Sat.May 21, 2022 - Fri.May 27, 2022

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How one CFO used ERP to tackle COVID-19 testing

CFO Dive

Updating Impact Health’s manual finance systems as demand for testing soared felt like “building a 747 in the air,” CFO Jennifer Herdler said.

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What is GMP Manufacturing and is it Required for Life Sciences

Navigator SAP

There’s an element of consumer trust when it comes to the consumption of food or medicine. Usually, consumers cannot detect if a drug they’ve purchased has been manufactured correctly, or if it contains what has been advertised. Without some form of government oversight, this can become a problem. With that in mind, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has established Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) rules for businesses in the food manufacturing and life sciences industries that help en

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Authorized Shares vs. Outstanding Shares

CFO News Room

Authorized Shares vs. Outstanding Shares: An Overview. Understanding stock market terminology allows investors to make appropriate, intelligent decisions. As it relates to company stocks, knowing the difference between authorized shares and outstanding shares is relevant in accurately calculating important ratios that speak to the financial stability of a company.

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Tell Me a Story: Aswath Damodaran on Valuing Young Companies

CFA Institute

"You don't have to be right to make money [valuing companies]," Aswath Damodaran says. "You just have to be less wrong than everybody else.”.

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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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SoftBank CFO advises automation over bloated finance teams

CFO Dive

Leaning on automation can help companies free up key resources and keep team sizes small, allowing CFOs to think more strategically about periods of accelerating growth, says Navneet Govil, CFO of SoftBank Investment Advisors.

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PodChats for FutureCFO: Why intercompany accounting is crucial for post-merger success

Future CFO

Large companies typically have subsidiary businesses that sell to each other. The idea is to build the capability to deliver a vertical stack of services and expertise, and essentially, keep the money in the group. The problem is that most subsidiary businesses have enough independence to decide on what tools and technologies they can use to support their business.

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Building a CAPM That Works: What It Means for Today’s Markets

CFA Institute

The capital asset pricing model (CAPM) is a marvel of economic scholarship. The problem is that it doesn’t always work in practice. So, we fixed it.

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SEC charges BNY Mellon unit with making false ESG statements

CFO Dive

The SEC has stepped up its efforts to ensure companies accurately report their adherence to sustainability best practices.

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Joe Maxwell Would Emphasize the Importance of Regulatory Compliance

FISPAN

Joe Maxwell, Managing Director at FINTOP Capital sat down with Clayton Weir to discuss the currents of change in financial services, ERP movement to the cloud and how banks can enable digital transformation. Hear the full episode of If I Ran The Bank podcast through Apple Podcasts , Spotify , Google Podcasts , Amazon Music , or by visiting the If I Ran The Bank website.

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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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Great resignation is here to stay

Future CFO

The Great Resignation will be here to stay as one in five workers say they are likely to switch to a new employer in the next 12 months, said PwC recently when releasing results of a survey 52,195 workers in 44 countries and territories. . Survey highlights 35% are planning to ask their employer for more money in the next 12 months. Pressure on pay is highest in the tech sector where 44% of workers surveyed plan to ask for a raise and is lowest in the public sector (25%).

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The Future of Fractional CFOs

CFO Simplified

This just in! The use of traditional CFOs is on the decline. In fact, research from The Wall Street Journal shows that 37 CFOs resigned from S&P 500 companies in 2020, up 27.6% from the previous year. Why might this be? The rise of fractional CFOs is one possibility. A fractional, or part-time CFO, is a great option for businesses that don’t have an individual on staff who is qualified to serve in a CFO role or for businesses that don’t have the financial strength to hire an in-house C

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Climate-related disclosure annually costs companies $677,000 on average

CFO Dive

The Securities and Exchange Commission is pushing a climate risk disclosure rule that would require companies to budget for detailed analysis of their greenhouse gas emissions.

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Scenario Planning and Net-Zero

CFA Institute

When it comes to the net-zero transition, energy investors must consider various outcomes since the outcomes are, well, so various.

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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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Hong Kong: Work life balance for the first time more important than pay

Future CFO

Work life balance is voted the most important employee value proposition for the first time in 10 years of research in Hong Kong, said Randstad recently when releasing results of a survey. Attractive salary and benefits’ dipped two percent from 2021 to 60.2%, while work life balance is important to 60.4% of the respondents, the firm noted. The online survey was conducted in January 2022 with more than 3,000 respondents in Hong Kong, according to the firm.

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Last call: disputatio woensdag 1 juni 2022 (vereffening, soortvorming aandelen, gerechtelijke reorganisatie)

Corporate Finance Lab

Voor de studienamiddag op 1 juni e.k. te Leuven zijn op dit ogenblik meer dan 200 deelnemers ingeschreven. Dat is een mooie opkomst voor een academische oefening van bijna duizend jaar oud, waarbij zes doctores drie vragen telkens een uur lang fileren. Omdat vele deelnemers via livestream volgen is het mogelijk alsnog in te schrijven (EUR 75 met koffiepauze en receptie).

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Finance is a team sport: 4 ways finance leaders can collaborate to deliver insights

CFO Dive

In this article, learn more about how you can turn your finance operation into a high-performing team that drives more value across the organization.

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Compensation Strategy

VCFO

The Role of Compensation Strategy in Attracting and Retaining Employees. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that job openings in the United States reached an all-time high of 11.5 million in March. This translates to roughly two job openings for every unemployed citizen and an environment where employees are leaving their employers more than ever to pursue higher pay and better working conditions.

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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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EY considers global audit spinoff

Future CFO

EY is considering a global audit spinoff amid growing regulatory pressure, according to media reports. EY and other Big Four accounting firms — PwC, Deloitte, and KPMG — have long been slammed for their lack of independence in their auditing of company accounts from which they also generate income with consulting, tax, and advisory services. According to media reports, EY’s CEO Carmine Di Sibio said in a memo that no decisions have been made regarding to the audit spinoff.

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Shareholder activism in Belgium: boon or curse for sustainable value creation? 9 June 2022

Corporate Finance Lab

Activisten, zo wil het dominerende verhaal, hebben geen positieve naam (zie over het belang van “the narrative” , M. J. Roe en R. Shapira, “The Power of the Narrative in Corporate Law Making”, Harvard Business Law Review 2021, 237-278). Ze zijn uit op snelle winsten en maken het leven van bestuurders zuur. Een andere visie luidt dat activisten tekortkomingen (en soms meer dan dat) in het ondernemingsbeleid blootleggen en zo waarde creëren voor alle aandeelhouders.

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Is regulation shifting how CFOs should think about digital assets?

CFO Dive

Regulators have been prompted to take a closer look at cryptocurrency as several digital assets have plummeted in value.

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Why is Board Room Software Important for Business Development?

Financial Analyst Insider

The virtual boardroom is special software that helps effectively manage the board of directors. With its help, you can improve the workflow at all stages: The post Why is Board Room Software Important for Business Development? appeared first on Financial Analyst Insider.

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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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The fundamentals of IFRS 16

Future CFO

Financial reporting specialist and lecturer Adam Deller explains the basic principles of IFRS 16, Leases. The post The fundamentals of IFRS 16 appeared first on FutureCFO.

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Business Risk Analysis

The CFO Centre

Business risk analysis is an essential part of the planning process. It reveals all the hidden hazards, which occupy the business owner’s mind on a subconscious level but which have not been carefully considered and documented on a conscious level. Conducting and regularly reviewing business risk analysis brings huge benefits to a company. In this […].

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Compliance costs to surge, straining tight budgets: Accenture

CFO Dive

Many compliance executives lack the funding needed to contain an expanding range of risks, Accenture found in a survey.

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ARR vs. EBITDA: Which is the Best SaaS Valuation Method?

Driven Insights

Valuing SaaS companies is complicated. Every business is unique, every deal is nuanced, and markets are constantly evolving. With so many factors involved, it’s no wonder that buyers, investors, and sellers often arrive at very different numbers. And, it’s no surprise that questions abound.

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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.