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CFOs Draft New Game Plans

Global Finance

Finance chiefs are making tough calls and learning new lessons in a stressful economic and credit landscape. But layoffs aren’t the only option.

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CFO-CIO teamwork key to IT spend results: Gartner

CFO Dive

Digital investments tend to require a high level of collaboration due to their complexity and cross-functional nature, says Gartner analyst Emily Riley.

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What is the difference between planning, budgeting and forecasting for a business?

Spreadym

Planning, budgeting and forecasting for a business are three distinct financial management tools used in business, each serving a different purpose. Key differences between planning, budgeting and forecasting for a business Here are key difference between planning, budgeting and forecasting for a business. Financial planning A plan is a strategic document that outlines the goals, objectives, and actions required to achieve a desired outcome.

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What is a Typical CFO Job Description

CFO Selections

A Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a senior executive role that manages the financial actions of a company. The CFO's duties include tracking cash flow and financial planning as well as analyzing the company's financial strengths and weaknesses and proposing corrective actions. When a company asks CFO Selections to engage in a search for a CFO, we walk through each company’s specific needs to create a customized job description.

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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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CFO Pros on the Move: May

The Finance Weekly

It appears that summer is now in full force, and as the earnings season comes to a close, CFOs can finally find a moment to unwind. Nevertheless, before we embark on our beach retreat, we have some noteworthy updates regarding recent changes in CFO positions. CFO Pros on the Move May 2023 Valerie Lightfoot | Xwell Travel health and wellness services provider Xwell appointed , Valerie Lightfoot as CFO, effective June 12.

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Black Swans, Stock Market Crashes and the Chaos Kings

The Reformed Broker

On this special episode of Live from The Compound, Scott Patterson, Financial Journalist and Wall Street Journal Reporter, joins Michael Batnick and Josh Brown to discuss Scott’s new book, Chaos Kings: How Wall Street Traders Make Billions in the New Age of Crisis. Follow Scott on: Twitter Book. The post Black Swans, Stock Market Crashes and the Chaos Kings appeared first on The Reformed Broker.

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Exploring Manufacturing ERP System Data Analytics and Reporting

Navigator SAP

Manufacturing ERP software (enterprise resource planning software) brings a plethora of advantages to organizations of all scales and sizes, from data protection to task automation and cost reduction. ERP systems offer advantages for data analytics and reporting, making them ideal for the manufacturing industry.

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Question: Is inflation dead?

Tips Watch

By David Enna, Tipswatch.com After weeks of financial gloom and omens of disaster, we finally had a “Goldilocks” week in the U.S. financial markets. For example: All is good, right?

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Job creep reroutes path to CFO seat

CFO Dive

As the path to the CFO seat branches off from the traditional accounting lane, questions about how to find — and train — the next generation of financial leaders are emerging.

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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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Ramit Sethi on Living Richly

Barry Ritholtz

 This week, we speak with entrepreneur Ramit Sethi, who is the founder and chief executive officer of the online education platform I Will Teach You to Be Rich (IWT ), which attracts more than 1 million readers a month. Sethi is also the host of the Netflix series “ How To Get Rich ,” which is based on his New York Times bestselling book “ I Will Teach You to Be Rich “; he also hosts a podcast of the same name.

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What is FDA Software Validation?

Navigator SAP

The life sciences are not like pens or bras. When a pen is manufactured incorrectly or suffers from shoddy inputs, a consumer just pulls out a different pen. When a life sciences product deviates from specs, be it a pharmaceutical or medical device, public health is affected and the defect might not even be readily observable. This reality is why life sciences companies are regulated by the Federal Drug Administration (FDA), and it is why they must follow good manufacturing practices (GMP) so th

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Accounting Fiction?

Corporate Finance

A recent article in the Wall Street Journal notes that as of May 26, 77 percent of the 485 companies in the S&P 500 that had reported earnings beat earnings, compared to the historical rate of 66 percent. What is even more surprising is that the earnings beats are 6.9 percent above expectations, compared to a 4.1 percent historical average. But accounting choices, which have been labeled as potential earnings manipulation, may be the cause.

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Down rounds could be ‘lightning rod’ for CFO action

CFO Dive

Despite their stigma, down rounds can help CFOs get the financial buffer they need to weather economic dips and set the company back on a course toward growth.

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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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Top 5 audit companies corner lion's share of mandates

CFO News

"Major listed companies opt for the top five auditors due to their strong reputation. The top auditors too prefer to work with the larger listed companies, especially in light of a few governance issues that came up in companies in the recent past as well as the regulatory actions taken against auditors," said Pranav Haldea, managing director, Prime Database Group.

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Manufacturing ERP System Process Automation: Streamlining Your Business

Navigator SAP

Dedicated manufacturing enterprise resource planning (ERP) software is becoming increasingly essential for any manufacturing business’s success. There is also a growing need for ERP software to enable process automation effectively.

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10 Monday AM Reads

Barry Ritholtz

My leaving-on-vacation , morning plane reads (see you in 10 days!): • There’s No Easy Exit for Companies Backed by PE and VC : Verdad Advisers’ Dan Rasmussen argues that rising debt costs, compressed margins, and negative cash flow make for a “pretty scary” picture of the health of private companies. ( Institutional Investor ) • Hedge Funds at War for Top Traders Dangle $120 Million Payouts : Paid sabbaticals, huge signing bonuses are among tools being used, as clients foot the bill in chase for

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Chemours Company CFO resigns

CFO Dive

The CFO swap comes days after Chemours announced it would funnel $592 million into a settlement fund aimed at resolving claims regarding hazardous “forever chemicals” contaminating U.S. water systems.

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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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Inflation target of 4% signals a long pause in rate cut cycle: Economists

CFO News

RBI’s growth projection for FY24 at 6.5% appears optimistic to economists. But the question that remains is what impact would meeting the inflation target have on the rate cut cycle? RBI’s pace of tightening monetary policy has slowed down but uncertainty remains on the future trajectory amid the global situation.

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ERP System Cost Breakdown: How Much Does it Really Cost?

Navigator SAP

More businesses and institutions are now embracing Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solutions with the aim of integrating and streamlining their workflows for improved productivity. These solutions have proved to be very useful to businesses, especially in the manufacturing sector, because they streamline the production process and ensure there’s consistency in your manufacturing activities.

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Katekani Mabasa on why South African CFOs can thrive globally

CFO Talks

Written by Staff Writer Amsterdam-based Katekani Mabasa, who is the Global M&A Senior Finance Lead at Phillips International, explained to CFO Convo why South African CFOs are suited to international success. “South Africa is one of the countries where Europe recruits quite a lot of accountants. However, they don’t necessarily perceive that South Africa also can produce great CFOs.

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Many AI early adopters struggle for success: report

CFO Dive

Only 45% of respondents said their organization’s AI investments have led to a successful business impact, a Boston Consulting Group survey found.

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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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RBI's Goldilocks moment

CFO News

However, all that is in the rear-view mirror and the RBI stands at an interesting crossroads where it can nurture the sparks of growth ignited in the last quarter. While the private capital expenditure stays subdued, green shoots are emerging and buoyant private consumption needs a helping hand.

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Scaling Business Growth with Cloud ERP Solutions: Expert Insights

Navigator SAP

Scaling Business Growth with Cloud ERP Solutions: Expert Insights Listen to the podcast here: Nestell & Associates Website | Youtube | Apple Podcasts

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208: Rosetta Tamela, Finance Manager – Business Support for Ingram South Africa (a division of Barloworld)

CFO Talks

Barloworld’s Rosetta Tamela on what makes a good leader CFO Club Podcast spoke to Rosetta Tamela, finance manager – business support for Ingram South Africa (which is a division of Barloworld) about what makes a good leader. Written by: Staff Writer During her career, Rosetta Tamela has worked at some of South Africa’s largest corporates, including RMB, Nedbank and Sasol.

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California lawmaker weighs in on FASB crypto proposal

CFO Dive

Sherman, a ranking member of the House Financial Services’ Subcommittee on Capital Markets, has sought to ban crypto — which he has called “an electronic pet rock.

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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.