Future CFO

JANUARY 22, 2025

For quite some time now, finance leaders oversee even non-financial strategic matters: environmental, social, and governance (ESG), the increasing regulatory requirements, and systems and software, including artificial intelligence , as well as talent management.

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CFO Talks

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Diverse Teams, Unified Goals: Managing Multifaceted Finance Staff In today’s dynamic business environment, finance teams have evolved into diverse groups with different skills, experiences, and perspectives. Different work styles, communication preferences, and problem-solving approaches may create friction.

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CFO Talks

MARCH 13, 2025

Whether you’re a finance professional, business owner, or decision-maker, understanding how to leverage FIS can mean the difference between reactive problem-solving and proactive success. From Spreadsheets to Smart Systems Traditionally, businesses used basic spreadsheets to manage their finances.

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CFO News Room

DECEMBER 16, 2022

One industry that tends to be recession-resistant is finance. And while the finance industry has seen its share of ups and downs over the years, it generally bounces back fairly quickly after a downturn. If you’re considering a career in finance, you’re probably wondering what the best-paying jobs are. Chief Financial Officer.

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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. Thobile’s passion for finance sparked in high school with her love for mathematics and the challenge of balancing financial statements.

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Jedox Finance

OCTOBER 13, 2021

In a recent post “Behold the Emergence of CFO 4.0” ” , we explored the emergence of CFO 4.0 and outlined five key changes for CFOs and their finance teams to make to get into the future. We say the CFO should change from “thinking like a cost center to becoming a profit driver.”

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Future CFO

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Finance teams found their way in 2024 to keep up with the ever-changing market landscape brought about by a number of factors. It also went through hurdles in talent management, as finance leaders grapple with the evolving roles--mastering the art of reskilling, upskilling, and talent retention.

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Future CFO

JULY 21, 2024

The finance team can make this possible through the management of associated risks with AI, as it plays a greater role in the accounting and financial reporting of businesses. Abrol explains that finance leaders must foster a culture of continuous learning to ensure the department remains agile and adapts to technological advancements.

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The Finance Weekly

APRIL 12, 2022

For many accounting and finance professionals, being a chief financial officer (CFO) is a career highlight. Taking that next step towards the finance executive table, whether you have 10, 20, or even 30 years of expertise in finance, is no easy task. However, getting there is only the start of the journey.

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CFO Talks

AUGUST 15, 2024

Futuristic Finance: Strategic Thinking for Tomorrow’s CFO In an era where rapid technological advancements and global economic shifts are the norm, Chief Financial Officers (CFOs) are not just financial stewards but strategic visionaries. This frees up time for the finance team to focus on more strategic tasks.

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CFO Talks

OCTOBER 9, 2024

As a CFO in South Africa, you’re not only responsible for financial oversight but also for shaping the culture and direction of your company. In this article, we’ll explore how you, as a CFO, can cultivate organisational success through strong leadership, focusing on practical, easy-to-apply strategies.

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CFO Thought Leader

AUGUST 24, 2024

Clemente Cohen’s finance career began in the early 1990s inside the Munich offices of Silicon Graphics, approximately 6,500 miles from the Silicon Valley company’s headquarters and some 7,500 miles from his birthplace in Argentina. This shift allowed him to be more hands-on in driving business transformation and growth in a more direct way.

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CFO Talks

APRIL 25, 2023

Written by Staff Writer A recent Delloite survey of European finance executives offers early signs of how finance functions approach AI. Control and reporting, finance operations and FP&A are functions are those executives expect will be the most affected by AI in the next two to five years.

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CFO Talks

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Members’ Spotlight: Charles Westermeyer In this edition of CFO Club Africa’s Members Spotlight, we are introducing Charles Westermeyer , a seasoned financial professional and the current Director of Bluline Accounting Tax Assurance (Pty) Ltd , where he has been making a significant impact since 2016.

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Future CFO

JANUARY 16, 2024

In 2023, the top priority of CFOs was evaluating the finance function strategy, scope and design. Marko Horvat, vice president of research in the Gartner Finance practice, noted that CFOs were thinly stretched across many activities in 2023. To all of them, I offer my gratitude.”

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The Charity CFO

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

By framing challenges as opportunities for growth and involvement, nonprofits can engage funders in problem-solving. About The Charity CFO We are an accounting partner that truly understands nonprofits. The post Unlocking the Power of Data Storytelling for Nonprofits appeared first on The Charity CFO. Get the free guide!

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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. Finance intrigued me because of its balance of strategy, analysis, and real-world impact. He was not disappointed!

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Adam Kae

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Fractional CFO Qualifications Congratulations! Your company has grown to the point where the guidance of a Fractional CFO can, well, guide you. Hiring a Fractional CFO, however, is not a decision to be taken lightly. You need to understand what to look for when it comes to Fractional CFO qualifications.

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Future CFO

MARCH 15, 2020

Google the phrase “How to become a CFO” and you get about 66,900 results. I guess very few people have an aspiration for greatness in the CFO function. we will continue to share with you the stories that CFOs from across Asia-Pacific have shared with us. Michael “Mike” San Diego, chief financial officer, JK Capital Finance.

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CFO Thought Leader

OCTOBER 6, 2024

Or so Partin tells us as he recounts the circumstances surrounding the first of five CFO appointments that have thus far punctuated his finance leadership career. “I Read More This first CFO role cemented Partin’s belief that the CEO–CFO partnership is the most critical relationship in any company.

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Adam Kae

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

Your company has grown to the point where the guidance of a Fractional CFO can, well, guide you. Hiring a Fractional CFO, however, is not a decision to be taken lightly. Just with any leading executive position, a Fractional CFO’s decisions can greatly affect the company for years to come. By Katelyn Sieber Congratulations!

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CFO Talks

AUGUST 13, 2024

Building Effective Finance Teams: A Guide to Staff Management Building a top-notch finance team is like assembling a puzzle where each piece needs to fit perfectly. In this article, we’ll explore practical strategies and real-world examples to help you build an effective finance team that can elevate your company to new heights.

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CFO Thought Leader

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Lessons from Craig Wert’s finance career reveal the power of adaptability, problem-solving skills, and the ability to seize opportunities in unexpected places. jb “The CFO role at a high-growth company is extraordinarily challenging. This is because you have to wear two hats at once.

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The Charity CFO

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

When he imagined his children experiencing this problem, this struck a chord and he wanted to do something about it. His thought was simple, if only they could problem solve and fix the water crisis, then they would ultimately eliminate existing healthcare problems because of the lack of water. Get the free guide!

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Beacon CFO Plus

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Common Financial Education, Skills, and Certifications The term fractional cfo refers to a financial professional who provides their expertise and services on a part-time or temporary basis to multiple companies rather than being a full-time, in-house employee of a single organization. Innovation is critical to business growth.

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Future CFO

AUGUST 30, 2021

What makes for a sought-after chief finance professional (CFO)? These days, strong computer skills, as are advanced knowledge of accounting, budgeting, and finances. McKinsey says that in the past decade, the finance department has successfully reduced costs by almost 30%. But these are table stakes of the profession.

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CFO Share

AUGUST 29, 2024

This process can feel dreadful for small business owners, especially if your current finance team did not handle last year’s budgeting well. What are the Benefits of Collaborating with a Fractional CFO to Create an Annual Budget? What is the Role of a Fractional CFO in Annual Budgeting?

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Michigan CFO

JUNE 7, 2023

In today’s ever-evolving business landscape, the role of the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) has become crucial for effective financial management and decision-making. However, not all businesses have the resources or the need for a full-time, in-house CFO. This is where virtual CFOs come into play.

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CFO Leadership

OCTOBER 10, 2023

And for CFOS, AI will likely play an outsized role in helping the finance team continue its revolution to becoming more strategic, forward looking, and data driven. Using Process-Driven Automation as an AI Foundation As AI innovations proliferate, CFOs are looking toward implementing them to benefit the finance team.

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The Finance Weekly

JANUARY 22, 2024

Joe Berchtold, the President and CFO of Live Nation Entertainment, earned an impressive $52.4 million in 2023, making him the ,, highest-paid CFO in the United States. Aspiring individuals may wonder how they can achieve similar heights and earn big as a CFO. Resolve accounting and finance problems.

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CFO Thought Leader

JUNE 18, 2024

Michael O’Grady’s finance strategic moment occurred in 2014 at higher-ed tech company Ellucian. Read More O’Grady’s journey to becoming a finance executive was far from linear. Increasingly, O’Grady found himself intrigued by the complexities of business and finance. Still, something was missing.

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CFO News Room

JANUARY 11, 2023

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, finance-related jobs are predicted to experience an 8% annual growth rate until at least 2030. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics , finance-related jobs are predicted to experience an 8% annual growth rate until at least 2030 – in line with other professional sectors.

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CFO Thought Leader

APRIL 18, 2023

“When Stephanie brought me along, I think she was like, ‘Let’s try this out,'” continues Cox, who stepped into Advent’s CFO office in 2009, only 3 years after joining the company. Cox had been recruited to Advent by a VP of finance who had formerly been a client of Cox’s when he was an accountant at Pricewaterhouse. “Be

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CFO Thought Leader

JULY 28, 2023

The distinction is crucial in understanding how to approach problem-solving in an organization. While complicated problems can be solved with the right formulas or spreadsheets, complex problems require more. Planging Ace CFO Dev Ahuja brings some perspective on the role of people in finance transformation.

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CFO News

MAY 22, 2024

Pulkit Bhandari, CFO of Zetwerk, believes that play and work complement each other, enhancing resilience and problem-solving skills. A chartered accountant with a background in corporate finance at RPG Enterprises and investment banking at Deutsche Bank and ICICI Securities, Bhandari is also a dedicated athlete.

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Future CFO

OCTOBER 20, 2021

The CFO role requires certain traits and skills, said Woranat Dumrongsiri (pictured), Country CFO, Deloitte Thailand and Deloitte Laos during an interview with FutureCFO for the publication’s Female Leadership in Finance Series. Woranat Dumrongsiri, Country CFO, Deloitte Thailand and Deloitte Laos.

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Future CFO

OCTOBER 16, 2019

Editor’s Note: For our Female Leadership in Finance Series , Teresa Leung recently had a chat with Cyndi Pei, Senior Vice President, Group Finance and Group Financial Controller at Singapore-listed beverage company Yeo Hiap Seng. FutureCFO: Can you share with me your finance career journey? You’ve multiple responsibilities.

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