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CFOs Draft New Game Plans

Global Finance

Finance chiefs are making tough calls and learning new lessons in a stressful economic and credit landscape. But layoffs aren’t the only option.

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CFO-CIO teamwork key to IT spend results: Gartner

CFO Dive

Digital investments tend to require a high level of collaboration due to their complexity and cross-functional nature, says Gartner analyst Emily Riley.

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What is the difference between planning, budgeting and forecasting for a business?

Spreadym

Planning, budgeting and forecasting for a business are three distinct financial management tools used in business, each serving a different purpose. Key differences between planning, budgeting and forecasting for a business Here are key difference between planning, budgeting and forecasting for a business. Financial planning A plan is a strategic document that outlines the goals, objectives, and actions required to achieve a desired outcome.

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What is a Typical CFO Job Description

CFO Selections

A Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a senior executive role that manages the financial actions of a company. The CFO's duties include tracking cash flow and financial planning as well as analyzing the company's financial strengths and weaknesses and proposing corrective actions. When a company asks CFO Selections to engage in a search for a CFO, we walk through each company’s specific needs to create a customized job description.

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The Human Side of Finance: The Intersectionality of People, Culture, Adaptability, and Resilience

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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CFO Pros on the Move: May

The Finance Weekly

It appears that summer is now in full force, and as the earnings season comes to a close, CFOs can finally find a moment to unwind. Nevertheless, before we embark on our beach retreat, we have some noteworthy updates regarding recent changes in CFO positions. CFO Pros on the Move May 2023 Valerie Lightfoot | Xwell Travel health and wellness services provider Xwell appointed , Valerie Lightfoot as CFO, effective June 12.

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Black Swans, Stock Market Crashes and the Chaos Kings

The Reformed Broker

On this special episode of Live from The Compound, Scott Patterson, Financial Journalist and Wall Street Journal Reporter, joins Michael Batnick and Josh Brown to discuss Scott’s new book, Chaos Kings: How Wall Street Traders Make Billions in the New Age of Crisis. Follow Scott on: Twitter Book. The post Black Swans, Stock Market Crashes and the Chaos Kings appeared first on The Reformed Broker.

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Exploring Manufacturing ERP System Data Analytics and Reporting

Navigator SAP

Manufacturing ERP software (enterprise resource planning software) brings a plethora of advantages to organizations of all scales and sizes, from data protection to task automation and cost reduction. ERP systems offer advantages for data analytics and reporting, making them ideal for the manufacturing industry.

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Question: Is inflation dead?

Tips Watch

By David Enna, Tipswatch.com After weeks of financial gloom and omens of disaster, we finally had a “Goldilocks” week in the U.S. financial markets. For example: All is good, right?

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Job creep reroutes path to CFO seat

CFO Dive

As the path to the CFO seat branches off from the traditional accounting lane, questions about how to find — and train — the next generation of financial leaders are emerging.

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Maximizing Profit and Productivity: The New Era of AI-Powered Accounting

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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Ramit Sethi on Living Richly

Barry Ritholtz

 This week, we speak with entrepreneur Ramit Sethi, who is the founder and chief executive officer of the online education platform I Will Teach You to Be Rich (IWT ), which attracts more than 1 million readers a month. Sethi is also the host of the Netflix series “ How To Get Rich ,” which is based on his New York Times bestselling book “ I Will Teach You to Be Rich “; he also hosts a podcast of the same name.

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What is FDA Software Validation?

Navigator SAP

The life sciences are not like pens or bras. When a pen is manufactured incorrectly or suffers from shoddy inputs, a consumer just pulls out a different pen. When a life sciences product deviates from specs, be it a pharmaceutical or medical device, public health is affected and the defect might not even be readily observable. This reality is why life sciences companies are regulated by the Federal Drug Administration (FDA), and it is why they must follow good manufacturing practices (GMP) so th

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Morgan Stanley’s Gorman To Step Down

Global Finance

Morgan Stanley CEO James Gorman led the firm through a spate of acquisitions that greatly elevated its position in the wealth management sector and his successor may emerge from that part of the firm.

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Down rounds could be ‘lightning rod’ for CFO action

CFO Dive

Despite their stigma, down rounds can help CFOs get the financial buffer they need to weather economic dips and set the company back on a course toward growth.

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Smarter Card Solutions: Meeting the Challenges of Mid-Market Travel & Expense

Our 2025 Center Travel Survey is clear: as corporate travel increases, so does corporate credit cards distribution, and a rise in off-platform travel booking. This 61% rise causes various challenges: compliance, spend control, reporting problems, and a lack of visibility across organizations. To evolve with the ever-changing needs of travelers, decision-makers need a better solution.

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Masters in Business: The Emerging Manager Playbook

Barry Ritholtz

 The video from last week’s panel is above Bloomberg Masters in Business host Barry Ritholtz discusses the current environment for hedge fund launches with IDW Group Founder and Chief Executive Officer Ilana D. Weinstein, Woodline Partners Co-Chief Investment Officer Mike Rockefeller, Fernbridge Capita Management Founder Brennan Diaz and Knighthead Capital Management Co-Founder Thomas Wagner.

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Manufacturing ERP System Process Automation: Streamlining Your Business

Navigator SAP

Dedicated manufacturing enterprise resource planning (ERP) software is becoming increasingly essential for any manufacturing business’s success. There is also a growing need for ERP software to enable process automation effectively.

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Saudi Arabia’s Middle America Makeover

Global Finance

Global Finance Magazine - Profit overrides principle with the recent PGA-LIV Golf& deal; expect more M&A in sports and other sectors.

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Chemours Company CFO resigns

CFO Dive

The CFO swap comes days after Chemours announced it would funnel $592 million into a settlement fund aimed at resolving claims regarding hazardous “forever chemicals” contaminating U.S. water systems.

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Bringing AI to Finance: How to Leverage Technology for Efficiency and Control

Finance teams are balancing more than ever, but manual processes shouldn’t slow you down. In this ebook from BILL, discover how AI is transforming finance—automating AP, expense tracking, and document management to reduce errors, increase efficiency, and improve financial control. Learn how real companies are using AI-powered automation to streamline workflows, detect anomalies, and gain deeper insights.

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10 Monday AM Reads

Barry Ritholtz

My leaving-on-vacation , morning plane reads (see you in 10 days!): • There’s No Easy Exit for Companies Backed by PE and VC : Verdad Advisers’ Dan Rasmussen argues that rising debt costs, compressed margins, and negative cash flow make for a “pretty scary” picture of the health of private companies. ( Institutional Investor ) • Hedge Funds at War for Top Traders Dangle $120 Million Payouts : Paid sabbaticals, huge signing bonuses are among tools being used, as clients foot the bill in chase for

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Scaling Business Growth with Cloud ERP Solutions: Expert Insights

Navigator SAP

Scaling Business Growth with Cloud ERP Solutions: Expert Insights Listen to the podcast here: Nestell & Associates Website | Youtube | Apple Podcasts

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Top 5 audit companies corner lion's share of mandates

CFO News

"Major listed companies opt for the top five auditors due to their strong reputation. The top auditors too prefer to work with the larger listed companies, especially in light of a few governance issues that came up in companies in the recent past as well as the regulatory actions taken against auditors," said Pranav Haldea, managing director, Prime Database Group.

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Many AI early adopters struggle for success: report

CFO Dive

Only 45% of respondents said their organization’s AI investments have led to a successful business impact, a Boston Consulting Group survey found.

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Say ‘Goodbye’ to Clunky Spreadsheets and Say ‘Hello’ to Month-End Automation

Technology is rapidly changing the way accountants perform and manage month-end activities. Spreadsheets, emails, and shared drives no longer need to slow you down. In under four weeks, your team can start reaping the benefits of month-end close automation by vastly reducing spreadsheets, cut down on reconciliation work, speed up the month-end close, and better manage your remote team.

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Accounting Fiction?

Corporate Finance

A recent article in the Wall Street Journal notes that as of May 26, 77 percent of the 485 companies in the S&P 500 that had reported earnings beat earnings, compared to the historical rate of 66 percent. What is even more surprising is that the earnings beats are 6.9 percent above expectations, compared to a 4.1 percent historical average. But accounting choices, which have been labeled as potential earnings manipulation, may be the cause.

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ERP System Cost Breakdown: How Much Does it Really Cost?

Navigator SAP

More businesses and institutions are now embracing Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solutions with the aim of integrating and streamlining their workflows for improved productivity. These solutions have proved to be very useful to businesses, especially in the manufacturing sector, because they streamline the production process and ensure there’s consistency in your manufacturing activities.

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Inflation target of 4% signals a long pause in rate cut cycle: Economists

CFO News

RBI’s growth projection for FY24 at 6.5% appears optimistic to economists. But the question that remains is what impact would meeting the inflation target have on the rate cut cycle? RBI’s pace of tightening monetary policy has slowed down but uncertainty remains on the future trajectory amid the global situation.

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SMBs expect 14% boost in finance tech spend on average

CFO Dive

The need for consolidation, automation or better data is a top factor driving the spending increase, followed by a need to strengthen business value and a desire to generate growth amid macroeconomic pressures.

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Outsourcing Vs. In-House: The Ultimate Battle For Better Collections

Speaker: Susan Richards

Your past-due accounts are growing, cash flow is tightening, and the pressure is on. The big question: Do you handle the collections internally or outsource to experts? Both strategies come with advantages and risks - but which one delivers the best impact for your business? In this session we’ll dive deep into the in-house vs. outsourcing debate, examining cost-effectiveness, efficiency, compliance risks, and overall recovery success rates.