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Forecasting Future Fraud: Q&A With Joanne Horton Of Warwick Business School

Global Finance

Global Finance: Can you briefly describe what your model does? Weve got what we think is a rather exciting model, which we describe in a working paper, that helps forecast in advance the likelihood that a firm will go on to commit accounting fraud. We can forecast restatements with quite a high level of accuracy.

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PodChats for FutureCFO: Becoming a transformative finance leader in 2025

Future CFO

The finance function must adapt to digital disruption, integrating automation and real-time data analysis to enhance decision-making processes. This dual role necessitates a transformation in finance operations, compelling CFOs to embrace innovative solutions while fostering a culture of agility and collaboration within their teams.

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Gearing up for 2025: How finance leaders will take the reign

Future CFO

The Finance department has undergone significant scope changes as the chief financial officers take on new roles for their evolving position. 2024’s snapshot In the year that is about to end, being a finance leader in the consumer healthcare industry in Southeast Asia undeniably saw several challenges in the last couple of years.

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Forecast Like a CFO, Not a Fortune Teller 

CFO Talks

Forecast Like a CFO, Not a Fortune Teller If your forecast still fits neatly on a spreadsheet tab and assumes the world will behave, its time for a rethink. Because lets face these days, planning the future on a single-track projection is like betting the farm on a weather forecast. Not every risk deserves a forecast branch.

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Forecasting Failures Are Costly: Heres How To Fix Them

Speaker: Dave Sackett

Traditional budgeting and forecasting methods can no longer keep pace with today’s rapidly evolving business environment. Static budgets, rigid annual forecasts, and outdated financial models limit an organization’s ability to adapt to market shifts and economic uncertainty.

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The Innovators 2025: Middle East

Global Finance

Acabes empowered Omnify, Arab Bank’s embedded finance and open-banking platform, toward its official launch, leading to Omnify signing and/or going live with third-party providers. Adherence to Sharia principles fosters trust and expands the service’s reach within the Islamic finance sector.

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The Future of Finance and Sustainability with Elizabeth Burns

CFO Talks

The Future of Finance and Sustainability with Elizabeth Burns The evolving demands of sustainability and financial performance are reshaping the role of CFOs in the energy sector. Elizabeth’s approach offers practical lessons for finance leaders navigating this complex and dynamic landscape.

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Predictions You Can Rely On: How Data Drives Successful Financial Forecasting

Speaker: Robbie Bhathal, Founder & CEO, and Matthew Acalin, Head of Credit Intelligence

In today's volatile financial environment, how confident are you in your company’s financial forecasting? In this exclusive webinar, you'll learn to track the right data, forecast your cash inflows and outflows, and use strategic cash management to build a business that not only survives, but thrives! Register today!

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Doing More With Less: The Modern Finance Miracle

Speaker: Mark Gilham, FCCA, CPP

Finance used to be the function that counted, now it's the one that’s counted on. 📊 For accounting firms, controllers, and finance leaders, expectations are rising faster than headcount. We’ll break down how modern finance teams can meet these demands without breaking the bank.

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Data Talks, CFOs Listen: Why Analytics Are Key To Better Spend Management

Speaker: Claire Grosjean, Global Finance & Operations Executive

Finance teams are drowning in data—but is it actually helping them spend smarter? Key Takeaways: Data Storytelling for Finance 📢 Transforming complex financial reports into clear, actionable insights. Forecasting That Works 📈 How AI and predictive analytics can improve financial planning.

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How To Optimize Cash Flow: Your Roadmap To Resilience!

Speaker: Genevieve Hancock, CPA

Go beyond traditional forecasting models, identifying key leverage points within your organization for liquidity, even in the most challenging environments.

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Statement of Cash Flows vs. Cash Flow Statement

Speaker: Wayne Spivak - President and Chief Financial Officer of SBA * Consulting LTD, Industry Writer, and Public Speaker

Key to this new mindset is understanding the difference between the Statement of Cash Flows, a historical look at the source and uses of cash, and the Cash Flow Statement, which uses transaction history and forward-looking forecasts to predict cash levels.