Collectiv

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

The most valuable indicators of the financial health and position of an organization are the metrics that are tracked in financial statements—Balance Sheets, Profit and Loss Statements, Cash Flow Statements, Account Receivables, and more. Financial reporting is meant to give stakeholders an accurate depiction of a company’s finances.

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The Charity CFO

AUGUST 21, 2024

Fundraising and accounting departments provide vital services to the organization, but when they fail to communicate, it can lead to financial errors. Bridging this communication gap can help your organization ensure every dollar raised is used effectively.

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Communication Accounting Nonprofit Budgeting 52

Spreadym

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Effective communication in financial teams is crucial for making informed decisions and achieving organizational goals. However, several key mistakes can hinder effective communication in this context. Financial professionals should strive for clear and concise communication that everyone on the team can understand.

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Communication Leadership Financial Reporting Prioritization 59

CFO Talks

MARCH 5, 2025

Follow standard accounting rules In most industries, this means using IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards) or IFRS for SME (International Financial Reporting Standard for Small and Medium-sized Entities) to prepare financial statements. Staying informed can help you prepare ahead of time.

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The Charity CFO

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Erin stresses that this clarity should permeate all aspects of the organization, from internal communications to external marketing materials. This deep knowledge of donor motivations and preferences is crucial in crafting effective communication strategies that resonate with supporters. Want to jump right in?

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Nonprofit Communication CFO Prioritization 52

CFO Talks

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

As a CFO your influence extends beyond financial reports and budgets. Communicate transparently about the rationale behind decisions, even if they are unpopular. Identifying and Overcoming Ethical Dilemmas in Business In the corporate world, numbers might drive decisions, but values define leadership.

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CFO Thought Leader

MARCH 12, 2025

In this episode, CFO Brandon Sullivan of 2X shares how he transformed financial reporting to drive agility and informed decision-making. However, when revenue stalled, Sullivan realized that monthly reporting was too slow for a dynamic business.

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The Charity CFO

AUGUST 21, 2023

Nonprofit communications can be complicated, and sometimes awkward. But while it’s relatively easy to raise funds in dire situations or emergencies, getting donors to invest can be trickier when your charity seems financially stable. Do You Struggle to Make Sense of Your Financial Statements? Get the free guide!

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E78 Partners

MARCH 3, 2025

Despite these favorable conditions, successful IPOs require meticulous preparation, robust financial reporting, and a governance framework that instills investor confidence. Companies must ensure they are operationally, financially, and strategically ready for the transition to public markets.

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The Charity CFO

JANUARY 29, 2025

Book a FREE consultation here Do You Struggle to Make Sense of Your Financial Statements? Get our FREE GUIDE to nonprofit financial reports, featuring illustrations, annotations, and insights to help you better understand your organization's finances. If you need help with your accounting and bookkeeping, lets talk.

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The Finance Weekly

OCTOBER 27, 2022

The horrors are real when it comes to financial reporting. The worst part is that without the proper technology to help streamline and integrate financial reporting processes, your business will continue to have cascading errors, which will eventually result in the worst of all horrors: performance bottlenecking.

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Financial Reporting Finance Cash Flow Forecasting Forecasting 52

The Charity CFO

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

A well-crafted budget is a reflection of your mission and a roadmap to financial sustainability. It helps you communicate how you’re going to make the difference you want to see in the world. It can be a tool to galvanize your team, community, and supporters. Do You Struggle to Make Sense of Your Financial Statements?

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Nonprofit Budgeting Prioritization CFO 52

The Charity CFO

JANUARY 15, 2025

Both experts agreed that open communication and realistic goal-setting are crucial for creating a workable budget. Anderson highlighted the need for fundraisers to communicate clearly about the timing of pledge payments and cash flow implications. Do You Struggle to Make Sense of Your Financial Statements? Get the free guide!

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Spreadym

AUGUST 17, 2023

A financial reporting dashboard is a visual representation of financial data and key performance indicators (KPIs) presented in a consolidated and easily digestible format. Decision Making : Financial reporting dashboards enable data-driven decision making by providing stakeholders with timely and accurate information.

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The Charity CFO

JANUARY 22, 2025

Provide clear, consistent financial reports and templates tailored to each departments needs. Intuitive cloud-based software makes accessing and understanding these reports easier than ever. Challenge #2: Knowledge Gaps in Financial Literacy Some leaders may feel unprepared to take on financial responsibilities.

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Nonprofit Leadership Accounting Budgeting 52

CFO Talks

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

When you’re young, focus on deeply understanding the core accounting principles, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance. Understand that as a CFO, your role is not just about numbers but about influencing and guiding the organisation’s financial health and strategy.

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E78 Partners

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Take a critical look at areas prone to audit issues—such as revenue recognition, procurement, impairment, and financial reporting—ensuring that controls in these high-risk areas meet compliance standards.

Auditing 59

Auditing Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) GAAP Compliance 59

Fpanda Club

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

Management reporting involves a set of reports submitted to management that aims at supporting decision-making process and monitoring progress. Performance management is a range of practices which a company uses to measure its performance and communicate results. Turning to soft skills, it’s not so easy here.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) 130

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

The Charity CFO

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

According to Sheri’s research, organizations that can quantify and communicate how they’re changing lives are 68% more likely to win grants compared to those who only report on outputs (e.g. Book a FREE consultation here Do You Struggle to Make Sense of Your Financial Statements? number of people served).

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Nonprofit Leadership Communication Prioritization 52

CFO Talks

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Communicate Clearly and Honestly Uncertainty makes people nervous. Automate routine tasks: Use software to handle things like expense tracking, financial reporting, or payroll. As a CFO, your ability to focus on what you know, stay flexible, communicate clearly, and leverage your team’s strengths can turn chaos into clarity.

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CFO Budgeting Forecasting Communication 52

Planful

SEPTEMBER 6, 2021

In an ideal world, financial reports should build shareholder trust by offering accurate data about the performance of the company. In reality, a company’s financial report can be more flimsy—involving estimates and judgment from leadership that’s far from the truth. at its peak to $0.26

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Financial Reporting Valuation IFRS GAAP 40

Future CFO

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

The rigour of the IPO process requires the company to re-evaluate and refine its strategy and processes and helps it attain the high standard of financial reporting and corporate governance required of a listed company,” says Joshua Ong , managing partner & practice leader for capital markets & IPO at Baker Tilly Singapore.

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Financial Reporting Compliance Communication Finance 98

CFO Share

JULY 16, 2024

In contrast, a CFO is a more strategic financial professional, focusing on long-term planning, investor relations, and overarching financial strategy. Purpose of the Role The controller ensures financial reporting compliance and accuracy while preventing and detecting fraud. CFOs must also be excellent communicators.

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Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) CFO General Ledger Compliance 98

Planful

MARCH 18, 2019

The FP&A team is numbers-oriented, but also requires a great deal of communication skills. The financial reporting manager must be able to clearly explain specific financial concepts at a high level for busy executives. FP&A teams can do so by leveraging these four essential types of financial reports techniques.

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Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Financial Reporting Cash Flow Forecasting Forecasting 40

CFO Talks

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Ethical leadership ensures that businesses comply with labour laws, environmental regulations, and financial reporting standards. c) Social Media and Corporate Responsibility Companies must be responsible for how they communicate online. Ethical companies are less likely to face scandals, fraud, and lawsuits.

Leadership 52

Leadership Profit and Loss Communication Accounting 52

CFO Talks

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Different work styles, communication preferences, and problem-solving approaches may create friction. As CFO, you need to articulate a clear financial vision that transcends individual tasks and roles. Setting clear KPIs and ensuring that these are communicated across the team is essential.

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Finance Problem Solving CFO Communication 98

CFO Talks

JANUARY 8, 2025

For example, financial reporting software can provide real-time visibility into your company’s performance. Instead of waiting for monthly reports, you can spot trends as they happen and act quickly. Transparent communication is the antidote. Imagine a scenario where rising fuel prices increase delivery costs.

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The Finance Weekly

JANUARY 19, 2025

AI in financial planning uses important technologies like: Machine Learning (ML) - AI learns from data and makes better predictions over time. Natural Language Processing (NLP) - AI understands and processes human language, making it easier to analyze financial reports and documents.

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Planning Analyzing Data Financial Data Risk Management 52

CFO Talks

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Communication, conflict management, time management, attention to detail. What key skills should a newly qualified accountant develop on their path to becoming a CFO? Values are critical. Resilience, dedication, loyalty, reliability. Soft skills. Leadership skills. Stress management skills.

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Leadership CFO Prioritization Education 98

CFO Talks

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Transparency: Clear and Honest Communication Builds Trust A well-governed company does not hide critical information from its stakeholders. Instead, it openly shares details about its financial health, risks, and key decisions. Instead, it openly shares details about its financial health, risks, and key decisions.

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Profit and Loss Leadership Accounting Financial Reporting 52

CFO News Room

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Most financial managers have previous experience working in market analysis and forecasting positions similar to this one. Financial managers are responsible for developing long-term financial plans, directing investment activities, and generating financial reports for their company. Communication Skills.

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Finance Budgeting Financial Analyst Compliance 130

CFO Talks

SEPTEMBER 28, 2024

Create a narrative for your financial results each quarter. This not only helps in communicating to stakeholders but also in identifying which strategies are driving success and which need tweaking. Set Clear, Measurable Goals Turning financial performance into real-world results starts with clear goals.

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Communication CFO Numbers Leverage 98

CFO Talks

DECEMBER 10, 2024

They keep a business on track, protecting assets, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and promoting efficient operations. Consider Satyam Computers, a large IT company in India that collapsed in 2009 due to fraudulent financial reporting. Instead, focus on designing policies that are practical and easy to implement.

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CFO Talks

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Steps to use historical data effectively: Review financial reports from previous years. The world is constantly changing, and factors such as inflation, interest rates, and economic conditions can impact financial forecasts. How to stay updated with real-time data: Monitor financial reports regularly.

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Forecasting Budgeting Economics Planning 52

E78 Partners

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Once the deal is complete, the team often supports integration, aligning operations and financial reporting across entities. The manager is the primary point of contact for clients, managing communication and addressing any questions or concerns. What Is the Role of a Transaction Services Manager?

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Securities Restructuring Valuation Financial Modeling 52

The Finance Weekly

FEBRUARY 22, 2025

Budgeting & Forecasting - Automate budgeting processes and generate real-time financial forecasts based on live data. Scenario Planning - Utilize AI-powered "what-if" modeling to assess financial outcomes and optimize strategies. A 30-day trial is available for the base plan.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) 52

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Planning General Ledger (GL) Forecasting 52

CFO Talks

AUGUST 28, 2024

Understanding the Regulatory Framework South Africa’s regulatory environment is governed by a myriad of laws and standards that mandate specific reporting obligations. These include the Companies Act, the Tax Administration Act, the Financial Sector Regulation Act, and the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), among others.

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