Future CFO

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Finance leadership is undoubtedly not a cakewalk, as it involves various roles for the organisation to grow and drive value. Look for organisations with cultures that resonate with your values and roles that challenge you or expand your leadership skills,” Wong advises. He highlights that what’s equally important is mentorship. “I

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CFO Talks

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Members’ Profile: Christopher Holton In this edition of our CFO Spotlight series, we are featuring Christopher Holton, whose career reflects a deep commitment to both personal and professional growth. What key skills should a newly qualified accountant develop on their path to becoming a CFO? Bridge Shipping (Pty) Ltd.

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Future CFO

DECEMBER 22, 2024

Why It Matters Compliance : Governments require standardized customer details, such as taxpayer identification numbers and verified addresses. The post Mastering E-Invoicing: CFO strategies to lead a seamless transition in Asia appeared first on FutureCFO. Errors can lead to rejected invoices.

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CFO Talks

APRIL 9, 2025

What Every CFO Should Know to Protect the Business (and Their Career) You dont need to be an actuary or compliance expert to understand risk. Risk management isnt a luxury, its a core leadership function. But for the CFO, risk is anything that can derail strategic goals, interrupt operations, or eat into the bottom line.

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CFO Talks

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Identifying and Overcoming Ethical Dilemmas in Business In the corporate world, numbers might drive decisions, but values define leadership. As a CFO your influence extends beyond financial reports and budgets. The post Identifying and Overcoming Ethical Dilemmas in Business appeared first on CFO Club Africa.

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CFO Talks

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Members’ Profile: Rofhiwa Irene Singo In this edition of our CFO Spotlight series, we are featuring Rofhiwa Irene Singo, an accomplished finance leader whose journey is a testament to resilience, adaptability, and impactful leadership. What key skills should a newly qualified accountant develop on their path to becoming a CFO?

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CFO Talks

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Members’ Profile: Ronel Jooste In this edition of our CFO Spotlight series, we are featuring Ronel Jooste, a dynamic force in the worlds of finance, wellness, and leadership development. I enjoy numbers and finances; and I loved accounting at school. Then I have a cold shower and protein smoothie before my workday starts.

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CFO Thought Leader

DECEMBER 10, 2024

These are the three Ps that guide CFO Zach Johnsons data-driven approach to financial leadership. But numbers alone dont drive results. ” Zach Johnson, CFO, Cribl CFO Playbook: Prioritizes holistic metrics (like Rule of 40) to balance growth and profitability. billion and nearly 2,000 employees, he tells us.

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CFO Talks

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Balancing Cost and Service in Financial Management: A CFO’s Perspective Every decision a CFO makes carries weight on the bottom line, the team’s efficiency, and the overall direction of the business. Build Resilient Teams: Train your finance team to look beyond numbers.

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CFO Thought Leader

JANUARY 6, 2025

Seymours path to the CFO office was paved by a broad advisory background, where she honed her ability to identify leaky taps and champion data-driven decisions. Looking back, Seymour tells us she has consistently applied a storytelling through numbers philosophy.

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CFO Talks

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Cultivating Organisational Success Through Effective Leadership Leadership plays a critical role in driving the success of any organisation, especially when navigating the complexities of today’s fast-paced business world. Lead by Example The foundation of effective leadership is setting the right example.

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CFO Thought Leader

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Inside The Mentoring Round , Navan CFO Amy Butte recalls the unexpected responsibilities she faced at the New York Stock Exchange, underscoring how the CFO role extends beyond accounting.

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CFO Thought Leader

MARCH 19, 2025

After early roles in financial analysis, he spent 15 years moving through finance leadership positions at Danaher, where he sharpened his ability to translate financial insights into business decisions. When IDT tapped him to be CFO in 2018, Swenson faced a challenge that tested his adaptability.

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CFO Thought Leader

JANUARY 21, 2025

Stacy Tumarkin unexpectedly found herself stepping into the CFO seattwiceearning the moniker The Accidental CFO. I was only 26 when I first became CFO, Tumarkin tells us, recalling how imposter syndrome quickly followed. I was only 26 when I first became CFO, Tumarkin tells us, recalling how []

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CFO Talks

APRIL 8, 2025

While accuracy, control, and compliance remain core responsibilities, the modern CFO is also a strategic communicator someone who can turn financial complexity into actionable insight. The ability to simplify complex ideas and communicate them clearly across diverse teams is no longer a soft skill; its a critical leadership function.

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CFO Thought Leader

JANUARY 30, 2025

Inside The Mentoring Round , PairSoft CFO Matt Collis shares his leadership philosophy on transparency, communication, and cultural alignment. For Collis, scaling isnt just about numbers; its about fostering a shared vision. He believes employees want to add value but need clarity on expectations to stay engaged.

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CFO Talks

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Finance and Strategy: Making Numbers Work for Your Vision Imagine this: Your company has a fantastic vision—perhaps it’s to dominate a new market, launch a groundbreaking product, or grow your team and profits. It’s about making sure your numbers don’t just add up but drive your company toward its ultimate goals.

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CFO Talks

MARCH 20, 2025

Talking Money Without Causing Panic Numbers tell the truth, but how you communicate with them determines how they are received. As a CFO, your role goes far beyond reporting figuresyou shape strategic decisions, guide leadership, and influence confidence in the business. Yet, transparency must be handled with care.

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CFO Talks

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Its not merely numbers on a page but its the heartbeat of accountability and the foundation of trust with external stakeholders, particularly investors. This is why Im calling CFOs to rise to the occasion and embrace automation as an act of leadership and stewardship. Investors rely on your numbers to make informed decisions.

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CFO Talks

MARCH 27, 2025

Stop Playing Defense – Start Driving the Business Forward Lets be honest, being a CFO isnt what it used to be. Youre no longer just the person who signs off on the numbers or keeps costs in check. As the CFO, you are uniquely placed to define whats realistic, whats risky, and whats worth betting on.

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CFO Plans

DECEMBER 16, 2024

These services extend beyond mere number crunching; they represent a sustainable business model that nurtures financial wellness and supports the overall well-being of business leaders. Enhance Your Business Efficiency Now to prioritize personal well-being and leadership, ultimately preventing burnout and enhancing quality of life.

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CFO Talks

APRIL 8, 2025

Members Profile: Julius Katanaka In this edition of our CFO Spotlight series, we feature Julius Katanaka, Head of Finance at Wazalendo SACCO Ltd, a seasoned finance professional with a strong accounting and strategic financial management background. My passion for numbers and the accounting profession motivated me to join finance.

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CFO Thought Leader

OCTOBER 29, 2024

In just a few days, he and the leadership team developed a plan to reduce overlapping costs and improve operational efficiency. Looking back, Gronen tells us his involvment with M&A began during his time at Alltel, where he contributed to a number of M&A transactions.

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CFO Dive

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

The financial planning team helps the resort’s leadership optimize the number of people on the mountain from a safety, quality of experience and revenue standpoint.

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CFO Talks

OCTOBER 10, 2024

The Power of Fractional CFOs: Sara Daw on Transforming Financial Leadership for SMEs and Corporates In a recent CFO Club Podcast , Leana van der Merwe hosted Sara Daw , Group CFO of CFO Centre Ltd, to discuss the increasingly popular concept of fractional CFOs. What is a Fractional CFO?

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Future CFO

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

Alexander Bant , chief of research for CFOs at Gartner predicts that 2022 will be a make-or-break year for CFOs when it comes to unlocking the value of AI, hyperautomation, digital skills, continuous processes, and data management. What makes for a great CFO? But technology alone will not spell success or failure. Walter C.

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ProCFO Partners

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

Management and leadership styles need to change as a company grows. When you’re small and less complicated, companies can get by on feel and some rudimentary numbers. The numbers need to be credible and should help leaders and managers make sound decisions. The Role of the CFO in Helping a Business Grow.

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CFO Thought Leader

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Among those watching perhaps more attentively than ever was this episodes CFO guest, Brian Registe, who today oversees the finance function of Questeka company whose materials-by-design technologies are enabling SpaceX and other companies to advance the material performance of their offerings.

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CFO Talks

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Critical Thinking: The CFO’s Secret Weapon in an Uncertain World South Africa’s economy is anything but predictable, with CFOs often finding themselves at the intersection of financial stewardship and strategic leadership. It’s not just about seeing the numbers—it’s about understanding their story.

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Future CFO

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

The Strategies For Taking Charge ," economists and authors Warren Bennis and Burt Nanus described the challenges posed to management and leadership by various external factors and what the consequences are for corporate leadership. What does VUCA mean for the CFO as a leader and strategist?

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CFO Talks

MARCH 26, 2025

The professionals you really want the ones who understand both compliance and strategy, who can hold their own in front of auditors, and who arent afraid to challenge the numbers theyre in demand. The Role of the CFO in Employer Branding Heres the part most people miss: this isnt just an HR function. And it starts with leadership.

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CFO Talks

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Members’ Profile: Yvonne Dias In this edition of CFO Club Africa’s Members Spotlight, we are introducing Yvonne Dias, the Group CFO at MINT Management Technologies. From an early age, I was fascinated with numbers and business economics. Serving as the CFO has been a role that I’ve truly enjoyed. Focus on: 1.

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CFO Talks

MARCH 28, 2025

It now demands a strategic, forward-thinking approach that incorporates digital transformation, sustainability, data-driven insights, and human leadership. The Human Element: Leadership in Transition Beyond systems and frameworks, people remain central to transformation.

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CFO Talks

APRIL 1, 2025

A strategy that makes perfect financial sense, backed by solid numbers and a clear ROIonly to watch it stall because someone wasnt quite sold. In the world of finance and business leadership, technical skills will only take you so far. And as a CFO, playing defense too long turns you from a strategist into a bookkeeper with a title.

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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. Fascination with numbers and financial markets. At this stage, I am in Public Practice.

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CFO Talks

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Meeting the Informational Needs of Decision Makers: A CFO’s Guide Picture this: you’re in a boardroom, presenting data that leaves your CEO nodding in understanding, your COO energised with clarity, and your team ready to act. This is the dream of every CFO—to deliver information that doesn’t just inform but drives smart, timely decisions.

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CFO Talks

APRIL 10, 2025

As CFO, you’re not just managing the numbersyou’re the last line of defense between your organisation and reputational, regulatory, or even criminal fallout. Even small-scale fraud can raise questions about your competence or leadership. As CFO, your job is to make sure they stay real. Its a leadership imperative.

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