Future CFO

AUGUST 16, 2020

A good financial analyst follows certain procedures and discipline This article will explain major errors made with financial modelling and how to avoid them. Accessing FutureCFO Premium Content. To access Premium content and more, please login below. Not a Premium member yet? Register now for a free account! Username or Email.

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The Finance Weekly

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

AI is , transforming the finance sector, especially in financial planning and analysis (FP&A). It facilitates advanced analytics and offers valuable insights through methods like predictive modeling and scenario analysis. Top 8 AI Uses in Finance AI/ML can enhance FP&A operations in many ways.

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CFO Simplified

DECEMBER 12, 2021

The terms “finance” and “accounting” are often used interchangeably. There are, however, very real differences between finance and accounting. While many business owners look for a CFO to bolster their existing accounting team, here at CFO Simplified, we consider that a CFO would be categorized squarely in the finance category.

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Future CFO

AUGUST 18, 2020

Building a financial model with Excel is a complex task. With so many considerations to make, you will likely make certain errors. Follow these simple rules to avoid errors. Accessing FutureCFO Premium Content. To access Premium content and more, please login below. Not a Premium member yet? Register now for a free account!

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CFO Leadership

APRIL 5, 2023

We’ve gathered a panel of CFOs and business leaders on how they succeed in bringing veterans into their organization and use finance training as the catalyst.) Even military personnel who have finance and budgeting as their job specialty aren’t practicing private sector finance principles and concepts. The contrast is stark.

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Fpanda Club

APRIL 18, 2022

FP&A team’s internal customers expect finance professionals to be more interactive and be able to communicate information and insights in the most efficient way. Imagine CFO or CEO seeing dozens of long tables filled with numbers every day, will they be happy to receive another one like this?

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Cube Software

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

Sensitivity analysis is a financial model created to determine how different sources of uncertainty can contribute to the financial model’s overall uncertainty.

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Future CFO

AUGUST 3, 2021

The pandemic gave new meaning to financial agility. It became vital as companies pivoted, recalibrated their financial models, and looked to withstand market shocks. For financial leaders, this shift in meaning created challenges. As a result, every company sought financial clarity. Source: FutureCIO-AFP, 2021.

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The Finance Weekly

JANUARY 19, 2023

The modern CFO must possess both expertise in operational and strategic finance to meet the evolving needs of business and the finance function. What is Operational Finance? Operational finance is the aspect of the finance function that deals with the daily operations and running of a business.

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Fpanda Club

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

The growing variety and complexity of tasks within the finance function has resulted in the creation of a discipline that is supposed to become a bridge between the finance and business to support decision-making process by leveraging data and technology. This relates to FP&A which stands for financial planning and analysis.

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Future CFO

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

“CFOs are telling their FP&A leaders that they need to improve flexibility of budgeting and forecasting, enable faster capital reallocation, and updated financial models to reflect rapidly changing business realities,” Pritika Bhattacharjee, vice president, research in the Gartner Finance practice, pointed out.

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FPA Insider

NOVEMBER 10, 2019

Flexibility Every company is unique, and each one has built financial models over the years that help them perform better. A company that has been holding its budget/forecast process on spreadsheets for years has built their financial IP (intellectual property) into their spreadsheets. One such platform is DataRails.

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The Finance Weekly

OCTOBER 8, 2023

To handle these challenges well, it's crucial to plan carefully and use efficient tools for managing finances. Budgeting software can greatly help by , automating financial tasks , making processes more efficient, and leading the business toward long-term success. Once your model is ready, share a link with others.

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Spreadym

OCTOBER 3, 2023

FP&A candidates typically have a background in finance, accounting, or a related field and possess a combination of skills and knowledge in financial analysis, modeling, and strategic planning. Experience: FP&A candidates may have prior experience in financial analysis, accounting, or related roles.

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Focus CFO

MAY 19, 2023

Drew is a highly adaptable, hands-on finance leader with 35 years of experience helping business leaders make key decisions. He has extensive experience building analytic frameworks, including mission critical financial models. We are pleased to announce that Drew Ward has joined the FocusCFO team in Greater Dayton.

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Centage

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Driver-based modelling allows finance teams to nimbly adjust resource allocations and fine tune financial forecasting around the core drivers of the business. Driver-based budgeting definition Driver-based budgeting/forecasting is a financial planning approach with two major components.

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VCFO

MAY 30, 2022

Jose is a senior finance professional with more than 30 years of experience in financial management roles in manufacturing and international energy ventures. Joining vcfo’s Houston market as a Consulting CFO is Jose Perez-Bello. Jose is fluent in both English and Spanish. About vcfo.

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Future CFO

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

“Ongoing uncertainty and instability will expose organisations to sudden cost surges in the coming years,” says Randeep Rathindran , distinguished vice president of research in the Gartner Finance practice. The post CFOs to face EBITDA margins challenges, Gartner says appeared first on FutureCFO.

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The Finance Weekly

OCTOBER 13, 2022

Datarails is the financial planning and analysis platform that automates data consolidation, reporting and planning, while enabling finance teams to continue using their own Excel spreadsheets and financial models. Datarails is also , The Finance Weekly’s #1 FP&A software for 2022. See open positions.

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The Finance Weekly

AUGUST 5, 2023

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) involve a range of activities, including planning, forecasting, budgeting, and analytical tasks, all of which are vital in providing essential support for a company's major business decisions and overall financial well-being.

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Fpanda Club

APRIL 11, 2021

This article explores the most common myths surrounding the financial planning and analysis function, its key activities and outputs which many FP&A stakeholders believe in. The current transformation of the finance function and FP&A processes may become the perfect time to move away from outdated beliefs and practices.

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Beacon CFO Plus

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Fractional CFOs assist in fundraising efforts by preparing financial models, investor presentations, and financial projections that attract potential investors. Scalability: As startups grow, their financial needs become more complex.

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The Finance Weekly

AUGUST 28, 2022

Excel is the canvas used by anyone in finance to create ideas, innovation and financial models,” , Didi Gurfinkel , co-founder and CEO of Datarails said. “In The art is the first to merge the burgeoning NFT art market with Excel, which is used by more than 70% of finance teams around the world.

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Beacon CFO Plus

JANUARY 30, 2024

Our expertise in financial modeling, due diligence, and strategic planning can streamline the transition process and contribute to its success. Mergers, Acquisitions, or Restructuring An outsourced CFO can play a pivotal role during any period of significant change—such as a merger, acquisition, or internal reorganization.

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Future CFO

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023

The job of managing a corporation’s cash flow typically falls to its FP&A team and its Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Corporate Finance Institute According to the Association of Finance Professionals , many of the skills that make FP&A a strategic partner to the business lead well into the skills that make the CFO a trusted advisor.

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CFO News Room

JANUARY 11, 2023

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, finance-related jobs are predicted to experience an 8% annual growth rate until at least 2030. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics , finance-related jobs are predicted to experience an 8% annual growth rate until at least 2030 – in line with other professional sectors.

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CFO Talks

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

When interest rates remain stable, CFOs can confidently plan their finances, minimising the risks associated with interest rate fluctuations. Financial Planning and Analysis: Forecasting and analysing financial trends are fundamental skills for today’s CFOs.

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CFO News Room

DECEMBER 22, 2022

Starting in late January 2023, I will be back in the classroom, teaching valuation and corporate finance to the MBAs and valuation to the undergraduates, and these classes will continue through May 2023. The class starts with a question of what the end game should be for a business (profitability, value, social good?)

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Jedox Finance

JUNE 14, 2023

As macroeconomic factors continue to disrupt the market, finance teams face mounting pressure to proactively anticipate and prepare for potential events rather than reacting to events as they unfold. Finance teams may need to apply various statistical methods, such as regression, to evaluate how relevant the data is for the model.

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CFO Talks

MARCH 14, 2024

They play a crucial role in strategic planning, risk management, and driving innovation, extending their influence far beyond the finance department. Embracing these tools can transform the finance function from a traditional cost center into a dynamic, value-adding component of the business.

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Centage

OCTOBER 17, 2022

To that end, it’s essential to have a software program that lets you create multiple versions of your budget based on different financial models. Test the impact of proposed scenarios and gain immediate insight into how your assumptions may affect your finances. Not every company has the same tolerance for risk.

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Centage

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

When departments or teams are responsible for budget adherence, it encourages them to manage finances responsibly. 5 Ways Budget vs Actuals Analysis Improves Strategic Decision-Making Budget vs actual analysis provides a snapshot of your financial performance and plays a pivotal role in shaping your strategic decisions.

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Planful

AUGUST 30, 2016

The survey was taken by roughly 250 Finance executives in North America. The key areas of focus included the mission of Finance, key Finance and enterprise performance management (EPM) initiatives, and attitudes toward cloud-based EPM solutions. MISSION OF FINANCE. Primary Mission of Finance.

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CFO Talks

MARCH 19, 2024

Let’s break down what CFOs need to do to be successful in this expanded role: Crafting and Sharing a Finance Vision A successful CFO starts with a clear finance agenda, pinpointing both immediate goals and long-term objectives.

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Spreadym

MAY 10, 2023

By simulating various scenarios, you can evaluate the potential consequences of risks and uncertainties on your finances or business operations. For example, you can assess the financial impact of economic downturn or supply chain disruption. Risk Management: What-if analysis is also useful in risk management.

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Spreadym

JUNE 27, 2023

By providing financial insights and analysis, they assist in evaluating investment opportunities, assessing the financial impact of strategic initiatives, and developing long-term financial plans. They develop financial models that simulate various scenarios and assess the outcomes on key financial metrics.

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The Finance Weekly

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

While other departments have advanced and moved towards more dynamic data presentations, finance departments are somewhat stuck in the past. FP&A analysts and financial managers must modernize their methods of presenting information to their board members in order to demonstrate their worth.

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