Fpanda Club

JANUARY 23, 2025

Detailed workforce planning and head count analysis Hiring, onboarding, and managing personnel are typically the responsibility of human resources departments, rather than FP&A. However, when these skills are underdeveloped within the team, FP&A may fail to demonstrate its value as a strategic partner.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) 130

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) Prioritization Forecasting 130

CFO Thought Leader

NOVEMBER 3, 2024

In this episode of “Planning Aces,” finance leaders explore the evolving role of FP&A as a strategic partner emphasizing the importance of reliable data in aligning decision-making and resetting priorities. Without constraints, planning becomes unrealistic and wasteful.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) 52

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Strategic Planning CFO Education 52

CFO Plans

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Enhance Your Business Efficiency Now to prioritize personal well-being and leadership, ultimately preventing burnout and enhancing quality of life. Enhance Financial Strategies with Comprehensive CFO Solutions Strategic CFO services are essential for entrepreneurs aiming to enhance their financial wellness strategies.

Accounting 52

Accounting CFO Leadership Prioritization 52

CFO Thought Leader

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

The culture emphasized being an integral part of the senior leadership team and driving change. Along the way, Wallach says GE’s culture exposed her to the personal attributes that would become increasingly critical as she advanced into leadership positions. “Do you have personal edge? Can you make the tough calls?

Leadership 52

Leadership Technology CFO Finance 52

CFO Leadership

AUGUST 12, 2021

The CFO Leadership Council proudly highlights our very first ten Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Ascend Honorees! The Ascend program is an opportunity for Senior Finance Executives from underrepresented groups to join The CFO Leadership Council. Meet Our First 10 Ascend Honorees. Joy Harper, Cloud Finance, Google.

Leadership 98

Leadership CFO Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Finance 98

Jedox Finance

JANUARY 12, 2022

The answer to these questions and more: a solid financial plan. What is the corporate financial planning process? What is the goal of corporate financial planning? The importance of financial planning for your company. Types of corporate financial planning. Steps in the financial planning process.

Planning 138

Planning Profit and Loss Sales Investments 138

CFO Simplified

MARCH 27, 2022

This, however, does not necessarily mean that strategic planning is off the table. A proactive way for business owners to mitigate their risk is through contingency planning. So, what is contingency planning, and what is a CFO’s role in creating this strategy? What is Contingency Planning? The benefit?

CFO 98

CFO Planning Risk Management Prioritization 98

CFO Thought Leader

DECEMBER 3, 2024

His career journey, spanning roles in pricing and market dynamics to strategic planning at BlackRock, shaped his approach to finance leadership. These milestones underscore Nagy’s ability to address immediate financial challenges while positioning organizations for longer-term opportunities.

CFO 52

CFO Strategic Planning Prioritization Leadership 52

CFO Thought Leader

JANUARY 5, 2025

In our latest Planning Aces episode, Jack Sweeney teams with performance management guru Brett Knowles to spotlight three finance leaders tackling one of businesss most critical challenges: aligning sales, operations, and finance around a common goal.

CFO 52

CFO Strategic Planning Finance Corporate Finance 52

Future CFO

OCTOBER 27, 2024

At the forefront of this situation, the archipelago's chief financial officers and finance leaders are expected to be sustainability champions, integrating ESG factors into their financial planning and reporting processes. Sustainable goals often involve investing in new technology processes or even entering a new market.

CFO 98

CFO Communication Strategic Planning Economics 98

The Charity CFO

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Integrating Data into Strategic Planning Drew advises nonprofits to go beyond generic strategic planning goals and use data to set ambitious targets for addressing core issues in their field. This requires educating board members and other stakeholders about the nuances of the problem area.

Nonprofit 52

Nonprofit Strategic Planning Problem Solving Education 52

CFO Simplified

APRIL 15, 2024

Are you missing Strategic Planning? Let’s quickly get through the first three items in any strategic plan. Financial Planning: Develop a robust financial plan. That plan will include not just looking at the future, but also planning for the present. Here’s a quick review.

Strategic Planning 52

Strategic Planning Planning Leadership CFO 52

VCFO

JUNE 1, 2022

Outsourcing HR – 8 Benefits of Virtual or Fractional HR Leadership. To bridge this gap, organizations are calling on fractional HR leadership. Here, we look at eight benefits that fractional HR leadership provides to a wide range of businesses. Fractional HR Leadership Moves Businesses Forward.

Leadership 77

Leadership Compliance Planning Strategic Planning 77

E78 Partners

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Achieving this requires a comprehensive approach encompassing strategic alignment, leadership integration, operational efficiencies, and financial optimization. Integration should be planned, starting even before the deal closes.

Leadership 52

Leadership Leverage Strategic Planning Investments 52

Centage

AUGUST 15, 2022

In the current economic climate, proper financial planning and management are more essential than ever before. With that in mind, many businesses are turning to budgeting and planning drivers as a way of obtaining more accurate information. Managers can then run scenarios with the drivers to improve long-term strategic planning.

Budgeting 105

Budgeting Planning Forecasting GAAP 105

Centage

APRIL 24, 2023

The Shift to Modern FP&A Unprecedented cost pressures, along with regulatory and reimbursement issues and diverse revenue sources, all add complexity to the budgeting and planning process for healthcare organizations. With a modern solution, you’ll have a better, more strategic and accurate view of your financial health and performance.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) 98

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Healthcare Forecasting Planning 98

CFO News

DECEMBER 16, 2024

As businesses gear up for 2025, TCI Group CFO Ashish Tiwari outlines the evolving role of CFOs, emphasising strategic planning, risk management, and technological proficiency as essential skills for future leadership.

Strategic Planning 40

Strategic Planning Risk Management Planning Leadership 40

CFO Talks

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Members’ Profile: Jean-Claude Marais In this edition of CFO Club Africa’s Members Spotlight, we are introducing Jean Claude Marais, a seasoned finance professional whose career reflects a blend of expertise, ambition, and leadership. Maintaining clear boundaries and strategic planning are essential to my approach.

CFO 52

CFO Corporate Finance Auditing Leadership 52

CFO Thought Leader

APRIL 17, 2023

Halpin: The one that sticks with me was in 2017, they asked me to become Chief Strategy Officer and build a long term strategic plan at the NFL. And it was a recognition that, you know, the media landscape was changing so much social media was impacting every part of our business, for the good and the bad.

Strategic Planning 52

Strategic Planning CFO Planning Prioritization 52

CFO Selections

MARCH 4, 2024

A decision tree is a critical part of strategic planning because it allows decision makers to analyze the effects of a significant change throughout different areas of the business. For decision trees with complicated calculations, a software program can assign values and probabilities to streamline decision-making.

Planning 86

Planning Data Analysis Strategic Planning Forecasting 86

Planful

JUNE 17, 2021

But not every CFO thrives in the strategic planning side of their role. ” A McKinsey survey also indicates a gap between “the leadership that CFOs currently demonstrate and what other business leaders expect of them.” Many finance leaders confuse financial planning with strategic planning.

Strategic Planning 40

Strategic Planning Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Planning CFO 40

Jedox Finance

JUNE 26, 2019

We are pleased to welcome an expert in Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), Mr. Anders Liu-Lindberg, as a guest to the Jedox blog. In a large scale survey by a global firm, CFOs named Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) a top priority to transform and derive more value. Taking action.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) 120

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) CFO Leadership Finance 120

CFO Talks

JUNE 4, 2025

On the contrary, credibility grows when a CFO can admit that performance is down, explain why, and walk stakeholders through the plan to recover. On the other hand, when they are practical, calm, and confident in their explanations, they signal leadership, not just competence. Worse, they may be viewed as hiding something.

CFO 52

CFO Compliance Communication Leadership 52

E78 Partners

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Adequate financial leadership has never been more critical to today’s market. Companies may face situations where hiring an interim CFO can provide immediate expertise and strategic direction. The Role of an Interim CFO An interim CFO must uphold financial stability and strategic guidance during change or doubt.

Leadership 52

Leadership CFO Restructuring Strategic Planning 52

E78 Partners

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Adequate financial leadership has never been more critical to today’s market. Companies may face situations where hiring an interim CFO can provide immediate expertise and strategic direction. The Role of an Interim CFO An interim CFO must uphold financial stability and strategic guidance during change or doubt.

Leadership 52

Leadership CFO Restructuring Strategic Planning 52

VCFO

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Although this time of year comes with many tactical tasks, it is important to incorporate careful planning, strategic thinking, and a sharp focus on both operational efficiency and long-term organizational success as plans are made for the coming year. If planning for the upcoming year has not started, you are a bit behind.

Strategic Planning 73

Strategic Planning Leadership Planning Compliance 73

The Charity CFO

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Importance of Cash Flow : Understanding cash flow is crucial for maintaining operational stability and planning for future growth. Strategic Planning for Expansion : Nonprofits must carefully assess their financial health before pursuing programmatic expansion to avoid creating unsustainable funding gaps.

Nonprofit 52

Nonprofit Strategic Planning CFO Budgeting 52

CFO Talks

JULY 16, 2024

Unveiling the 7th Annual CFO Africa: A Showcase of Financial Leadership and Innovation The 7th Annual CFO Africa event was a dynamic gathering of financial leaders, industry experts, and innovative thinkers. Pieter highlighted the importance of fostering collaboration and sharing best practices among CFOs globally.

Leadership 52

Leadership CFO IFRS Strategic Planning 52

Future CFO

MAY 14, 2025

Moreover, the upgraded syllabus seeks to enhance key competencies and behaviours for strategic planning while broadening its scope to include sustainability, such as green finance, environmental costing, and disclosures under IFRS S1/S, as well as other financial technologies like Generative Artificial Intelligence.

Finance 52

Finance IFRS Problem Solving Strategic Planning 52

CFO Talks

APRIL 17, 2025

A new cloud ERP, an AI-powered planning tool, or a clever dashboard only deliver value if they help the business make better decisions faster. By embedding scenario planning, sensitivity testing, and risk scoring into strategic planning processes, CFOs bring clarity and discipline to uncertain environments.

CFO 52

CFO Compliance Finance Forecasting 52

Future CFO

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Chan views her role as more than just financial management; she collaborates on strategic planning to ensure that SMU remains competitive in the educational sector. "My Chan revealed that "about 25% of our membership are in top leadership roles, including C-suite and board positions. " million for top positions.

Accounting 64

Accounting Education CFO Finance 64

CFO Talks

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

She is driven to deepen her expertise in digitalization, AI, and machine learning , applying them to improve financial wellness and business efficiency and aims for international leadership roles that contribute to the economic development of Africa and values cross-disciplinary collaborations for impactful projects.

CFO 52

CFO Leadership Problem Solving Communication 52

CFO Leadership

DECEMBER 12, 2022

The level of uncertainty and velocity of change in today’s global marketplace continues to produce an array of potential risks that can disrupt an organization’s business model and strategic plan on very short notice. Setting the Finance Function Up for Success in 2023 first appeared on CFO Leadership.

Finance 98

Finance Leadership Strategic Planning CFO 98

Future CFO

MAY 26, 2024

The majority of my time is spent on three main areas: market and customer-facing activities, company leadership and strategy, and maintaining our financial stability, shareholder management, and market position. Through this synergy, we shape our future more confidently and create a positive impact on the business and beyond.

Leadership 98

Leadership Strategic Planning Forecasting CFO 98

Focus CFO

DECEMBER 6, 2021

Some business owners downplay the complexity of Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) and mistakenly task their accounting team with this crucial function, or hope their CPA firm can be of help. Turning Goals into a Strategic Plan. A long to-do list or a list of goals is not a strategic plan. By Michael Stier.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) 92

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Strategic Planning CFO Communication 92

Future CFO

DECEMBER 15, 2024

Afternoons are a mix of strategic planning sessions and deep dives into emerging technologies, particularly Generative AI. This allows CFOs and their teams to shift their focus from manual processes to higher-value activities like strategic planning and risk management. Lunch is a quick but mindful break.

Strategic Planning 52

Strategic Planning Leadership Finance Risk Management 52

VCFO

MAY 30, 2024

Its figurative meaning is to plan and prepare appropriately before acting. The literal meaning emphasizes accuracy to maximize efficiency and effectiveness, while the figurative can be translated as failing to plan is planning to fail. We’ve sat in your leadership seat. Measurement can’t be haphazard, however.

Strategic Planning 91

Strategic Planning Planning Benchmarking Leadership 91