CFO Talks

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Holton’s professional path is guided by a passion for numbers and a philosophy that sees finance not just as a support function, but as a powerful tool for steering businesses toward success. I loved the intricacy of number, how these 10 digits can tell a story depending on the context they are places and the accuracy of the information.

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Future CFO

MARCH 3, 2025

By 2025, the traditional image of number-crunching accountants confined to back offices will be a relic of the past. Harding emphasises the importance of "the abilities to influence, the abilities to lead, the abilities to communicate and the ability to inspire." The finance function is undergoing a seismic shift.

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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

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

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. Communication, conflict management, time management, attention to detail.

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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. Share your favorite leadership lesson.

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Future CFO

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

She explained that regularly communicating financial KPIs to business leaders helps them understand the current situation and how close or far the company is towards its targets. “To The post Critical lessons in finance leadership in 2022 appeared first on FutureCFO. They say work is easy if you really enjoy doing it.

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Future CFO

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

For Shivam Kumar , finance director for Southeast Asia & Taiwan at pure-play consumer healthcare company Haleon , the future approach to finance leadership boils down to focusing on the fundamentals: consistent, competitive, sustainable and profitable growth for revenue, profit, and cash with equal emphasis on growth of the Finance team.

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Finance Healthcare Benchmarking Forecasting 96

The Charity CFO

JANUARY 15, 2025

Anderson shared her experiences as a CPA, noting the frustration of dealing with arbitrary fundraising targets or “plug” numbers to balance the budget. Both experts agreed that open communication and realistic goal-setting are crucial for creating a workable budget.

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The Charity CFO

JANUARY 29, 2025

million nonprofits in the United States – nearly double the number from 30 years ago – organizations need to stand out in an increasingly crowded field. Check out the full interview with Howard here: Why Strong Branding Matters for Nonprofits Howard emphasizes that with approximately 1.6

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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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Navigator SAP

JULY 15, 2022

It requires budget and commitment from leadership, and change management from employees. TCO: Don't Neglect Overall Costs ERP buyers often calculate costs simply by finding out the subscription price for a set number of users. When is the right time to consider an ERP solution? However, choosing an ERP platform is not a simple task.

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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

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. We are thrilled to welcome Sara to the CFO Club Podcast.

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CFO Talks

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Yvonne’s career in finance and leadership has positioned her as an influential figure, holding executive roles since 2005 and contributing significantly to MINT’s growth and innovation. From an early age, I was fascinated with numbers and business economics. This involves honest, transparent communication with all parties involved.

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CFO Thought Leader

JANUARY 6, 2025

Looking back, Seymour tells us she has consistently applied a storytelling through numbers philosophy. If I was to give you a little bit more color on what that means, we leverage demand forecasting to help businesses schedule the right number of employees at the right time.

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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. number of people served). This shift has real consequences for nonprofits seeking funding.

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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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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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CFO Talks

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Guided by influential mentors, Thobile recognized that finance goes beyond numbers—it impacts decision-making that drives business and individual success. I always loved working with numbers, and mathematics was one of my favorite subjects. What sparked your interest in finance?

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CFO Talks

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Connecting with Your Audience, Communication, and Executive Presence In the fast-paced world of corporate finance, CFOs in South Africa are expected to do more than just crunch numbers—they need to be effective communicators. But when addressing your finance team, you’ll need to dive into the details of numbers and processes.

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CFO Talks

MARCH 11, 2025

Communicate a Clear Vision One of the biggest reasons change fails is poor communication. Instead of relying solely on emails or official announcements, they should communicate through team meetings, one-on-one discussions, and open forums where employees can ask questions. How to Manage Change Effectively 1.

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CFO Talks

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

The Importance of Integrity in Leadership In the ever-evolving landscape of corporate governance, CFOs in South Africa play a pivotal role in shaping the ethical framework of their organisations. Integrity, at its core, is non-negotiable in leadership—it builds trust, fosters accountability, and drives sustainable success.

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CFO Talks

JANUARY 8, 2025

Delegating significant responsibilities, such as leading a budget review or preparing a report for senior leadership, helps them build confidence and skills. Not only does this make your department more efficient, but it also builds problem-solving and leadership skills. Breaking out of this bubble is critical for growth.

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Finance Budgeting Problem Solving Accounts Payable 52

CFO Thought Leader

AUGUST 18, 2024

This partnership, Shakir tells us, has proven to be but one of a number of alliances in Tata’s journey toward becoming “the national AI champion for all of India.” ” –Kabir Ahmed Shakir, CFO, Tata Communications CFOTL: What makes Tata’s approach to partnerships unique, different, or otherwise meaningful?

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CFO News Room

JANUARY 27, 2023

Enjoy the current installment of “Weekend Reading For Financial Planners” – this week’s edition kicks off with the news that CFP Board announced this week that it is splitting into two separate organizations with the same leadership but different nonprofit statuses.

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CFO Talks

JANUARY 22, 2025

With over two decades of professional experience spanning finance, accounting, and leadership, Henk’s journey began in high school, where his passion for numbers was ignited by managing his own small business and assisting with his fathers bookkeeping. What future goals are you excited about? Step last out of office.

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Future CFO

MAY 27, 2024

Kell says female participation in management has seen notable progress over the years, but concedes that challenges persist, particularly at senior leadership levels. These experiences nurtured my ability to start viewing the finance function not just through the lens of numbers but as a critical component of overall business performance."

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Future CFO

MARCH 5, 2025

Winnie Law , CFO, Technology & Operations (T&O), Global Functionsand Fit for Growth, Standard Chartered , believes the war on talent continues to be a challenge as the role of Finance pivots from being mere number crunchers and financial journalists to strategy influencers.

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Finance Problem Solving Technology Communication 91

PYMNTS

APRIL 20, 2020

He told Bloomberg Television’s Leadership Live broadcast on Monday (April 20) no one knows when the lodging industry will rebound from impacts of COVID-19. Of that number, 1,000 are in the U.S. Arne Sorenson, Marriott International Inc.’s But one thing is clear, he said. The Maryland-based hotel giant has approximately 1.4

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CFO Talks

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Rowen’s career in finance and leadership has positioned him as an influential figure, serving in executive roles across various sectors, including transportation, investment, and industrial management. I’ve always had a natural inclination toward numbers; they just made sense to me in a way that’s hard to explain.

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CFO Leadership

APRIL 5, 2023

1 This means that executive leadership should hold the chief human resources officer (CHRO) as well as business leaders throughout the organization accountable as they partner to develop and deploy a suitable talent strategy. The post Talent Strategies Demand a New Normal first appeared on CFO Leadership.

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Fpanda Club

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

Performance management is a range of practices which a company uses to measure its performance and communicate results. However, interpersonal and communication skills are equally important, especially today when we are witnessing a huge shift of the FP&A organization towards business partnership model.

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The Charity CFO

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Forget about the numbers for a second. 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. Communicate the Budgets Impact Your budget should be used as a communication tool for donors and stakeholders.

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Jedox Finance

MAY 30, 2022

In addition, a number of usability enhancements make it easier to design, test and deploy planning solutions at scale. release makes it easier to orchestrate and communicate enterprise-wide workstreams. How the Jedox EPM platform 2022.2

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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. The accountancy profession, as we know it, faced challenges in technology--what with the concerns on how artificial intelligence poses threat on their jobs regarding the way it can take over their roles.

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Accounting Finance Problem Solving Accounts Payable 105

Fpanda Club

MAY 17, 2022

No wonder, stakeholders can merely recognize the numbers they will be accountable for next year. Managers are focused on reaching the year-end numbers rather than on adapting to changing environment with its new threats and opportunities. Too many people involved. It doesn’t help run business. References: 1.

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