CFO News Room

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

In my first two posts on Facebook, I noted that its most recent earnings report, and the market reaction to it, offers an opportunity for us to talk about bigger issues. In the second post, I pointed to inconsistencies in how accountants classify operating, capital and financing expenses , and the consequences for reported accounting numbers.

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Marketing Valuation Advertising Numbers 130

The Finance Weekly

DECEMBER 2, 2024

When you’re making small-talk with someone who isn’t in finance or accounting about how work is going, and they answer with “busy,” do you ever question how hard it really is? They have a five person accounting team who spend an unwieldy amount of time dumping data from NetSuite into Excel. All involving Excel data manipulation.

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The CFO College

AUGUST 31, 2021

If company owners don’t have a realistic view of their financials and are not set up for capital raising, reports, and tax prep, their dream may fade away before they ever get a chance to open their doors. As an accountant or bookkeeper, you can help prevent startups from going under or losing profitability.

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Startups Accounting General Ledger Forecasting 81

The Finance Weekly

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

With global economies bracing for uncertainty in 2025 , financial teams are under pressure to adapt faster than ever. Political shifts, rising inflation, and unpredictable market trends are forcing businesses to rethink their financial planning strategies.

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CFO Plans

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Consider a financial services company that managed to scale its operations by prioritizing cash flow optimization. By employing advanced forecasting tools and real-time financial reporting, they maintained a healthy cash reserve, allowing them to invest in new markets and technologies confidently.

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Future CFO

JUNE 24, 2024

The basic concepts I always hold on to when it comes to financial statement analysis are as follows: The financial statements should tell the story of the period. The budget and forecast should reflect the Company’s plans, visions, expectations and educated guesses on the market trends. Yes and No. No coding is required.

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Auditing Financial Analysis Forecasting Reconciliations 111

CFO Talks

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Accountability is another key component. The AFE lays out clear lines of responsibility, documenting who approved what and ensuring departments are held accountable for financial decisions. The AFE is also integral to project cost control, ensuring costs are coded correctly and tracked daily.

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Finance Profit and Loss CFO Leadership 98

Fpanda Club

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

This is true in all possible economic situations: in times of growth FP&A participates in setting business objectives, analyzing options of growth, assessing market opportunities and risks, while in times of recession FP&A can contribute to corrective action plans, cost-cutting and other initiatives to preserve company’s financial health.

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Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Corporate Finance Communication Forecasting 130

CFO Leadership

APRIL 5, 2023

For transitioning veterans, a foundational understanding of Finance and Accounting is a gap that must be closed. Chamberlain helps veterans address this crucial technical skill through financial modeling certifications. Most veterans’ Excel knowledge is limited to pivot tables and V-lookups.

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CFO Thought Leader

OCTOBER 15, 2024

” Only a year or two earlier, Pineda had been among the young urban professionals populating the bustling Philippine offices of accounting house KPMG. Pineda: Our mission is to deliver to our worldwide clients world-class professional finance and accounting services. We have multiple offices in the U.S.

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CFO Talks

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Thobile’s passion for finance sparked in high school with her love for mathematics and the challenge of balancing financial statements. This interest solidified during her BCom studies, where she found satisfaction in analyzing financial statements and market trends.

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Bramasol

APRIL 15, 2024

Scenario One - Insights to Action It's important to remember that traditional AI has actually been used in business for decades, in the form of machine learning, chatbots, predictive analytics, personalized marketing, etc. to drive financial models.

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SAP Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Compliance Reconciliations 83

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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Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Financial Analysis Financial Modeling Budgeting 59

BlueLight

AUGUST 21, 2020

Their expertise ranged from seed stage start-ups, where the CEO also served as the in-house finance leader, to growth stage companies where an in-house CFO monitored the entity’s current and future financial health. While at PWC I started writing business plans and creating financial models for startups. Accounting ?—?Many

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Planning Startups Marketing CFO 52

E78 Partners

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

It’s about creating a financial roadmap that not only meets immediate operational needs but also aligns with the long-term vision for growth and profitability. Key Components of an Effective Budget Planning Process An effective budget planning process requires comprehensive planning, detailed financial modeling, and continuous monitoring.

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PYMNTS

SEPTEMBER 7, 2018

For middle-market companies, the need for outsourcing is pressing. Most companies surveyed by KPMG in a 2014 research report said their outsourcing activities would increase, while 62 percent said they would take a hybrid services model approach that incorporates outsourcing and shared services.

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B2B Marketing Communication Compliance 40

Centage

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Did changes in market conditions cause it? Negative variances may signal that there isn’t as much demand for your product or service, more competitors have entered your market, or your pricing was too high for the market. This process involves financial modeling of different outcomes based on various assumptions.

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Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Budgeting Forecasting Performance Measuring 105

Fpanda Club

APRIL 11, 2021

Whether in a startup or in a well-known corporation, it is hard for FP&A practitioners to avoid building financial models of these 3 basic financial statements. In this case financial models and scenarios can be simplified based on the trade-off between details/level of accuracy and speed. HOW TO DEAL WITH.

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Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Forecasting Budgeting Financial Modeling 130

VCFO

MAY 30, 2022

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

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CFO Auditing Financial Modeling Leadership 52

E78 Partners

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

It’s about creating a financial roadmap that not only meets immediate operational needs but also aligns with the long-term vision for growth and profitability. Key Components of an Effective Budget Planning Process An effective budget planning process requires comprehensive planning, detailed financial modeling, and continuous monitoring.

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Budgeting Planning Financial Modeling Forecasting 52

Centage

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

When it comes to business budgeting and planning, traditional spreadsheets are labor-intensive, prone to errors, and static, so it can be difficult to get a clear view on your current and future financial position. With the fast pace of business change, CFOs need accurate financial information to make informed decisions on the fly.

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Budgeting General Ledger Data Analysis Financial Data 96

The Finance Weekly

OCTOBER 8, 2023

Today, small businesses can use software to enter their income and expenses, , set financial goals , and monitor their progress instantly. Some software can even integrate with accounting systems to further streamline financial management. Plus, you can dive deep into your reports right from your spreadsheet.

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Musings on Markets

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Pre-game Prep If there is a lesson be learnt from the last few years of market mayhem, it is that far too many investors, professional as well as retail, seem to have lost their moorings (or never had them in the first place), when it comes to the basics of accounting, finance and statistics.

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Valuation Corporate Finance Finance Financial Analysis 99

Musings on Markets

AUGUST 28, 2024

It seems like a lifetime has passed since artificial intelligence (AI) became the market's biggest mover, but Open AI introduced the world to ChatGPT on November 30, 2022. There is a good reason why ETFs have taken away market share from fund managers.

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Valuation Construction Investments Numbers 137

Jedox Finance

SEPTEMBER 10, 2020

This allows CFOs to stay laser-focused on triggers and initiatives that account for most of their business value. For dynamic forecasting to work effectively, CFOs need a scenario and modeling platform that supports real-time data updates. It combines financial data, customer, and sales data with operational data at scale.

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CFO Forecasting Budgeting Financial Modeling 69

The Finance Weekly

JULY 19, 2022

That's why we've put together this list of the best FP&A tools on the market, including what each one is, how it can benefit you, and where you can find it. FP&A teams are responsible for transforming this knowledge into the groundwork for long-term financial growth, stability, and success for the organization.

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CFO Thought Leader

MAY 8, 2024

Here, in the crucible of intense market dynamics, Herman cut his teeth on complex financial models, where the rigor of long hours refined his capacity to handle pressure and complexity—a foundational skill for any leader. CFOTL: Tell us about Dwolla … what does this company do, and what are its offerings today?

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E78 Partners

AUGUST 15, 2023

In the dynamic landscape of modern business, Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) has evolved from a conventional accounting function to a strategic partner that steers organizations towards growth, profitability, and free cash flow.

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Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Cash Flow Forecasting Financial Modeling Forecasting 52

Centage

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Shifting market conditions or bad assumptions drawn from historical data can leave business leaders struggling to make the right decisions. The problems that occur downstream from inaccurate or incomplete plans and budgets ultimately impact financial performance and long-term success. Book a demo today.

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BlueLight

MAY 1, 2020

Medium size company: CFO has a Controller as a direct report to handle the day-to-day financial operations and reporting. Early-stage startup: Focused on finding product market fit, limited financial information to work with. The CEO outsources accounting to a third-party accounting firm and may conduct simple FP&A.

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

Spreadym

MAY 26, 2023

Expense tracking: The budgeting software allows users to track and categorize corporate expenses, either by manually entering transaction details or by integrating with other sales software and bank accounts to automatically import transaction data. There are several the best business budgeting software tools available in the market.

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Budgeting Forecasting Financial Modeling SAP 52

E78 Partners

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Leaders are at the helm steering their organizations through changing consumer, market, and Board expectations. Whether you view it as a validation of your strategies or an avenue for enhancement, it’s the key to unlocking unparalleled organizational alignment, accountability, and performance momentum.

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Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Budgeting Financial Modeling Benchmarking 52

Centage

AUGUST 24, 2022

Steps you may need to take before a deadline include: Downloading unformatted financial results from your accounting system. Say goodbye to the difficulties of managing financial strategies with spreadsheets by turning to Centage Corporation. Reporting Is Delayed Reporting can often be delayed when you depend on spreadsheets.

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Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Budgeting Forecasting Analyzing Data 98

Musings on Markets

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

In my first two posts on Facebook, I noted that its most recent earnings report, and the market reaction to it, offers an opportunity for us to talk about bigger issues. In the second post, I pointed to inconsistencies in how accountants classify operating, capital and financing expenses , and the consequences for reported accounting numbers.

Valuation 99

Valuation Advertising Numbers Investments 99

The Finance Weekly

AUGUST 6, 2024

Take the marketing team, for instance—they have valuable knowledge about market trends, customer preferences, and promotional tactics. By incorporating their insights into your financial models, you can improve sales forecasts and spot exciting growth opportunities.

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Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Communication Finance Forecasting 52

Spreadym

JUNE 27, 2023

Financial Forecasting: FP&A professionals forecast the financial performance of an organization over a specific period, typically one to five years. This involves projecting revenues, expenses, and other key financial metrics based on historical data, market trends, and business strategies.

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Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Planning Financial Analysis Budgeting 52

Jedox Finance

JULY 23, 2019

These are often not “out of the box” solutions and will require us to spend time learning new skills in process automation, analytics and financial modeling. There is little argument that some of the leaders in cloud accounting tools are Xero and Intuits QuickBooks Online. Financial Modeling. Crystal ball.

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