CFO Selections
FEBRUARY 5, 2024
Love is in the air, which got us thinking… what is the love language of a CFO? For those of you not familiar with “love languages” the basic premise is that different people have different personalities, which means they give and receive love in different ways. And while this may sound like it’s only related to romance it certainly doesn’t have to be!
CFO Talks
FEBRUARY 9, 2024
In the dynamic world of financial management, few decisions hold as much weight and consequence as those surrounding interest rates. As the custodians of a company’s financial health and strategic vision, modern Chief Financial Officers (CFOs) must navigate the complex landscape of monetary policy with precision and foresight. Recently, the South African Reserve Bank’s decision to maintain interest rates has had significant implications not only for the economic landscape but also fo
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CFO News
FEBRUARY 4, 2024
Finance expert Robin Banerjee evaluates the Union Budget 2024, emphasizing long-term planning, infrastructure focus, fiscal responsibility, and sector-specific strategies. While praising positive moves, he points out areas that need more attention for a comprehensive economic uplift.
Tips Watch
FEBRUARY 4, 2024
By David Enna, Tipswatch.com U.S.
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
FEBRUARY 6, 2024
In recent years, the role of chief financial officer (CFO) has never been more challenging as it is fulfilling for those who hold this position. From geopolitical uncertainties to changing market dynamics, from technological innovations that are paving the way for new business models, and from calamitous weather disturbances that are reminding business leaders about the importance of addressing climate change today for a sustainable future tomorrow, the CFO has an important seat in directing the
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Fpanda Club
FEBRUARY 5, 2024
Finance business partnering is not a new concept and has been around for a while. Well, not just for a while, for more than 60 years. “ The success …depends on the extent to which finance men are capable of looking outside finance and playing an active, rather than a passive, role in the business. ” — S. R. Harding, F.C.A., (Royal Dutch/Shell Group), 1963.
Future CFO
FEBRUARY 4, 2024
Editor’s note: GenAI adoption is touted to bring benefits to enterprises and their finance functions. Nikhil Parambath (pictured), Regional Vice-President, Asia at BlackLine, shares with FutureCFO audiences major GenAI adoption challenges and how CFOs could overcome them. Nikhil Parambath, Regional Vice-President, Asia at BlackLine FutureCFO: What’s the sentiment towards GenAI adoption in Asia Pacific?
CFO Dive
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
Testimony by Yellen follows a pledge by the Biden administration to seize on the benefits of artificial intelligence while containing its risks.
The Charity CFO
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
Does the idea of a financial audit on your nonprofit leave you feeling nervous? For many nonprofits, a full financial audit can help ensure the accuracy of their financial recordkeeping. However, it can also feel invasive and overwhelming. Just the word itself can sound scary. Luckily, not all financial situations require an audit. A reduced scope of attestation (or reduced scope of work) could be a better option for your organization.
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.
Musings on Markets
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
I was planning to finish my last two data updates for 2024, but decided to take a break and look at the seven stocks (Apple, Amazon, Alphabet, Meta, Microsoft, Nvidia and Tesla) which carried the market in 2023. While I will use the "Magnificent Seven" moniker attached by these companies by investors and the media, my preference would have been to call them the Seven Samurai.
Barry Ritholtz
FEBRUARY 7, 2024
At the Money: Stock Picking vs. Value Investing with Jeremy Schwartz, Wisdom Tree. (February 7, 2024) How much you pay for stocks really matters. Should value investing be part of that strategy? To find out more, I speak with Jeremy Schwartz, Global Chief Investment Officer of WisdomTree, leading the firm’s investment strategy team in the construction of equity Indexes, quantitative active strategies and multi-asset Model Portfolios.
CFO Dive
FEBRUARY 9, 2024
More than one out of three top executives believe the economic outlook will brighten during the next six months, according to a Conference Board and Business Council survey.
CFO News
FEBRUARY 7, 2024
The RBI maintains another pause and keeps the rates unchanged at 6.5 per cent in the monetary policy which began on February 6 and concluded on February 8.
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.
Future CFO
FEBRUARY 7, 2024
The year 2024 brings a landscape of unprecedented challenges and opportunities for corporate treasurers. From the ongoing global conflicts to the lingering effects of high inflation, corporate finance professionals are gearing up to navigate an environment marked by volatility and uncertainty. Delving into the key trends shaping the treasury landscape in 2024, the focus is on themes such as staffing challenges, macroeconomic risks, technology adoption, and strategic financial management.
Barry Ritholtz
FEBRUARY 3, 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: • So, you want to buy a sports team? Here’s how : Thinking about joining the likes of Ryan Reynolds, David Beckham, and (probably) Jeff Bezos in the mad scramble to land your own club? It’s suddenly the hottest pastime of the global super-rich – here’s how the game is played. ( GQ ) • Why Tim Cook Is Going All In on the Apple Vision Pro : Inside Apple Park, t
CFO Dive
FEBRUARY 5, 2024
Inflation will likely cool during the first six months of 2024, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said, adding that the central bank is unlikely to reduce borrowing costs in March.
CFO News
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
RBI has defended its action against Paytm Payments Banks and the countdown has begun. But why did Paytm payments Bank board members keep quiet? What if RBI would have invited a board and chosen a different path? Here is my note.
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Join us in this webinar, where we share best practices on how to think about the reconciliation work each month, when best to do reconciliations, how they should be prepared, and some common pitfalls to avoid. Learning Objectives: This course objective is to understand how to properly prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations and its impact on the financial statements.
The Charity CFO
FEBRUARY 7, 2024
John Renouard is the founder and executive director of the nonprofit organization, WHOlives. Like many nonprofit entrepreneurs, John’s career path wasn’t centered around becoming a 501c(3) director. For him, the journey truly started after he became curious about his son’s humanitarian and missionary work in Africa. The curiosity drove him and his wife to travel extensively through Mexico, Central America, and South America before diving deeper into exploration with a trip to Africa.
Nerd's Eye View
FEBRUARY 7, 2024
The need for financial professionals to ask prospects and clients questions has a long history in the industry. In earlier days, questions simply facilitated the process of gathering information in order to open accounts and recommend the appropriate products to be sold. However, as the industry evolved from being primarily transaction-based to relationship-based, it has become increasingly important for advicers to become less sales-oriented and more focused on how they can better develop deep,
CFO Dive
FEBRUARY 6, 2024
The breach caused system disruptions that led to order processing delays and “significant product outages,” negatively impacting net sales and earnings.
CFO News
FEBRUARY 4, 2024
Preeti Gupta Mohanty takes on the role of Group CFO at Schneider Electric India, leveraging over 20 years of diverse finance experience in FMCG, consulting, and industry, with notable achievements in strategic leadership.
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
Bramasol
FEBRUARY 9, 2024
As this blog series continues to explore optimizing quote-to-cash (QTC) to compliance for different industries, in this episode we dive into the special challenges faced by companies in the telecom sector and address how solutions in the SAP portfolio help overcome them. For almost 150 years, the telecom industry has undergone massive growth, waves of change, and periodic disruptions from new technologies and evolving business models.
Nerd's Eye View
FEBRUARY 9, 2024
Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" – this week's edition kicks off with the news that a recent survey sponsored by CFP Board demonstrates the upsides of a career in financial planning, from a median salary of nearly $200,000 to flexible work schedules and a strong sense of purpose among advisors. In addition, related research suggests further opportunities for firms looking to acquire and retain talent, from providing a greater sense of autonomy to bu
CFO Dive
FEBRUARY 6, 2024
CFOs face an increasingly daunting fraud landscape — from deep-fake phone calls to AI-generated text messages, writes Trustpair CEO Baptiste Collot.
CFO News
FEBRUARY 6, 2024
GST authorities have issued notices to companies for discrepancies in input tax credit claims, prompting scrutiny of annual returns against monthly filings. Notices under Section 150 of the CGST Act demand explanations for "short reporting" of ITC. However, businesses argue that some notices lack verification, imposing undue compliance burdens.
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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