Beacon CFO Plus

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Understanding the Responsibilities of a Part-Time CFO If you are bringing a fractional CFO into the folds of your business, you should have a solid grasp on the types of tasks and responsibilities he or she will provide. A fractional CFO’s role typically falls within the scope of their financial expertise—their job is to provide that financial strategy and leadership needed to guide the operations of your business both short-term and long-term.

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CFO Dive

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

The new project is the latest addition to the FASB’s agenda, which has been packed with high-profile initiatives.

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CFO News

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Accounting: Helen Brand says that developing economies like India, China, and Malaysia can bridge this gap and they need to be supported.

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CFO Dive

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

The finance chief says the telecom giant is “on track” when it comes to priorities such as improving free cash flow and growing its wireless service revenue.

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Barry Ritholtz

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Before yesterday’s FOMC meeting, I reiterated my view from July 2023 that this hiking cycle was – or at least should be – over. The Narrative bias driving commentary today is that this sudden bullishness is the market sussing out the last hike. But this after-the-fact story does not resonate as truth with me, as it looks more like the 10% market correction of October 2023 has ended.

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CFO News

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

​The Q3 2023 CFO survey found that 28% of CFOs are pessimistic about the economy, which represents a seven percentage-point increase since last quarter. However, more than three-fourths (76%) of finance leaders predict net profit growth, with just over half (52%) saying their organisations will grow profits by more than 5%.

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CFO Dive

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Nearly a year after the collapse of his $40 billion cryptocurrency exchange, former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried was found guilty Thursday on seven federal counts.

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NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Services Sector: The rate of new business received by companies was at the weakest level since May, yet grew for the 27th consecutive month.

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CFO Dive

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Alex Chriss, who took the top post in September, tapped a new finance chief Wednesday and pledged to better focus the digital payment company's strategy.

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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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Nerd's Eye View

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Many financial advisors have found that serving a client niche not only helps them run a more efficient firm (as they work with clients facing similar planning issues), but also attracts more new clients (as they are able to offer a unique value proposition for clients within the niche). Notably, though, while certain clients are likely to stay within the niche throughout their lives (e.g., retired clients tend to remain retired until their deaths), other clients might 'evolve' out of the niche

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E78 Partners

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

The role of a CFO in middle and lower middle market private equity-backed companies is challenging, especially when you may be the first CFO in the company’s history. For starters, PE investors demand a level of rigor, insightfulness, and timeliness around financial reporting and KPIs at a higher level of sophistication than the organization is used to.

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Future CFO

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Proactively managing security risks has its own advantages, especially considering the fast pace of digital transformation around the world. Organisations keep up with the changes and finance leaders lean on measures to mitigate any potential risk. According to KPMG 's Global Tech Report 2023 , among the advantages of proactive security risk management include improving the success rates of transformation projects, building trusted relationships with a wide range of stakeholders including custom

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CFO News

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Lenders to the insolvent airline Go First will likely meet to assess a fund-infusion plan into the grounded carrier. However, regulatory approval for lessors to repossess leased aircraft is making it unviable for bankers to commit fresh money to the first case of voluntary bankruptcy in Indian aviation.

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Future CFO

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Nium announced recently the launch of Global FX, a product built for FX risk mitigation and transparency in global money movement. The Singapore-headquartered cross-border payments company said Global FX allows for guaranteed and competitive FX rates so that users can do a better job in FX risk mitigation. One of the product's capabilities allows users to lock and hold an FX rate for up to 24 hours and settle FX conversions on a future scheduled date, which helps businesses mitigate the risk of

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CFO News

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

According to officials, the government is of the view that the EV market has reached a point of maturity. Besides, support is also being offered under performance-linked incentives for battery, and auto component manufacturing.

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Future CFO

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Many chief financial officers, if not all, undeniably aspire to take on the top job of their organisations one day in the future. Although this aspiration is not new, this raises two key considerations: the need for finance leaders to stretch their skills and the importance of developing new talent to fill the CFO role when incumbents move to a CEO position.

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CFO News

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

India's diamond industry plans to reduce its bank financing requirements by a third, targeting $4 billion for the current fiscal year, down from $6 billion in FY23. This comes amid a slowdown in global demand. Traders are focusing on clearing existing inventory rather than accumulating more, which would necessitate additional borrowing.

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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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FISPAN

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Today we had the chance to sit down with Savit Pirl, Managing Director overseeing Digital Payments, Lending, and Automation for Silicon Valley Bank (SVB), and Lisa Shields, CEO of FISPAN.

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CFO News

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Rbi Cross-border Rules: With regulatory clarity comes an opportunity to attract more venture money to tap into the burgeoning export-import market of a growing economy.

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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. Just with any leading executive position, a Fractional CFO’s decisions can greatly affect the company for years to come. You need to look for the right talent.

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CFO News

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

"It’s a time where all global companies and investors are revisiting where to invest, where to play, what industries, what countries… and guess what? India comes out as a place that is a very attractive place to be," says Maceda.

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The Charity CFO

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Elias Puurunen joins us today as an author, entrepreneur, and founder of Tractus Events. His origin story is an example of the opportunity that exists in our world. Elias was asked if he knew of an app that could track attendance for an annual insurance trade show. Without hesitation, he built a system that could complete the task. From there he was asked to come back and serve once more during a two-day educational event, and at that point his brand Tractus Events was here to stay.

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CFO News

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Adani Green Energy, the renewable energy company owned by Indian billionaire Gautam Adani, is reportedly in discussions with a consortium of foreign lenders to secure a loan of up to $1.8 billion. Sources familiar with the matter have indicated that the funds from this loan will be earmarked for the expansion of Adani Green Energy's solar and wind energy projects.

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The Charity CFO

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

In late November and early December, most people are thinking about the upcoming holidays. But charities and nonprofits are focused on one of the most important days of their year – Giving Tuesday. Since it was first organized more than a decade ago, it’s become a significant part of the financial picture for many nonprofits, who look forward to a surge in donations related to the giving-focused event.

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CFO News

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Sitharaman said both nations are further "deepening our civilisation ties" with connectivity as the new focus area. "As we enhance connectivity between our two countries, we build enduring bridges of experiences and opportunities for our peoples. We weave a future with shared prosperity, overcoming the challenges of the past," said the minister, who is on a visit to Sri Lanka.

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