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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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. The post Financial Reports That Dont Age Like Milk: The Power of Real-Time Data appeared first on CFO Club Africa.

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CFO News

MARCH 18, 2025

is experiencing a fundamental skills reset and top five fastest growing skills that companies are hiring for include creativity and innovation, code review, problem solving, pre-screening and strategic thinking, a new report showed on Wednesday.

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CFO Talks

JANUARY 8, 2025

Not only does this make your department more efficient, but it also builds problem-solving and leadership skills. As CFO, you can drive this by introducing tools that streamline processes and improve decision-making. The post How to Prepare Your Finance Team for Growth appeared first on CFO Club Africa.

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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. Nevertheless, the best way to learn the responsibilities and skills required of a CFO is to perform it. Consider the CFO's role as a mixture of problem-solving and business management.

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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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Future CFO

MARCH 5, 2025

As the Finance function traverses 2025, the challenges of yesteryear weigh on CFOs' shoulders. The task at hand is to prevail over all obstacles, turning them all into opportunities to drive growth.

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CFO Talks

OCTOBER 8, 2024

As a CFO, it’s crucial to recognise that this diversity is a strength, allowing the team to approach challenges from multiple angles and offer innovative solutions. Different work styles, communication preferences, and problem-solving approaches may create friction.

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The Charity CFO

JANUARY 15, 2025

Joint problem-solving: When issues arise, such as uncollectible pledges or cash flow challenges, finance and development should work together to present a unified solution to leadership. About The Charity CFO We are an accounting partner that truly understands nonprofits. We get nonprofits, because nonprofits are all that we do.

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CFO Talks

APRIL 25, 2023

The top three skills executives think will be needed is complex problem-solving data literacy and modelling, analytical thinking Knowledge of programming languages ranks eight out of ten. The post The future is AI, but the skills are missing – survey appeared first on CFO Club Africa.

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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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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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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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CFO Thought Leader

AUGUST 24, 2024

This transcontinental start marked the beginning of a career defined by global problem-solving, adaptability, and generous helpings of M&A experience. Ultimately, he became the firm’s international CFO, overseeing all finance and business operations outside the U.S. Cohen, […]

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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. Developing a Strategic Mindset Tomorrow’s CFO must think like a strategist.

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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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Future CFO

JANUARY 16, 2024

FutureCFO agrees and sees these same attributes in the submission for the third annual FutureCFO Excellence Awards 2024.

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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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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. Although hired as a Financial Manager, I found myself knee-deep in operations, problem-solving, and finding better ways to work.

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CFO Talks

MARCH 1, 2023

Jeandre de Greef is the CFO and Director of the Tristan Group, which provides procurement and project solutions to energy, construction, mining and shipping industries in many African countries. His route, which didn’t include the traditional CA path, shows that there are many ways to become a CFO.

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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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CFO Share

AUGUST 29, 2024

Enter the fractional CFO : a seasoned financial expert who can guide you through this critical process, ensuring that your budget supports your company’s vision and anticipates challenges and opportunities. What are the Benefits of Collaborating with a Fractional CFO to Create an Annual Budget? Did unexpected expenses arise?

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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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Future CFO

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

She says the familiarity with financial software systems and ERP tools is encouraged; and organisations will need to upskill finance professionals in emerging technologies like AI, data analytics, and blockchain to enhance their analytical and problem-solving skills.

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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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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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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. Add the word “great” in the phrase, and you get six. Anyway, at FutureCFO.

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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. When you have strong relationships among the team, problem solving is more fun and wins are more fulfilling.”

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CFO Talks

APRIL 5, 2023

Essential skills for accountants to possess Zebediah lists effective communication, problem-solving, and critical thinking are crucial skills for accountants. The post Accounting in Zimbabwe is “very very different” appeared first on CFO Club Africa. You must be knowledgeable about the nature of their business.

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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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CFO Thought Leader

JUNE 18, 2024

He decided to pursue further education in the latter, where his analytical mind and problem-solving skills began to shine. His ability to integrate different departmental visions into a cohesive financial strategy helped not only to transform Ellucian’s business model but also to self-validate his growing ambitions to become a CFO.

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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. Prepare quarterly and annual tax filings.

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CFO Thought Leader

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

We are near the end of our discussion with CFO Svai Sanford when he permits us to unlock one last door to his past. ” –Svai Sanford, CFO, Rani Therapeutics CFOTL: Tell us about Rani Therapeutics … what does this company do, and what are its offerings today? I do not have any experience in this sector.”

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CFO Thought Leader

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Inside The Mentoring Round , CFO Shelagh Glaser of Synopsys highlights several key themes from her 29-year career at Intel Corp. Glaser credits Intel’s unique culture of “constructive confrontation,” where problems are openly addressed, as shaping her approach to problem-solving.

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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 Thought Leader

APRIL 25, 2023

I learned how to operate and think globally, and I discovered there were other ways to solve problems,” remarks Conti, who tells us that he once augmented his problem-solving acumen by observing how a broken blade was replaced on a factory floor near Florence, Italy. billion of parking commerce.

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CFO Thought Leader

JUNE 4, 2023

To Kellenberger, a recently hired business analyst, Coleman’s shrinking gross margins seemed to present not only a problem-solving challenge but also an opportunity to help to rewire a renowned brand’s customer best practices.

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