CFO Plans

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

In today’s dynamic financial landscape, Discover Strategic Financial Planning Solutions that are more than a necessity; they’re the backbone of sustainable business growth. As companies in the financial services industry aim to navigate uncertain economic climates, creating a robust financial roadmap becomes essential.

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CFO Share

JULY 16, 2024

When building your back office, you may consider whether you need a financial controller or a CFO. The skills and responsibilities of these roles overlap, and to make matters more confusing, an underqualified CFO (yes, there are plenty out there) will perform similar to or worse than an excellent controller.

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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. How do you balance your personal and professional life? At this stage, I am in Public Practice.

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CFO Simplified

APRIL 15, 2024

Are you missing Strategic Planning? Let’s quickly get through the first three items in any strategic plan. The economic environment is changing, along with your customers and your competition. A written strategic plan will help guide you to your end goal, and we can help you. Here’s a quick review.

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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. Fisher Senior VP & CFO American Hospital Association. Christina Y. Christina Y.

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CFO Talks

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Members’ Profile: Thobile Dlamini In this edition of CFO Club Africa’s Members Spotlight, we are introducing Thobile Dlamini, the CFO at Eswatini Revenue Services. International Recognition : Awarded the prestigious Best Public Sector CFO in Africa (2023/2024) by ACCA.

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Focus CFO

DECEMBER 6, 2021

Let’s examine how an outsourced, fractional CFO can improve FP&A: Improving Data. A fractional CFO can use the breadth of their experience to identify the right KPIs (key performance indicators) for the business. Turning Goals into a Strategic Plan. A long to-do list or a list of goals is not a strategic plan.

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CFO Simplified

AUGUST 22, 2022

By this time, you are well on the road to executing your strategic plan for this year. This strategic plan includes evaluating your client relationships: Do they fit into your business model? At CFO Simplified, we recommend you take the time to talk to other banks. Are they time-consuming?

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CFO Share

AUGUST 22, 2024

Over the past ten years, the role of a fractional CFO has changed the small business landscape. Hiring a full-time Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is seldom viable for small businesses and startups. Enter the fractional CFO—a part-time financial expert who can provide top-tier financial oversight without the full-time cost.

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CFO Talks

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Recently, the South African Reserve Bank’s decision to maintain interest rates has had significant implications not only for the economic landscape but also for the competencies demanded of today’s CFOs. The Reserve Bank decided to keep interest rates unchanged, opting for stability amidst ongoing economic turbulence.

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CFO Thought Leader

OCTOBER 16, 2024

From fiction as a mental escape to deep dives into leadership, health, and emerging technologies, CFOs featured on the CFO Thought Leader podcast in September shared a diverse range of book recommendations. ADP CFO Don McGuire recommends Getting Things Done by David Allen, a classic guide to productivity and stress management.

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E78 Partners

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Companies may face situations where hiring an interim CFO can provide immediate expertise and strategic direction. E78 specializes in providing experienced interim CFOs who can swiftly address pressing financial challenges, allowing businesses to focus on their core operations while maintaining clear paths toward long-term success.

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E78 Partners

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Companies may face situations where hiring an interim CFO can provide immediate expertise and strategic direction. E78 specializes in providing experienced interim CFOs who can swiftly address pressing financial challenges, allowing businesses to focus on their core operations while maintaining clear paths toward long-term success.

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CFO Talks

OCTOBER 25, 2023

The journey from a Chartered Accountant (CA) to a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a transformative one, requiring a shift from technical expertise to strategic leadership. Transitioning from CA to CFO The transition from CA to CFO is not just about acquiring new skills but also about evolving one’s mindset.

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BlueLight

JULY 30, 2020

Forward In the current economic crisis, business leaders from early-stage startups to large multinational corporations have had to make difficult decisions. The financial implication of these decision is critical and the CFO is the executive helping the CEO navigate these decisions. Edited for readability.

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CFO Simplified

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Larry Chester, CEO of CFO Simplified, was featured on NADC BoardTalk to discuss business planning for small to medium-sized businesses in 2022. When economic winds change, small and middle-market companies must be able to pivot. appeared first on CFO Simplified. Take a look at his feature below: [link].

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CFO Thought Leader

JUNE 11, 2024

Key banks that were integral to the company’s operations began to crumble, and the economic landscape was fraught with uncertainty. She spent a significant portion of her career at PayPal, where she honed her skills in analytics and strategic planning. In May 2022, Gessert was named CFO of Upwork. Hire the best.”

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CFO Network

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

How a Fractional CFO Can Transform Your Financial Strategy! One way to achieve this is by bringing a Fractional CFO (Chief Financial Officer) to your team. Understanding the Role of a Fractional CFO Before diving into the transformational impact of a Fractional CFO, let’s first understand their role.

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The Charity CFO

JULY 19, 2024

What is a Chief Financial Officer (CFO)? A Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a senior executive in charge of the strategic direction and goal setting of a nonprofit’s accounting and financial management. As an executive-level role, the CFO is in charge of guiding the overall financial strategy of the organization.

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The Finance Weekly

MARCH 25, 2024

Big companies used to hog all the CFO action, but now even small and medium-sized businesses are jumping on the bandwagon. Why the sudden CFO craze? In a nutshell, companies are starting to view CFOs as smart investments rather than just expenses. Highest Paid CFOs in the World in 2024 1. As the Director of Amyris Inc.,

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E78 Partners

AUGUST 24, 2023

Knowing when to bring in an Interim Chief Financial Officer (CFO) can be a strategic decision that significantly impacts a company’s trajectory. Unlike a permanent CFO, an interim professional is often engaged for specific projects, transitions, or critical periods of change.

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CFO News Room

DECEMBER 16, 2022

And while there’s no guarantee that any job will be immune to cutbacks or layoffs, some industries weather economic storms better than others. As a financial executive, the chief financial officer (CFO) is responsible for the financial health of an organization. The CFO primarily controls financial affairs. Financial Examiner.

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CFO Thought Leader

MARCH 24, 2024

As Pactum AI embarks on a pivotal phase of commercialization, the arrival of Sarah Alper in the AI-driven company’s CFO office is by no means a coincidence. As Pactum AI embarks on a pivotal phase of commercialization, the arrival of Sarah Alper in the AI-driven company’s CFO office is by no means a coincidence.

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Future CFO

JANUARY 21, 2024

Cost pressure amid global economic shifts has become a top concern for 58% of SMEs as they also face workforce challenges, said ACCA recently when releasing results of a survey. “As The post Cost pressure amid global economic shifts: Smaller businesses’ top concern appeared first on FutureCFO.

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Fpanda Club

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

FP&A analyst, in turn, is a promising yet developing profession that can be interesting to graduates with finance, statistics, economics or business degrees as well as to finance professionals from adjacent disciplines. Planning, budgeting and forecasting are linked together forming financial planning processes.

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CFO Share

MAY 23, 2024

In the volatile world of small business financial management, staying afloat amidst economic fluctuations can feel like sailing into a perfect storm. Like adding a navigator to your crew, a Fractional CFO or an Outsourced CFO guides you with crucial information, offering a route to financial stability. What does a CFO do?

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CFO Selections

MARCH 9, 2023

As companies continue to battle unexpectedly high inflation and economic uncertainty , understanding this year’s prevailing trends across financial forecasting, fintech stacks, procurement, and customer attribution can help them to increase revenue and market share.

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CFO Talks

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Members’ Profile: Rowen Pillai In this edition of CFO Club Africa’s Members Spotlight, we are introducing Rowen Pillai, the Chief Executive Officer of Lean Technovations Pty Ltd. Immersing myself in a new economic landscape required flexibility and an open mind, especially in understanding local challenges and collaborating effectively.

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https://trustedcfosolutions.com/feed/

DECEMBER 9, 2022

Real-time visibility is a game-changer for family offices, and one that is fueling better strategic planning for wealth management. That could include more comprehensive liquidity planning, tax strategy, and being an advocate for your clients’ philanthropic ventures.

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CFO Thought Leader

JANUARY 27, 2024

This episode of Planning Aces sheds light on the critical role financial leadership and strategic planning plays in guiding companies through turbulent times and the importance of balancing short-term opportunities with long-term strategic planning.

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CFO Plans

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

By predicting future financial outcomes based on historical data, market trends, and economic indicators, small businesses can navigate uncertainty, plan for growth, and ensure long-term sustainability. It involves predicting future financial outcomes by analyzing past and present financial data, market trends, and economic conditions.

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Future CFO

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

In a recent Deloitte global study, 32% of organisations report that the CFO is the accountable executive, with a further 16% having joint accountability between the CFO and Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO).

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Future CFO

JUNE 10, 2024

With a wealth of digital data available, trade finance becomes ripe for advanced analytics, offering deeper insights for risk management, trend analysis, and strategic planning. The ICC has called out its expectation for digitisation to drive sustainable development and economic growth.

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CFO Simplified

DECEMBER 10, 2021

But it’s during turbulent times that planning for your business’ growth and financial success gains even greater importance. Businesses that have a clear vision and strategic plan in place know that implementation can often be more difficult than creating the strategy. The post Do You Decide to Plan or Plan to Fail?

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CFO Talks

JULY 23, 2024

A s a CFO in today’s dynamic business landscape, you are no stranger to the multifaceted nature of risk. For CFOs in Africa, particularly in South Africa, the challenges can be even more pronounced due to unique regional factors. Externally, consider market trends, regulatory changes, and economic conditions.

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CFO News

JUNE 3, 2024

With a clear vision and strategic planning, Modi 3.0 pledges to guide the nation towards global economic prominence. As India looks ahead to another term under Modi's leadership, a promising future awaits.

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CFO Talks

MARCH 14, 2024

Beyond the Basics: 7 Key Focus Areas for New CFOs 1. Introduction to the Evolving Role of the CFO In our previous discussion, we outlined the critical first steps a newly appointed CFO should take to establish a solid foundation within their organization. Activities that directly impact these objectives should take precedence.

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