CFO News Room

DECEMBER 16, 2022

And while there’s no guarantee that any job will be immune to cutbacks or layoffs, some industries weather economic storms better than others. After all, people will always need financial services, whether investing their money , taking out loans, or managing their taxes. Financial Examiner. Average salary: $81,410 per year.

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Future CFO

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

Should companies integrate their ESG reporting with their financial reporting? Fouesnant concedes that investors are asking for it, and therefore a company can no longer get away with just disclosing its financial data. However, many CFOs still see non-financial metrics around ESG as costs.

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Fpanda Club

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

FP&A analyst, in turn, is a promising yet developing profession that can be interesting to graduates with finance, statistics, economics or business degrees as well as to finance professionals from adjacent disciplines. Planning, budgeting and forecasting are linked together forming financial planning processes.

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CFO Talks

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Looking ahead, I aim to continue serving on boards that focus on skills development and small business growth, as these are critical areas for economic empowerment and job creation. When I eventually retire from active employment, I envision dedicating my time to various boards, where I can share my expertise and help shape impactful programmes.

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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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CFO Talks

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Practical Applications of Predictive Analytics in Risk Management To get started with predictive analytics, you don’t need to be a data scientist. Financial Risk Forecasting Predictive models can analyse your company’s financial data—such as revenue patterns, cash flow, and expenses—to identify potential financial risks.

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Bramasol

MAY 13, 2024

Its primary role is to oversee and regulate the auditing of public companies to protect investors' interests and ensure the integrity of financial reporting. Standard-Setting: It plays a role in setting and updating auditing standards to enhance the quality of audits and financial reporting. Why Should You Care?

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The Finance Weekly

OCTOBER 13, 2021

Earlier this year, Oracle identified four repeating techniques that the most ambitious and inventive organizations have used to obtain a competitive advantage and achieve significant development: business model innovation; mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures, accelerate the financial close, and developing a risk-aware culture.

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Future CFO

DECEMBER 31, 2021

The rising interest in ESG investments is prompting the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) to actively pursue sustainable finance in a bid to drive long-term sustainable economic growth. This includes having all financial institutions make climate-related disclosures from June 2022.

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Future CFO

JANUARY 22, 2024

Real-time Data Insights The advent of cloud-based accounting solutions has turned real-time financial data availability into a reality for businesses of all sizes. In the present landscape, businesses can access up-to-date financial information at any given moment, empowering them to make well-informed decisions promptly.

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Centage

DECEMBER 7, 2022

The Planning Maestro App for QuickBooks Online Advanced provides a two-way sync of financial data between QuickBooks Online Advanced and Planning Maestro, resulting in improved efficiency, fewer manual processes, and greater confidence in data quality and integrity. Want to see it in action? Check out our video here.

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Future CFO

AUGUST 7, 2024

Partnering with other C-suites executives To be able to adapt with the shifts, Ho takes note of the fact that CFOs often have a seat at the Board and are required to act as the CEOs' business partner working hand-in-hand to steer the company through the current economic climate. Partnering’ is nothing new," says Ho.

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CFO Talks

AUGUST 21, 2024

Anticipating Financial Challenges: Strategic Measures for Corporate Finance As a CFO in South Africa or elsewhere in Africa, you’re no stranger to the financial hurdles that come your way. Economic shifts, new regulations, and technological changes constantly test your ability to keep your company financially stable.

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The Finance Weekly

MARCH 25, 2024

She led Oracle's transition to cloud computing which skyrocketed the company's industry status and has successfully guided Oracle through challenging economic periods. They also pitch in on major financial moves like mergers and fundraising. They guide department heads, help with budgeting, and analyze financial data to steer the ship.

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Spreadym

OCTOBER 3, 2023

FP&A candidates typically have a background in finance, accounting, or a related field and possess a combination of skills and knowledge in financial analysis, modeling, and strategic planning. Many candidates also hold advanced degrees like a Master's in Business Administration (MBA) or a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation.

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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 helps in preparing the organization for unexpected changes in the market.

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Centage

JANUARY 17, 2023

Your budget vs actual statement is exactly that – an important part of a business’s financial reporting that shows, for a period of time, what your actual income and actual expenses look like compared to what you thought they would. Budget vs Actual Statement – What It Is and What It Isn’t.

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Finvisage

DECEMBER 31, 2019

Accountancy firm PwC is reported to have been hired by the company to look at its accounts, which are audited by Grant Thornton. The accountancy watchdog, the Financial Reporting Council, said: “We are looking into this matter carefully and will give full consideration to further action as more facts become available.”

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Future CFO

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

"It is absolutely critical businesses implement an accounting and reporting system for their ESG data that is as auditable, transparent, and reliable as their financial data accounting," Hasenoehrl says, "2024 is the year we have to start treating enterprise carbon data the same way we treat financial data."

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The Charity CFO

JULY 19, 2024

As an executive-level role, the CFO is in charge of guiding the overall financial strategy of the organization. Nonprofit CFOs are also responsible for clearly and accurately reporting financial data to the board of directors. The CFO is the top level of responsibility in the financial department of an organization.

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Spreadym

JULY 10, 2023

Adjustments are made to ensure that financial statements reflect the economic reality of the period being closed. The financial close process is crucial for ensuring accurate and reliable financial reporting.

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PYMNTS

OCTOBER 30, 2020

The demand for faster payments is ringing louder than ever during the economic downturn. Pandemic-induced economic disruptions have hit small- to medium-sized businesses ( SMBs ) especially hard, and these firms must protect steady cash flows to survive. On the consumer side, [cash flow reporting is] not a concern,” Carter said. “If

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The Finance Weekly

MAY 29, 2024

A study revealed that inefficiencies in the traditional FP&A role, like manual preparation of P&Ls, balance sheets, and cash flows, lead to an annual economic loss of $6.1 billion in economic potential remains untapped by overlooking growth opportunities in FP&A. Simplify regulatory reporting and minimize errors.

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Global Finance

JULY 31, 2024

Data must be encrypted to protect personal and financial data at exit, with necessary data archived to comply with regulations. Globally, there is a shortage of nearly 4 million cybersecurity professionals, as per the World Economic Forum. This includes measures to review dormant accounts for suspicious activity.

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Centage

OCTOBER 3, 2022

Limited Visibility To conduct financial data analysis, your business needs to test various hypothetical scenarios. Minimal Reporting Capabilities If you rely on Excel spreadsheets, you may be dealing with minimal reporting capabilities and delayed reporting.

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Jedox Finance

JULY 11, 2023

In 2022, requirements related to several ESG issues accelerated with the European Financial Reporting Advisory Group (EFRAG) approving the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS). The standards are designed to bring sustainability reporting on par with financial reporting over time.

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Centage

JANUARY 19, 2024

The challenge of multi-location cost allocation In a multi-location scenario, a company must grapple with more variables: regional economic variations, differing cost structures, unique market conditions, and more. In these cases, the dynamics of spend allocation become more intricate and complex.

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Planful

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Another impediment to a fast month-end close is the fact that most organizations don’t have a single source of truth collecting and housing all of their real-time data. Instead, financial data is spread in multiple enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems across various business units.

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Centage

OCTOBER 3, 2022

To conduct financial data analysis, your business needs to test various hypothetical scenarios. If you rely on Excel spreadsheets, you may be dealing with minimal reporting capabilities and delayed reporting. For budget forecasters, real-time financial reporting has become increasingly vital.

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Planful

JANUARY 11, 2022

And as the economic recovery continues and business operations slowly return to normal, the digital surge shows no signs of slowing down. Consistent with their 2018 forecast, McKinsey’s late 2020 study found that organizations that invested more in digital than their competitors were twice as likely to report outsize revenue growth.

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Musings on Markets

JULY 14, 2021

Almost in parallel, accounting as a profession found its footing and worked on creating rules that would apply to reporting, at least at publicly traded companies, with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) making its appearance in 1933.

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CFO Talks

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

We develop financial strategies, direct the finance team, liaise with auditors and regulators, and produce annual financial statements. A big part of our work is ensuring compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). A CFO, on the other hand, takes a much broader view.

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E78 Partners

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Middle-market companies face increasing pressure to maintain their value edge in this competitive financial landscape. Changing economic conditions, technological advancements, and an increasing demand for quick decisions based on cross-functional data have fundamentally reshaped how businesses operate.

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CFO Talks

MARCH 12, 2025

Cybersecurity awareness is also essential, as protecting financial data from fraud and cyber threats is now a fundamental part of financial management. Read Books and Research Papers Reading finance books and research papers provides deeper insights into financial principles and emerging trends.

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