FM

CFO News

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman revealed that GST officers have detected 21,791 fake GST registrations and identified over Rs 24,000 crore of suspected tax evasion during a recent special drive. The entities found to have fake registrations include 11,392 entities under state tax jurisdiction and 10,399 entities under CBIC jurisdiction. This significant amount of tax evasion was uncovered during the drive conducted by the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs from May 16 to July 15, 20

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10 Thursday AM Reads

Barry Ritholtz

My morning train WFH reads: • How much should it cost to sell a house? Your real estate agent may be charging too much. Why should homebuyers and sellers pay for services they neither want nor use? It’s like being forced to pay a travel agent commission when booking a flight directly online. ( USA Today ) • Signs of a Weakening Job Market, in Five Charts : Openings and quits data could give clues to the direction of hiring and the economy. ( Wall Street Journal ) see also Pay Thousands to

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Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (December 9-10)

Nerd's Eye View

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that a new study from research firm Cerulli has found that investors' willingness to pay for financial advice has risen over the last 15 years, with more investors reporting using a financial advisor (and a decreasing share considering themselves "self-directed"), in spite of the proliferation of DIY investing options in the internet era – which highlights the value that

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SEC approves new PCAOB audit confirmation standards targeting fraud

CFO Dive

Since early 2021 SEC Chair Gary Gensler has called on the PCAOB to more aggressively oversee the accounting firms that audit publicly listed companies.

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Recruit and Retain New Blue-Collar Talent

Blue-collar jobs have a branding problem. One company, GEON, partnered with Paycor to find the solution. Learn how to attract, engage, and retain blue-collar employees, helping them build meaningful careers – and support your company’s goals.