Future CFO

MARCH 13, 2024

One of the buzzwords in the industry over the last few months has undoubtedly been: artificial intelligence (AI). There have been countless insights addressing the future of AI in financial and digital transformation. The central theme for CFOs is the need for finance leaders to primarily trust in their systems and data outputs, proactively address emerging risks, and identify the right talent in order to capitalise on the promise of AI and these transformational systems.

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CFO Talks

MARCH 14, 2024

Beyond the Basics: 7 Key Focus Areas for New CFOs 1. Introduction to the Evolving Role of the CFO In our previous discussion, we outlined the critical first steps a newly appointed CFO should take to establish a solid foundation within their organization. We emphasized the importance of communication, setting priorities, and the initial avoidance of hasty decisions.

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Future CFO

MARCH 12, 2024

Generative artificial intelligence , or GenAI, can create valuable opportunities to support finance transformation. In this demo video, PricewaterhouseCoopers shares a few use cases and patterns that impact the finance function. The post How GenAI can aid in finance transformation appeared first on FutureCFO.

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Cube Software

MARCH 11, 2024

Criteria for selecting financial projection software Financial projection software is a tool or platform designed to help businesses forecast their future financial performance based on historical data, current trends, and various assumptions about the future. These software solutions allow users to model different financial scenarios, assess potential outcomes, and make informed decisions about their business strategies.

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Speaker: Ashley Harlan, MBA

What if your role as a fractional CFO went beyond operational support to actively shaping the future of your clients’ businesses? 💼 ✨ In this session, discover how fractional finance professionals can position themselves as architects of growth, guiding their clients toward sustainable success and preparing them for full-time financial leadership.

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Barry Ritholtz

MARCH 13, 2024

At the Money: How To Know When The Fed Will Cut with Jim Bianco (March 13, 2024) Markets have been waiting for the Federal Reserve to begin cutting rates for over a year. What data should investors be following for insight into when they will begin? Jim Bianco discusses initial unemployment claims data and wage gain to identify when the Fed will start lowering rates.

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Navigator SAP

MARCH 15, 2024

Supply chain and inventory considerations are important for most businesses. But for food and beverage manufacturers, supply chain management and inventory control are essential for ensuring the quality and safety of the products being produced. Food and beverage ERP systems make this level of oversight and control possible. Managing manufacturing production is at the heart of ERP, but supply chain management and inventory control, along with ERP traceability in food production, might be just as

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CFO News

MARCH 12, 2024

REMOVAL OF BYJUS CEO: There is a need for all parties to sit together and listen to the advice of the Advisory Council with an open mind, says the former ICAI President.

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Barry Ritholtz

MARCH 15, 2024

We sometimes say “Demographics is Destiny,” but that’s abstract. To get a visual sense of what that looks like, see the above chart (via Blackrock ) showing the distribution of various age groups from 2075 to 2050. Note bars in Red are not in the workforce. The post U.S. population distribution, 1975-2050 appeared first on The Big Picture.

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CFO Dive

MARCH 15, 2024

Under the leadership of Gary Gensler, the SEC has intensified efforts to protect investors involved in what he calls the “Wild West” of crypto assets.

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Advertiser: Paycor

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Tips Watch

MARCH 12, 2024

Markets react with a shrug, but what does it mean for the Federal Reserve? By David Enna, Tipswatch.

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CFO News

MARCH 12, 2024

Ind-Ra anticipates India entering the upper-middle-income category between fiscal years 2033 and 2036, with the $15 trillion economy goal set for fiscal years 2043 to 2047.

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Barry Ritholtz

MARCH 9, 2024

The weekend is here! Pour yourself a mug of coffee, grab a seat by the fire, and get ready for our longer-form weekend reads: • The economy is roaring. Immigration is a key reason. Momentum in the job market picked up aggressively over the past year — all while Washington is deadlocked on a border deal ( Washington Post ) • The Errors Tour: How the Pros Bungled the End of Zero Interest Rates : A look at the ways forecasters, traders and executives missed the mark over the past two years.

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CFO Dive

MARCH 11, 2024

The Minnesota bill would allow future certified public accountants to sidestep the need for a fifth year of college. It is controversial.

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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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Future CFO

MARCH 14, 2024

Talent shortage among accounting staff continues to persist in many parts of the world including Southeast Asia, with the issue being most felt by small accounting firms that struggle to compete with the big accounting firms: KPMG , PwC , Ernst & Young , and Deloitte. A Gartner survey of finance function employees revealed that 84% of finance employees asked have less engagement and less interest in going above and beyond than their peers and other functions.

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CFO News

MARCH 14, 2024

During the period from 2003 to 2007, India experienced an average GDP growth rate of approximately 8.6%, with inflation averaging at 4.8%. Here is my note based on Morgan Stanley’s report.

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Nerd's Eye View

MARCH 11, 2024

Referrals can play a vital role in the growth of financial advisory firms since finding prospective clients via referral requires virtually no hard-dollar costs, and it takes only a fraction of the time needed for other marketing channels like social media, blogging, and seminars. However, finding reliable sources of referrals can sometimes be challenging for advisors: Centers of Influence (COIs) like accountants and attorneys may not be as attuned to the advisor's services as the advisor's clie

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CFO Dive

MARCH 15, 2024

The struggling craft supplies retailer approved the bonus as it continues its hunt for a permanent CEO while facing liquidity and inventory challenges.

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Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, 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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Bramasol

MARCH 15, 2024

This webinar focuses on how companies can optimize their Order-to-Cash-to-Compliance processes by combining SAP’s latest cloud-based financial solutions to enhance efficiency and drive business value. Specific topics will focus on use cases for emerging subscription-based business models and solutions such as Order to Cash/BRIM, Revenue Accounting and Reporting (RAR), and S/4HANA cloud implementations.

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CFO News

MARCH 11, 2024

The upcoming GST Council meetings are expected to delve into these options, with potential complexities and challenges lying ahead as the government navigates the intricate terrain of GST compensation cess reforms.

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Nerd's Eye View

MARCH 11, 2024

Referrals can play a vital role in the growth of financial advisory firms since finding prospective clients via referral requires virtually no hard-dollar costs, and it takes only a fraction of the time needed for other marketing channels like social media, blogging, and seminars. However, finding reliable sources of referrals can sometimes be challenging for advisors: Centers of Influence (COIs) like accountants and attorneys may not be as attuned to the advisor's services as the advisor's clie

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CFO Dive

MARCH 14, 2024

Keith Olson took the finance reins of the 111-year-old philanthropic powerhouse earlier this month. He is an alum of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.

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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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Future CFO

MARCH 11, 2024

A Forbes article suggests that 2024 will be tough for everyone. FutureCFO discourse with finance and business leaders echoes the same sentiment. But even as leaders brace for the possibility of harder times ahead, a more important issue is recognising the need of workers for a sense of belonging. In recognition of the continuing importance of diversity and inclusion in the workplace, FutureCFO continues to reach out to women leaders on their experiences, strategies and learnings on their journey

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CFO News

MARCH 10, 2024

Top audit firms in India, including KPMG affiliate BSR & Affiliates and BDO affiliate MSKA & Associates, have stopped offering non-audit services to audit clients. This move aligns with the NFRA's strict stance on conflict-of-interest issues. EY affiliate SR Batliboi & Co is the only top firm still providing such services. This change comes amid global pressure for auditors to maintain independence and avoid conflicts of interest.

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Tips Watch

MARCH 10, 2024

By David Enna, Tipswatch.com While returning home from New Zealand a few days ago, I got into an airport conversation with a traveling friend.

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CFO Dive

MARCH 12, 2024

Building trust in the C-suite requires a “common view of prioritization,” PwC’s Wes Bricker said.

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