Thu.Apr 25, 2024

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Companies cut salary budget increases to 3.6%, trim promotions: Mercer

CFO Dive

Plans for slower gains to salaries align with Thursday data showing that economic growth slowed to just 1.6% last quarter, far less than expected.

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FP&A is a Swiss multi-tool in a pocket of a management team

Fpanda Club

With constantly evolving role of the finance function in the organization, these are FP&A practitioners who feel the most pressure to be jack-of-all-trades. Growing variety and complexity of tasks force them to develop skills, both hard and soft, to keep up with all requirements and expectations. There is a specific product on the market I could associate FP&A with, and this is a Swiss multi-tool.

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Proposed PCAOB rule risks turning auditors into legal watchdogs

CFO Dive

The NOCLAR proposal would impose on auditors greatly expanded responsibilities for identifying — or even preventing — noncompliance with a very wide range of laws, PwC’s Brian Croteau writes.

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Metamorphosis: Technology as the biggest catalyst to transformation

Future CFO

In the age of disruption and change, agility and adaptability have become key factors to ensure the survivability of a company. Affin Bank Headquarters Malaysia-based Affin Bank Berhad, the financial holding company of Affin Islamic Bank Berhad , Affin Hwang Investment Bank Berhad , Affin Moneybrokers Sdn Berhad , AXA AFFIN Life Insurance Berhad and AXA AFFIN General Insurance Berhad, saw the need to transform with the changing times and this was what started them on their journey of Metamorphos

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The Human Side of Finance: The Intersectionality of People, Culture, Adaptability, and Resilience

Speaker: Melissa Hurrington

Finance isn’t just about the numbers. It’s about the people behind them. In a world of constant disruption, resilient finance teams aren’t just operationally efficient. They are adaptable, engaged, and deeply connected to a strong organizational culture. Success lies at the intersection of people, culture, adaptability, and resilience. Finance leaders who master this balance will build teams that thrive through uncertainty and drive long-term business impact.

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Former Chuck E. Cheese exec takes Dave & Buster’s CFO seat

CFO Dive

The change comes as Dave & Buster's looks to drive growth through a dining experience overhaul, among other initiatives.

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Large businesses want zero-trust strategy

CFO News

In the constantly evolving world, where the risks are high, the majority of businesses are adopting a zero-trust strategy. More than half of the large organisations have implemented zero-trust architecture to prevent data breaches.

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Reviving a Financially Troubled Business: The Role of the CFO

CFO Share

Small businesses that need a turnaround are often on the brink of a breakthrough, just weeks or months, or one big deal away from success. As a result, if your business is in financial trouble, you probably feel an unusual mix of hope and desperation, anxiety and optimism. Working tirelessly to break through the morass, founders often focus too much on sales and operations while under leveraging the skills of a CFO.

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Indian economy stands out with strong show: Finance Ministry

CFO News

India's finance ministry highlighted the country's "promising economic performance," citing resilient growth, stable prices, and a strong external sector in its monthly economic report for March. Despite global uncertainties, India's economy remains robust, driven by factors like domestic demand, investment, and manufacturing momentum. The report also noted favorable monsoon forecasts, which are expected to boost agricultural output and ease inflation concerns.

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Asia sees surge in sustainable financing

Future CFO

From green bonds to transition finance, Asian markets are experiencing a surge in sustainable financing, according to BNP Paribas. The said increase in sustainable finance is brought about by supportive regulatory environments. Green bonds, in particular, are gaining momentum, according to BNP Paribas. This paves the way for Asia to become the world’s second-largest issuer, set to account for 20% of the global supply in 2024.

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Maximizing Profit and Productivity: The New Era of AI-Powered Accounting

Speaker: Yohan Lobo

In the accounting world, staying ahead means embracing the tools that allow you to work smarter, not harder. Outdated processes and disconnected systems can hold your organization back, but the right technologies can help you streamline operations, boost productivity, and improve client delivery. Dive into the strategies and innovations transforming accounting practices.

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Mop up from divestment, asset sale beats FY24 RE of Rs 30,000 crore

CFO News

In FY24, government's capital receipts surpassed Rs 30,000 crore from disinvestment and asset monetisation. The budget combined targets under miscellaneous receipts. CPSE dividend collections reached a new peak of Rs 63,749 crore in 2023-24.

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Case Study: Financial Clarity with Modern Nonprofit Accounting Software

The Charity CFO

For nonprofit organizations, accounting comes with a lot of complexity. Categorizing transactions, reporting income, and meeting compliance requirements can be overwhelming. In this case study, we’ll explore real stories of nonprofits who have transformed their organizations by using technology to streamline their financial infrastructure. Instead of slow, paper-driven, backward-looking accounting, these organizations are moving quickly through digital integrations allowing them to focus on th

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PE Advent International queues up for a stake in Apollo 24/7

CFO News

Apollo 24/7 is part of Apollo HealthCo, a subsidiary of Apollo Hospitals. HealthCo also houses the pharmacy distribution business and a 25.5% interest in Apollo Pharmacy. It accounts for about 40% of Apollo Hospitals’ revenue.

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Reviving a Financially Troubled Business: The Role of the CFO

CFO Share

Small businesses that need a turnaround are often on the brink of a breakthrough, just weeks or months, or one big deal away from success. As a result, if your business is in financial trouble, you probably feel an unusual mix of hope and desperation, anxiety and optimism. Working tirelessly to break through the morass, founders often focus too much on sales and operations while under leveraging the skills of a CFO.

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Smarter Card Solutions: Meeting the Challenges of Mid-Market Travel & Expense

Our 2025 Center Travel Survey is clear: as corporate travel increases, so does corporate credit cards distribution, and a rise in off-platform travel booking. This 61% rise causes various challenges: compliance, spend control, reporting problems, and a lack of visibility across organizations. To evolve with the ever-changing needs of travelers, decision-makers need a better solution.

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Navigating strategic FP&A for SaaS businesses

Cube Software

Understanding SaaS financial metrics Let's start by discussing the bread and butter of finance functions everywhere: the metrics.

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Reviving a Financially Troubled Business: The Role of the CFO

CFO Share

Small businesses that need a turnaround are often on the brink of a breakthrough, just weeks or months, or one big deal away from success. As a result, if your business is in financial trouble, you probably feel an unusual mix of hope and desperation, anxiety and optimism. Working tirelessly to break through the morass, founders often focus too much on sales and operations while under leveraging the skills of a CFO.

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The importance of good ethics among finance professionals

Future CFO

The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) identified the importance of good ethics among finance professionals as one of the pathways to make a positive impact in tackling various issues. Such concerns include climate change, social inequality, and a widespread lack of trust, ACCA says. As a professional accountant, one is already aware that they can make a difference to build a better world that works for everyone, although it can be hard to know how to put that knowledge into

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ION Corporates Bond Pricing

Reval

ION Corporates Bond Pricing The post ION Corporates Bond Pricing appeared first on ION.

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Bringing AI to Finance: How to Leverage Technology for Efficiency and Control

Finance teams are balancing more than ever, but manual processes shouldn’t slow you down. In this ebook from BILL, discover how AI is transforming finance—automating AP, expense tracking, and document management to reduce errors, increase efficiency, and improve financial control. Learn how real companies are using AI-powered automation to streamline workflows, detect anomalies, and gain deeper insights.

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Gender diversity still a long way away among CFOs as women still remain underrepresented

CFO News

Despite gender diversity efforts in India, women are underrepresented in CFO roles. Challenges include bias, retention issues, and supply-side constraints. Companies struggle to retain high-potential women, impacting women's rise to top finance roles.

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The Mentoring Round | Naresh Bansal, CFO, Menlo Security

CFO Thought Leader

Inside The Mentoring Round, CFO Naresh Bansal emphasizes the importance of flexibility and readiness to adapt to unforeseen changes in the business environment, illustrating this with his own experiences of sudden shifts in company strategy and market conditions. He discusses how his role shifted towards more strategic capital allocation, particularly in response to changing economic conditions such as those brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, underscoring the need for CFOs to be agile in th

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Petitions pile up as GST notices come after 3 years of returns filing

CFO News

Many businesses, who were served with goods and services tax (GST) notices in December 2023 and January of this year following the extension of the notice issuance deadline, have taken their grievances to various high courts, contesting the legal legitimacy of the notices.

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Sam Pitroda inheritance tax debate: What is inheritance tax in India

CFO News

What is inheritance tax: When someone passes away, it's important to understand that there are two types of taxes that may apply - estate and inheritance taxes. Estate taxes are calculated based on the total value of the deceased person's possessions as of the date of death, whereas inheritance taxes are charged on the individuals who receive the property.

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Say ‘Goodbye’ to Clunky Spreadsheets and Say ‘Hello’ to Month-End Automation

Technology is rapidly changing the way accountants perform and manage month-end activities. Spreadsheets, emails, and shared drives no longer need to slow you down. In under four weeks, your team can start reaping the benefits of month-end close automation by vastly reducing spreadsheets, cut down on reconciliation work, speed up the month-end close, and better manage your remote team.

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Sebi gives approval to CRISIL subsidiary to provide ESG ratings

CFO News

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has approved CRISIL ESG Ratings & Analytics Limited as a Category 1 provider of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) ratings. The approval comes at a time when ESG disclosures are improving and financial markets recognize the need for independent ESG ratings.

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FirstCry to refile IPO papers post Sebi order

CFO News

FirstCry is set to withdraw its papers for an up to $500 million IPO as early as next week, after India's markets regulator raised questions over key metrics it disclosed to investors.

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Won't back down, says Religare's Rashmi Saluja amid tiff with Burman family

CFO News

"I may have agreed that five years ago, I didn't have the experience, but after five years, three successful businesses, a company turnaround and a great team and board to support me, I will not back down," Saluja told ET in an interview. "Any allegations of corporate governance against the board and the management are directly reflected toward the regulators.

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Kotak MD & CEO's assurance to customers after RBI’s curb

CFO News

Reserve Bank of India on Wednesday halted Kotak Mahindra to onboard customers for its digital-only zero-balance saving accounts. Ashok Vaswani, MD & CEO of Kotak Mahindra Bank released a letter assuring uninterrupted services to the pre existing customers.

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Outsourcing Vs. In-House: The Ultimate Battle For Better Collections

Speaker: Susan Richards

Your past-due accounts are growing, cash flow is tightening, and the pressure is on. The big question: Do you handle the collections internally or outsource to experts? Both strategies come with advantages and risks - but which one delivers the best impact for your business? In this session we’ll dive deep into the in-house vs. outsourcing debate, examining cost-effectiveness, efficiency, compliance risks, and overall recovery success rates.