Future CFO

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Accountants are now facing a new era of ethical challenges, as a recent research by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants found that leadership, culture, and sustainability are the top three areas of concern. According to the study, ethical dilemmas are becoming more complex amid a rise in business scandals and evolving expectations. Sixty-eight percent of respondents in Asia Pacific said that ethical dilemmas have become more difficult to resolve in the past three years.

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CFO Talks

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Using Predictive Analytics in Risk Management In today’s fast-paced business environment, managing risks effectively is more critical than ever. CFOs are tasked with not only safeguarding the financial health of their organisations but also navigating uncertainties that could impact business performance. One powerful tool that is transforming how businesses approach risk management is predictive analytics.

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CFO Dive

OCTOBER 15, 2024

The stakes are high as companies race to adopt cutting-edge technologies like artificial intelligence and look to avoid falling behind competitors.

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CFO News

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Top industry leaders on Tuesday lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his visionary leadership, which has catalysed India's remarkable digital transformation, hailing the government's support towards reforms, innovation, and collaboration.

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Speaker: Michael Veatch, Senior Director, Implementations & Ella Aguirre, Director of Solution Consulting

Embedding payments can be a transformative step for software companies looking to enhance their platform capabilities, boost customer satisfaction, and drive long-term growth. However, the success of payments hinges on a single thing: implementation. Drawing on real-world insights and experiences, payments implementation experts Michael Veatch and Ella Aguirre will explore actionable strategies that can lead to a transparent, friction-free launch and mitigate potential challenges like technical

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CFO Dive

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Teams must ensure that proper data governance and management policies are in place before even considering AI adoption, writes AvePoint’s Jim Caci.

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CFO Dive

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Two-out-of-five accountants said they most frequently face ethical challenges at work because of weaknesses in company leadership and culture, the ACCA said.

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Bank of the West

OCTOBER 15, 2024

As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, we honor the vibrant histories, diverse cultures, contributions and influence of Hispanic and Latino Americans. Here are the voices of inspiring Latino leaders and… Read more The post Inspiring leadership: Hispanic and Latino colleagues on what it takes to succeed in finance appeared first on About BMO.

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CFO Dive

OCTOBER 15, 2024

The credit ratings firm will pay State Street CFO Eric Aboaf a $2.4 million signing bonus when he takes their top financial seat in February.

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CFO News

OCTOBER 15, 2024

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) released a new Standard of Quality Management (SQM), potentially clashing with the National Financial Reporting Authority (NFRA). NFRA, regulator for auditors of listed and large companies, insists on government notification and argues for alignment with global norms to prevent financial discrepancies.

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Speaker: Amanda Adams, Fractional CFO, CPA

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Amanda Adams, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.

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Barry Ritholtz

OCTOBER 15, 2024

The transcript from this week’s, MiB: Joe Lonsdale of 8VC, Palantir, Adapar & Opto , is below. You can stream and download our full conversation, including any podcast extras, on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , YouTube , and Bloomberg. All of our earlier podcasts on your favorite pod hosts can be found here. ~~~ This is Masters in business with Barry Riol on Bloomberg Radio 00:00:16 [Speaker Changed] This week on the podcast.

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Cube Software

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Key takeaways Anaplan AI uses artificial intelligence and machine learning to provide practical insight into a company’s data. Anaplan has three AI solutions: PlanIQ, Optimizer, and predictive insights. Some top Anaplan AI alternatives include Cube, IBM Planning & Analytics, and Jedox. What is Anaplan? Anaplan is a business planning, forecasting , and performance management software platform that enables businesses to connect their financial, strategic, and operational planning in real-time.

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Future CFO

OCTOBER 15, 2024

The Asia-Pacific region has seen a notable turnaround in the IPO market in the third quarter of 2024, according to Ernst & Young. By overcoming earlier declines, Asia-Pacific has contributed to an 11% quarter-on-quarter increase in global IPO numbers. This rebound, EY says, was marked by increased activity in mainland China, Indonesia, Malaysia and South Korea and has brought in confidence into the global market amid times of heightened uncertainty.

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CFO Thought Leader

OCTOBER 15, 2024

As Aira Pineda stared out from her new office at a seemingly endless rice field, a voice inside her asked, ‘What are you doing here?” Only a year or two earlier, Pineda had been among the young urban professionals populating the bustling Philippine offices of accounting house KPMG. She had excelled quickly, so much so that she was assigned to a leadership role in a major audit project just 2 years into her career.

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Speaker: Abdi Ali, Sr. Lease Accounting Consultant

Join this insightful webinar with industry expert Abdi Ali, who will discuss the challenges that can arise from managing lease accounting with spreadsheets! He will share real-world examples of errors, compliance issues, and risks that may be present within your spreadsheets. Learn how these tools, while useful, can sometimes lead to inefficiencies that affect your time, resources, and peace of mind.

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CFO News

OCTOBER 15, 2024

India is a young nation with 377 million Gen Z population and they will be the biggest contributor to the country's consumption growth, driving $1.8 trillion worth of direct spend by 2035, a report showed on Wednesday.

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CFO Thought Leader

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Revvity CFO Max Krakowiak emphasizes three core areas of focus at Revvity: improving budgeting processes, optimizing working capital performance, and increasing internal investment. Recognizing the inefficiencies of static budgeting, he aimed to create flexibility for unexpected needs throughout the year. Additionally, he prioritized improving free cash flow conversion, which historically lagged at PerkinElmer, by addressing working capital issues.

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CFO News

OCTOBER 15, 2024

The MahaYuti government has released an ordinance to amend the Maharashtra Stamp Act, 1958 proposing the increase in stamp duty on affidavits, agreements and related documents to Rs 500 from the present Rs 100. The stamp duty on share capital has been increased to Rs 1 crore from Rs 50 lakh.

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Nerd's Eye View

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Welcome everyone! Welcome to the 407th episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! My guest on today's podcast is Mark Asaro. Mark is the Chief Investment Officer of Noble Wealth Management, an RIA based in Greenwood Village, Colorado, that oversees $320 million in assets under management for 160 client households. What's unique about Mark, though, is how he uses a liability-driven-investing approach to build retirement portfolios and manage sequence of return risk, with a particular focu

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OCTOBER 15, 2024

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CFO News

OCTOBER 15, 2024

​​Prior to his role at State Street as CFO and Vice Chairman, Aboaf was CFO of Citizens Financial Group and held finance roles at Citigroup, including Treasurer. Earlier in his career, Aboaf was a partner at Bain & Company, co-leading its US financial services consulting practice.

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Global Finance

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Legacy systems feed rising fraud threats Legacy systems feed rising fraud threats Customers of banks and payment providers are increasingly falling victim to scams. In 2023, nearly 36% of all banking customers in the US experienced some form of fraud, with over $10 billion lost, up three times on 2020. Scammers exploit vulnerabilities in outdated systems using phishing, account takeover, and payment diversion techniques.

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CFO News

OCTOBER 15, 2024

The government announced 50% financial support for companies setting up such facilities, leading to investment commitments worth Rs 1.5 trillion in a short span.

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Speaker: David Warren and Kevin O’Neill Stoll

Transitioning to a usage-based business model offers powerful growth opportunities but comes with unique challenges. How do you validate strategies, reduce risks, and ensure alignment with customer value? Join us for a deep dive into designing effective pilots that test the waters and drive success in usage-based revenue. Discover how to develop a pilot that captures real customer feedback, aligns internal teams with usage metrics, and rethinks sales incentives to prioritize lasting customer eng

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CFO Dive

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Mexico is poised to replace Canada as the second-most popular country for nearshoring, as its share of U.S.-serving supply chains is expected to rise to 36%.

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OCTOBER 15, 2024

At the International Telecommunication Union World Telecommunication Standardization Assembly, Kumar Mangalam Birla, Chairman of the Aditya Birla Group, praised the Indian government for its commitment to digital connectivity and highlighted the need for the nation's small businesses to be part of the digital transformation.

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CFO News

OCTOBER 15, 2024

The Salesforce Platform will enable Mahindra Finance to build secure, future-ready solutions, integrating enterprise data, AI, security, analytics, automation, and low-code development.

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CFO News

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Legacy companies are also recognising the need for a robust, centralised tech strategy and talent in a world where rapid evaluation of technology is disrupting and transforming businesses, say experts.

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Speaker: Mark Stovel

When it comes to automating, many firms focus on finding the latest tech, believing that efficiency is something achieved through new tools. Yet true efficiency is achieved by delivering real value to clients, not merely by upgraded systems. Without a clear approach, no level of automation can overcome the complexities of serving every client’s needs.

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