Global Finance

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

New tools and techniques, including AI and ML, are helping treasurers to optimize cash flow—and giving them a bigger role in strategic business decision making. Not that long ago, corporate treasurer—the top slot in every company’s green-eyeshade corps—was about the last position most observers would tag as strategic. While the job has always had a strong risk-management component, the basic task was simple: making sure the company has cash available, when and where it’s needed.

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Future CFO

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

To keep pace with the constant changes brought about by digital business, CFOs need to acquire new skills and knowledge. Now more than ever, digital aptitude is not only necessary to vet business cases and measure outcomes for digital projects but it’s also needed to drive a company’s long-term success. According to a recent Gartner study, 1 companies that met or exceeded expectations for returns on digital spending increased earnings before EBITDA at a rate of 2.8 percentage points faster than

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Global Finance

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

The intensifying competition between the United States and China over artificial intelligence (AI) is not merely an extension of their long-standing trade disputes; it is a critical battle that could reshape global power dynamics. Two recent developments have amplified the significance of this struggle: the war in Ukraine, which has vividly illustrated how AI, particularly in the form of AI-enhanced drones, can be weaponized, underscoring the technology’s lethal potential in modern warfare; and

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CFO Share

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

By now you have probably heard of Paul Graham’s essay, “ Founder Mode.” Paul’s thesis, spawned from AirBnB Founder Brian Chesky’s talk at Y-Combinator, has resonated widely within the startup community. Graham describes how a roomful of successful startup founders were given the incorrect advice to “hire good people and give them room to do their jobs… the results were disastrous.

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CFO Plans

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

As a startup operating in today’s globalized world, it’s essential to understand the complexities of international tax regulations. One crucial aspect that often gets overlooked is the requirement to file foreign ownership disclosures and potentially an FBAR (Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts). Failure to comply with these regulations can lead to significant penalties and legal consequences.

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CFO Dive

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

The persistence of shelter cost inflation prompted futures traders to retreat from predictions that policymakers next week will cut the federal funds rate by a half point.

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E78 Partners

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Michael Honeycutt, a Director within our FP&A practice was published on Becker’s Dental + DSO Review. The full article is featured below. As seen on Becker’s Dental + DSO Review Most organizations rely on key performance indicators (KPIs) for driving strategic decisions, optimizing operations, and improving financial outcomes, and dental service organizations (DSOs) are no different.

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Bramasol

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

SAP Universal Revenue Management (SAP Universal RevRec) is a cutting-edge solution engineered to elevate and simplify the complexities of revenue recognition. It marks a substantial leap forward that is built on earlier revenue management systems, such as SAP Revenue Accounting and Reporting (RAR) and SAP Automated Revenue Management (ARM). With a 28 year track record as one of SAP's longest serving partners and the recognized experts in SAP revenue compliance and SAP BRIM/OTC offerings , the Br

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CFO News

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

In light of ongoing debates surrounding group audits, Ashok Haldia, a seasoned finance expert and Chartered Accountant, examines the complexities of SA 600 versus ISA 600 in group audits, exploring contentious issues related to responsibility, access to working papers, and the appointment of component auditors.

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Global business travel is surging, with companies spending as much as or more than they did before the pandemic. This trend is expected to continue, with more growth on the horizon. The types of travelers are also changing, with millennials and Gen Zers taking on the majority of the load. Business travel is evolving, and younger generations expect less hassle, even though there are more ways to book and pay for travel than ever before.

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CFO Talks

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

The Importance of Integrity in Leadership In the ever-evolving landscape of corporate governance, CFOs in South Africa play a pivotal role in shaping the ethical framework of their organisations. As stewards of financial integrity, CFOs are expected not only to manage the numbers but also to lead by example, embodying the values that define responsible and transparent leadership.

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CFO Dive

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

While the “boil” appears to be coming off inflation, companies are still grappling with uncertainty around elections and rates, Citigroup’s Mark Mason said Monday.

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Navigator SAP

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

When consumer products companies are asked about their most important priority for reducing risk, supply chain fragility is mentioned first. A recent poll conducted by SAP found that fully 47 percent of consumer products executives surveyed indicated that strengthening their supply chain against fragility was a top priority. With barriers rising from geopolitical instability, and globalization in retreat, the consumer products supply chain has never looked more tenuous.

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Global Finance

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Anthony Labrugnas has been the chief financial officer of Groupe Berkem, a France-based chemical group, for nearly 10 years. Berkem has been listed on the EuroNext since December 2021. Global Finance: What has been the most challenging time of the 10 years you have been CFO at Groupe Berkem? Anthony Labrugnas: The most challenging time as the financial head of Groupe Berkem was at the beginning, because of the company’s financial situation at that time.

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Speaker: Indy Chakrabarti, Chief Marketing Officer at HighRadius

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Nerd's Eye View

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that the SEC this week fined 4 RIAs for violations of its marketing rule related to their claims that they offered 'conflict-free' financial advice. Which means that while many fee-only RIAs use the reduced conflicts that come with the fee-only model (as opposed to firms that receive compensation from commissions and other sources) as a key marketing talking point, the fact rem

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CFO Dive

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Inflation persisted last month as the top concern among small businesses, the National Federation of Independent Business said.

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Navigator SAP

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

SAP Business ByDesign is a robust ERP solution built as a Suite-in-aBox solution, that can handle your core business operations. As businesses change and grow, you may need additional functionality and integrations with partners, clients, or third-party software. Expand your capabilities by integrating with specialized industry solutions.

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CFO Talks

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Nicolaas van Wyk: Good day, CFO Club members, prospective members, and our CFO audience. My name is Nicolaas van Wyk, and I’m hosting another interesting podcast for CFO Club with Dr. Lawrence Nsibandze. He is the Chief Financial Officer of the Public Service Pension Fund. I recently met Dr. Lawrence when we were both attending a Marcus Evans event called the 7th CFO Africa Summit.

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Speaker: Chandra McCormack, CPA, MBA, NACD.DC

Imagine being a financial leader who not only ensures the books are balanced but also shapes the future of your organization. 🤔 ✨ This session will take you beyond the routine reporting and into the realm of strategic financial leadership. We’ll explore how today’s finance professionals can juggle the day-to-day operations while also delivering the long term vision that drives growth.

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Future CFO

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

Editor's note: In today’s A Day in the Life , Paulus Chau, Director – Hong Kong and Emerging Markets at AICPA & CIMA shares with FutureCFO audiences how hiking inspires his life and work as well as his passion for helping accounting and finance professionals to further develop their skills. FutureCFO: What does a typical day look like for you? Paulus Chau (PC): I would describe my typical working day at AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Acc

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CFO Dive

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Half of business leaders responding to a Delinea survey said their organization was able to negotiate a lower cyber insurance rate after using AI.

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Tips Watch

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

By David Enna, Tipswatch.com U.S. annual inflation continued on a downward trend in August, falling from 2.9% in July to 2.5%, the lowest annual rate in 3 1/2 years. For the month, seasonally-adjusted inflation rose 0.

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Barry Ritholtz

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

 This week, we speak with David Rubenstein , Co-Founder and Co-Chairman of The Carlyle Group , which manages over $426 billion is private equity, credit and venture funds. Prior to forming the firm in 1987, David practiced law and served as Deputy Assistant to the President for Domestic Policy, as well as Chief Counsel to the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee’s Subcommittee on Constitutional Amendments.

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CFO News

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

The Modi-led government sanctioned ₹3 lakh crore for infrastructure projects within its first 100 days to enhance connectivity and economic growth. Notable projects include a major port in Maharashtra, extensive road construction under PMGSY-IV, high-speed road corridors, new railway lines for better travel experience, and airport upgrades in Varanasi, Bagdogra, and Bihta.

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CFO Dive

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

In a shakeup, The University of Texas at Austin unseated University of Virginia this year to top the list of public schools that have produced the most sitting finance chiefs.

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Reval

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

LONDON– 12 September 2024: ION Commodities, a leading global provider of energy and. The post ION Commodities enhances RightAngle S24 for liquid hydrocarbon market participants appeared first on ION.

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Bank of the West

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Nyla Newell from Chicago, Illinois is a talented individual. She can play the piano and flute – and she can also tap dance! But the most remarkable thing about Nyla… Read more The post From education to medicine to film, BMO scholarship supports future leaders appeared first on About BMO.

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Speaker: Brad Pinneke, VP of Business Development at Payrix and Worldpay for Platforms

Join Brad Pinneke, Vice President of Business Development at Payrix and Worldpay for Platforms for an informational webinar about how to select the ideal payments provider for your platform! This session highlights the 7 key criteria for assessing payments partners and maximizing the value of your investment. From evaluating technology and business development programs to understanding support and compliance, this webinar will equip you with a comprehensive evaluation framework and strategy for

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