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Webinar: Top 5 Actions to Improve Cash Application and Forecasting | December 8

Strategic Treasurer

Top 5 Actions to Improve Cash Application and Forecasting. December 8 | 2:00 PM EST. Register Now. Date. Thursday, December 8, 2022. Time. 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM EST. Where. This is an online event. Speakers. Beth Bourgoin, Deluxe Craig Jeffery, Strategic Treasurer. Sponsored By. Hosted By. 1.2 CTP re-certification credits will be given for attendance to this live webinar.

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How to Rock an FP&A Career Comeback After Burnout

Collectiv

Have you been feeling burnt out lately? You’re not alone—employees across a variety of industries have experienced burnout at higher rates over the past few years. Burnout levels increased significantly during the pandemic for obvious reasons. Besides the emotional challenges we all faced, our work environments went through some serious and rapid changes. 75% have reported burnout at some point in their careers.

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Labor or Capital Driven Inflation?

Barry Ritholtz

My views on inflation continue to evolve: I was correct in identifying inflation during the mid-2000s; during the post-crash 2010s I remained appropriately skeptical about rising prices. The price dynamic during and after the pandemic appeared to be troublesome but my expectations were that inflation would be resolved relatively quickly as supply chains reopened and life returned to normal. “ Transitory ” turned out to be too optimistic, and I was wrong in my expectations for a faster decline in

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The 7 Critical Finance Software for Your Companies Tech Stack

The Finance Weekly

What is a financial tech stack? A tech stack, or a solutions stack, is the combination of technologies and software tools that an organization uses in order to conduct day to day business operations. As the number and quality of software tools increases, companies are constantly looking to find better ways to cut down on manual work and increase efficiency.

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How to Navigate Revenue and Expense Management: Competitive Insights for Financial Success

Speaker: Hilary Akhaabi, PhD - Founder, Chief Financial & Operations Officer at Go Africa Global

In the fast-paced world of corporate finance, staying ahead of the curve is crucial for sustainable growth and profitability. This exclusive webinar with leading expert Hilary Akhaabi, PhD, will teach you practical ways to navigate complex financial landscapes and enhance your company's revenue management capabilities. Whether you're aiming to refine your financial strategies or seeking innovative solutions to drive performance, this new session is for you!

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Answers with Adam: What's The Hardest Thing To Advise On?

Adam Kae

Answers with Adam: What's The Hardest Thing To Advise on? CFO Adam: So the hardest decisions I always have to advise on is when it's time to let people go. Because again, this is their livelihood. This is how they feed their family. And that's never a decision that I advise upon lightly. And I always make sure with my clients that it is the right decision.

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Top 5 Questions You Should Be Asking About ERP

Navigator SAP

All large businesses use enterprise resource planning software (ERP), as do many smaller ones. But unlike basic small business software, ERP is complex and often confusing for businesses that are approaching it for the first time. With that in mind, here are the basics of ERP answered in five questions. 1. What is ERP? ERP helps manage, integrate, and organize all data and business processes, from ordering, production, finance, procurement, human resources, and distribution to the supply chain,

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It's Bobby Bonilla (Edwin Diaz) Day!

Corporate Finance

The New York Mets famously deferred $5.9 million in salary payable to Bobby Bonilla in 2000, instead paying the former $1.2 million per year from 2011 through 2035. Now, the Amazing Mets are at it again. The team just signed a deal with relief pitcher Edwin Diaz that was announced as a five-year, $102 million contract. Under the terms of the contract, the team will defer $5.5 million per year in 2023, 2024, and 2025, then $5 million per year in 2026 and 2027.

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Anna Zhirnova, Group FP&A Manager, Jones Knowles Ritchie

CFO News Room

One of the biggest challenges for finance, says Anna Zhirnova, Group FP&A Manager at independent creative agency Jones Knowles Ritchie, is balancing the day-to-day needs of the finance function with finding the time to develop something new and innovative. . This balancing act was brought into sharp focus during the Covid-19 pandemic, when countries across the globe were in lockdown around the same time. .

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Most CFOs geared up to freeze hiring, survey finds

CFO Dive

As an increasing number of economists forecast a recession, financial leaders are contemplating hiring freezes, even as businesses describe their teams as "understaffed.

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How To Streamline Finance Operations Through Automation

Speaker: Claire Grosjean

In today’s fast-paced business environment, finance professionals are under increasing pressure to optimize operations and drive strategic value. As a result, automation has become a core part of business strategy, offering unprecedented opportunities to streamline operations and drive efficiency. Join esteemed global finance and operations executive, Claire Grosjean, for a comprehensive guide on how to harness automation’s power through strategic collaboration with functional leaders.

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Best ERP for Biotechnology

Navigator SAP

Biotechnology companies have an enormous impact on the improvement of healthcare, but they face many challenges. They must comply with strict government regulations, adapt to rapid technological advancements, and contend with volatile market forces.

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Furniture Hedging

Corporate Finance

Although many people may not consider sports gambling as a hedge, and it a straight bet, it is not a hedge, a Houston furniture store owner successfully used sports betting as a hedge. Jim McIngvale offered purchasers of more than $3,000 in furniture their money back if the Houston Astros win the World Series. When the Astros won the World Series Saturday, McIngvale was obligated to pay these customers back.

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Musings on Markets: META Lesson 2: Accounting Inconsistencies and Consequences

CFO News Room

In my last post, I used Facebook’s recent troubles to talk about the importance of corporate governance, and how we, as investors, have abandoned the power to change management at many younger tech companies in return for being able to invest in young tech companies, with growth potential and well-regarded founders. In this post, I will revisit Facebook’s most recent earnings report, and argue that while it contained disappointing news on growth and profitability, the bad news was ex

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Nintex CFO on taking an ‘outcome-oriented’ approach to financial talent

CFO Dive

Taking an outcome-oriented approach can help CFOs keep hold of top talent and drive value in an uncertain economic environment.

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Empowering Business Travel: The CFOs Guide

Business travel is more than just a line item. It’s a strategic opportunity to align with your company’s goals and empower your employees. With 60% of employees dissatisfied with the ease of booking and modifying travel plans, there’s a significant opportunity to improve travel management. This one-pager explores how to transform travel into a powerful tool for organizational success.

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Comparing ERP for Biotechnology Industry

Navigator SAP

Biotechnology entails the study of living organisms and their practical applications to solve real-world challenges. The field has benefited society through innovations that address climate risk, food security, and infectious diseases—and enhance the quality of human life.

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Twitter is cigarettes

The Reformed Broker

A lot of reporters and public intellectuals were writing their obituaries for Twitter this weekend. First, we saw the revolt of the Blue Checkmarks. Then, the first inklings of an advertiser exodus. The timing of all this – on the eve of a midterm election that will determine whether or not Americans actually care about democracy – could not have been more ominous.

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Consumer Sentiment Declined in Early November

CFO News Room

The preliminary November results from the University of Michigan Surveys of Consumers show overall consumer sentiment declined in early November, holding near historically low levels (see first chart). The composite consumer sentiment decreased to 54.7 in early November, down from 59.9 in October. The index hit a record low of 50.0 in June down from 101.0 in February 2020 at the onset of the lockdown recession.

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PwC beefs up consulting with latest tech deal

CFO Dive

With Sagence, PwC’s fourth acquisition in 18 months, the Big Four firm gains expertise in AI and data science as it continues its tech buying spree.

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Top 3 Secrets to Staying Relevant with Gen Z

Speaker: Brian Muse-McKenney, Chief Revenue Officer & Matt Simester, Cards and Payments Expert

In today’s world of social media, dating apps, and remote work, businesses risk becoming irrelevant or getting "ghosted" if they fail to meet the evolving needs of Gen Z consumers. In this new webinar, Brian Muse-McKenney of Episode Six and Matt Simester of Payments Consultancy Limited will reveal key considerations banks should factor into their efforts to develop target products for the next generation of bank customers.

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Elon Musk interviewed by Ron Baron

Barry Ritholtz

Elon Musk interviewed by Ron Baron at the 29th Annual Baron Investment Conference on 4 November 2022. Ron Baron and Elon Musk CEO, Tesla Motors & CEO / CTO, SpaceX are also discussing about Twitter and Tesla Stock. Elon recently finalized Twitter deal. Also Elon Musk motivation and what motivates Elon are being discussed. The post Elon Musk interviewed by Ron Baron appeared first on The Big Picture.

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This Week On TRB

The Reformed Broker

Just wanted to start by saying thanks to everyone who made a donation to our Long Island Cares food drive for Thanksgiving. The money really goes a long way, we’re going to be making a big difference in the lives of people who need help this holiday season. We shattered the goal dollar-wise and I’m hoping to see a few hundred donated meals this weekend at our drop.

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Walgreens, Coinbase, Duolingo, Ralph Lauren

CFO News Room

A Walgreens store is seen on August 07, 2019 in Miami, Florida. Joe Raedle | Getty Images. Check out the companies making headlines in midday trading. Doximity – The online platform for medical professionals skyrocketed more than 27% after the company reported better-than-expected quarterly results. Doximity also announced a new share repurchase program.

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Tyson Foods’ apparent inaction on CFO arrest draws fire

CFO Dive

The CFO of Tyson Foods said he was “embarrassed” after his arrest on public intoxication and criminal trespassing charges, but the future of his role is unclear.

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Breaking New Ground: Managing Innovation Fatigue With Effective Automation

Speaker: Gary Dmitriev

Our upcoming webinar aims to demystify the process of selecting and implementing automation tools for financial institutes. This session will provide your roadmap for vetting potential solutions, focusing on due diligence, vendor assessments, and aligning technology with strategic goals. We’ll also address the critical issue of innovation fatigue, offering tips on maintaining enthusiasm and momentum for new initiatives.

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MiB: Edward Chancellor on the Real Story of Interest 

Barry Ritholtz

This week, we speak with financial historian Edward Chancellor. He is currently a columnist for Reuters Breakingviews and an occasional contributor to the Wall Street Journal and MoneyWeek. In 2008, he received the George Polk Award for financial reporting. Chancellor is the author of “ Devil Take the Hindmost: A History of Financial Speculation.” His new book “ The Price of Time: The Real Story of Interest ” is a nominee for FT’s 2022 Business Book of the Year.

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Short-term I Bond investors: Be patient with your exit strategy

Tips Watch

By David Enna, Tipswatch.com Even before I Bond investors crashed the TreasuryDirect website in late October, many financial journalists were pondering this question: “How fast can you get out of I Bonds?

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Economic Growth Doesn’t Cause Inflation. Here’s Why

CFO News Room

Is economic growth inflationary? Many economic and political commentators think so. Nick Timiraos of the Wall Street Journal , for example, writes that “easier financial conditions [loose monetary policy] stimulate spending and economic growth.” Some monetary policymakers agree. Mr. Timiraos later describes the views of a Fed official who “prefer[ed] to find a rate level that restricted economic growth enough to lower inflation.”.

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Ammo settles CFO, board dispute

CFO Dive

The ammunition manufacturer will increase the size of its board and end its investigation into the previously suspended executives under the terms of a settlement.

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Secure SaaS Success: Embedded Finance as a Competitive Advantage

Speaker: Ian Hillis, SVP of Growth at Payrix and Worldpay for Platforms

Join us for an exclusive webinar hosted by Ian Hillis, SVP of Growth at Payrix and Worldpay for Platforms, where he’ll explore the significant impact of embedded finance on the software industry! This session is designed to provide you with the strategic insights needed to navigate the future of SaaS successfully, all while gaining a deeper understanding of how these trends can enhance your competitive edge, boost revenue, and deepen customer loyalty.