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AI opportunities for the future in finance

Future CFO

A survey in accountancy and finance on current workplace and career challenges conducted by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) reveals what's happening at work right now for accountants and finance professionals. In this video, Jamie Lyon , Head of Skills, Sectors and Technology at ACCA, and survey participant M. Subash – Director finance at DELL Technologies in India discuss the AI opportunities for the future in finance.

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What Does a Nonprofit CFO Do?

CFO Selections

Our team is used to discussing what’s included in a CFO’s job description. But this type of conversation usually centers around the commonalities that unite all CFO roles, not the nuanced differences for a specific industry or type of organization. But when talking about what a CFO for a nonprofit does, there are some unique elements to the role that are important to understand.

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976: A Troubleshooter’s Guide to Financial Leadership | Craig Wert, CFO, Jobber

CFO Thought Leader

Lessons from Craig Wert’s finance career reveal the power of adaptability, problem-solving skills, and the ability to seize opportunities in unexpected places. Having started his career without a clear road map to the future, Wert later found that his liberal arts background and early experiences in investment banking had laid a good foundation for a career that might have led in any number of directions.

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All-Time Highs Are Historically Bullish

Barry Ritholtz

A quick note to answer this question: What happens after markets make a new all-time high (after a year w/o one)? Check out the table above, via Warren Pies. He spoke with Batnick and Josh earlier this month. Going back to 1954, markets are always higher one year later – the only exception was 2007. That was after housing had peaked, subprime mortgages were defaulting, and the great financial crisis was about to start.

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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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5 Shocking Ways Outsourced Accounting Saves You Money!

CFO Network

5 Shocking Ways Outsourced Accounting Saves You Money! Efficiency and cost-effectiveness are crucial to staying competitive in the fast-paced business world. One area where many businesses can optimize their operations and cut costs is accounting. Outsourced accounting has emerged as a game-changer for businesses of all sizes. This blog will explore the surprising ways outsourced accounting can save money.

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How ERP Supports Lean Management Manufacturing

Navigator SAP

There are many ways to drive profitability in manufacturing, but one of the most widely used is the lean manufacturing methodology which focuses on cutting unneeded processes for a focus on what really matters for production. The use of a manufacturing execution system in resource planning, specifically an enterprise resource planning solution (ERP), helps manufacturers achieve the goals of a lean approach.

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India Inc behemoths lead private capex push, but is it enough?

CFO News

Earlier industry experts wanted the government to spend, now the gears have changed they want India Inc to spend. Large corporations have shown their commitments but India certainly needs private capex push. Here is my view.

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A Primer for finance managers to chart the sustainability journey in Asia

Future CFO

The buzzwords ESG and sustainability have been used interchangeably in news reports and government policies nowadays. Both are related concepts, but they differ significantly in scope and connection with the business operations. ESG refers to frameworks that are used to direct a firm’s resource allocation as well as evaluate its performance and impact in environmental, social, and governance areas.

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SEC charges husband for insider trading on wife’s deal-making for BP

CFO Dive

A Houston resident overheard merger negotiations by his wife, a former BP employee, and engaged in insider trading, the SEC alleged.

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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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2024 Aston Martin Vantage

Barry Ritholtz

Over the past few years, my automotive focus has been drawn from achingly beautiful classic cars , toward something newer: Hybrids, EVs, and assorted new technologies. I like to keep current, and that means tracking recent trends and developments in the automotive industry. But when the most beautiful car I have seen in decades comes along — and has a beastly 656+ HP — well, I revert to my default petrolhead status and drool something that sounds like arghgeghh … The photos are

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India on track to become $35 trillion, fully developed economy by 2047: Goyal

CFO News

Goyal hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s relentless pursuit of twin tracks - strengthening the macroeconomic fundamentals of India to prepare the country for the future and focus on the welfare of the poor pertaining to food, healthcare and education.

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30-year TIPS auction gets real yield of 2.20%, highest in 14 years

Tips Watch

By David Enna, Tipswatch.com The Treasury’s auction of a new 30-year Treasury Inflation-Protected Security — CUSIP 912810TY4 — generated a real yield to maturity of 2.20%, the highest for this term at auction since February 2010.

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More than half of accountants make several errors each month: Gartner

CFO Dive

Accountants with excessive workloads tend to err through manual mistakes, lax review of records or misinterpretation of data, Gartner said.

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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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Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (February 24-25)

Nerd's Eye View

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that while both the total number of RIAs and advisor headcount have seen significant gains in recent years, client assets remain concentrated among the largest firms, according to data from Cerulli Associates, with the 7% of RIAs with at least $1 billion of AUM managing 71% of total RIA assets.

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Sebi uncovers $241 million accounting issue at Zee

CFO News

As part of its investigation into the Zee founders, the Securities and Exchange Board of India, or Sebi, found that about 20 billion rupees ($241 million) may have been diverted from the company, said people familiar with the matter who did not want to be identified as the information is not public yet. That’s roughly ten times more than initially estimated by Sebi investigators, the people said.

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For the right investor, this week’s 30-year TIPS auction looks attractive

Tips Watch

Caution: Consider carefully the long term and high volatility. By David Enna, Tipswatch.com The U.S. Treasury on Thursday will offer at auction $9 billion in a new 30-year Treasury Inflation-Protected Security.

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Lufthansa CFO to step down amid board reshuffle

CFO Dive

The airline is overhauling its executive leadership team in the face of repeated labor strikes by its ground staff in its home country of Germany.

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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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MiB: Andrew Slimmon, Morgan Stanley Investment Management

Barry Ritholtz

 This week, we speak with Andrew Slimmon , managing director at Morgan Stanley Investment Management , where he leads the Applied Equity Advisors team. He is also the lead senior portfolio manager on all long equity strategies for the applied equity advisors team, as well as a member of the Morgan Stanley Wealth Management Global Investment Committee.

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Bandhan Bank appoints Rajeev Mantri as CFO

CFO News

Mantri, previously CFO at Citi India for three years, brings 25 years of banking experience to his new role as CFO at Bandhan Bank.

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Highlights From The 2024 T3 Advisor Conference

Nerd's Eye View

The 2024 Technology Tools for Today (T3) Advisor Conference, held last month in Las Vegas, Nevada, featured a large gathering of financial advisors and representatives from across the fintech industry. Hosted by Joel Bruckenstein and his team from T3 Consulting, the conference focused heavily on the relationship between financial advice and its accompanying fintech, covering everything from how AI and other tech developments are changing the advisor landscape in unprecedented ways to the importa

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‘Maverick’ SaaS spending by workers can waste millions: Vertice

CFO Dive

A company with more than 2,000 employees wasted, on average, as much as $4.3 million on underutilized SaaS licenses in 2023.

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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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10 Weekend Reads

Barry Ritholtz

The weekend is here! Pour yourself a mug of coffee, grab a seat outside, and get ready for our longer-form weekend reads: • NFL Succession Crisis Forces Teams to Let Private Equity In : Once treated as heirlooms, pro football franchises are now billion-dollar businesses, and a new class of investors is circling. ( Bloomberg ) • Boeing is a wake-up call : America’s businesses gambled that ‘greed is good.’ Now they’re losing that bet, big time. ( Business Insider ) • Offic

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Kotak Mahindra Bank appoints Devang Gheewalla as CFO

CFO News

Devang Gheewalla named as new CFO of Kotak Mahindra Bank, succeeding Jaimin Bhatt, effective April 1, 2024.

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FinCEN’s New 2024 Requirement For State-Registered RIAs (And Other Small Businesses) To Report Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI)

Nerd's Eye View

In 2021, Congress passed the Corporate Transparency Act, which, for the first time, required small business entities such as LLCs and corporations to report identifying information on their "beneficial owners" (i.e., those who own at least 25% of, or who otherwise exercise substantial control over the business). The law's provisions became effective on January 1, 2024, and so many small businesses – including a good number of RIA firms – will be required to submit a Beneficial Owners

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Zevia taps new CFO amid growth push

CFO Dive

The CFO swap comes as Zevia fights to bolster growth amid financial challenges and competitive demand for healthier beverages.

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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.