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Beyond the Basics: 7 Key Focus Areas for New CFOs

CFO Talks

They play a crucial role in strategic planning, risk management, and driving innovation, extending their influence far beyond the finance department. By embracing their expanded role, CFOs can not only safeguard their companies’ financial health but also chart a course for long-term success and resilience.

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What is Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)?

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FP&A is a process used by organizations to develop and manage their financial plans and make informed decisions based on financial analysis. It involves forecasting, budgeting, analyzing, and reporting financial information to support strategic planning and operational decision-making.

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3 Marketing Tools to Adopt to Become Better Finance Business Partners

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SWOT SWOT stands for the analytical tool to uncover Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats and is frequently used in strategic planning exercises. planning, reporting and analysis) are the products/services of the function. Hear: This quadrant focuses on what a user hears and how it is influencing them.