The Finance Weekly

FEBRUARY 23, 2025

Strong FP&A practices help finance teams improve data accuracy , use technology effectively, and make well-informed financial decisions. This leads to better budgeting, more reliable forecasting, and stronger financial stability. Present financial data with clear charts for faster decision-making.

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Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Budgeting Forecasting Risk Management 52

PYMNTS

JULY 26, 2020

The announcement by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ) comes on the heels of a symposium it held in February which included experts from consumer groups, financial technology (FinTech) companies, trade groups, banks and data aggregators. Congress created the legislation in 2010 that created the CFPB.

Financial Data 69

Financial Data Leverage Accounting Securities 69

Global Finance

OCTOBER 22, 2024

A panel of industry experts at the Sibos 2024 conference on Tuesday discussed the critical role of data sharing and fraud detection in the modern financial landscape. However, due to existing privacy laws and regulations, banks remain hesitant to share financial data. If data is shared, it is done via lateral agreements.

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Securities Leverage Technology Financial Data 110

Bramasol

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

This blog post provides an overview of these major waves of change based Bramasol's more than 27 years of working closely with CFOs and their stakeholders across many industry segments and technology innovation cycles. They are expected to provide financial leadership and insight into the organization's strategic direction.

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Technology IFRS SAP Compliance 88

Global Finance

JUNE 6, 2024

Africa And Middle East MNT-Halan MNT-Halan developed innovative technology that provides a digital solution for unbanked populations. By leveraging AI and machine learning, Moody’s products create efficiencies and deliver powerful insights to customers. This solution compiles relevant information currently in a bank origination system.

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Technology Invoicing Finance Compliance 59

The Charity CFO

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Administrative Costs : Operational essentials such as technology, office supplies, and HR fall into this category. Provide Financial Literacy Training: To department heads and anyone else in the organization interested in being part of the process and empowering better decision-making.

Nonprofit 52

Nonprofit Budgeting Prioritization CFO 52

CFO Plans

AUGUST 2, 2024

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, the integration of technology into accounting practices has shifted from a luxury to a necessity. With the demands of modern businesses continuously growing, leveraging technology to streamline accounting processes is crucial for maintaining accuracy, efficiency, and competitiveness.

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Technology Accounting CFO Tax Planning 52

Future CFO

OCTOBER 25, 2023

With the rampant incidents of frauds and scams related to finance, machine learning can be leveraged to detect and prevent financial fraud, allowing a company or an organisation to respond in real-time. The post Leveraging machine learning to detect financial fraud appeared first on FutureCFO.

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Leverage Auditing Finance Financial Data 52

Future CFO

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

According to Terry Smagh , senior vice president & general manager, Asia Pacific & Japan, BlackLine, the company undertook the study is to understand and recognise the critical role that financial data plays in informing businesses about strategy and continuity, the poor visibility if any, and the lack of real-time access to data.

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Financial Data Finance Benchmarking CFO 52

E78 Partners

DECEMBER 12, 2024

The coming together of private equity and technology is redefining how organizations operate, innovate, and compete. For private equity backed firms, adopting cutting-edge technological solutions is not just an advantageits a necessity for maximizing efficiency, driving growth, and maintaining a competitive edge.

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Technology Compliance Leverage Valuation 52

E78 Partners

DECEMBER 12, 2024

The coming together of private equity and technology is redefining how organizations operate, innovate, and compete. For private equity backed firms, adopting cutting-edge technological solutions is not just an advantageits a necessity for maximizing efficiency, driving growth, and maintaining a competitive edge.

Technology 52

Technology Compliance Leverage Valuation 52

PYMNTS

DECEMBER 29, 2020

Consumer Bank Chief Digital Officer Mike Naggar said the FI aims to provide customers "a choice, convenience and control of their financial data. WEX Talks Bank Partnerships To Advance B2B Payments. Radius Bank Ramps Up SMB Services With Narmi.

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Cash Flow Forecasting B2B Startups Financial Data 123

PYMNTS

FEBRUARY 2, 2018

Information technology (IT) management solutions provider Kaseya, which targets managed service providers (MSPs) with its offerings, is linking up with small and medium-sized business (SMB) accounting firm Xero to help businesses gain greater control over their financial data. The companies said Thursday (Feb.

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Financial Data Invoicing Accounting Firms Leverage 46

CFO Talks

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Review existing data: Look at your company’s historical trends, current financial data, and market research. Even if the data isn’t perfect, it can give you a starting point. Use visuals, like charts or dashboards, to explain financial data. Ask questions: What information do you have now?

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CFO Budgeting Forecasting Communication 52

PYMNTS

JUNE 24, 2020

Specifically, payments giants are buying up data aggregators, which let consumers share data with thousands of apps — and in the process are taking on the roles of trusted intermediaries as information flows across the financial services landscape. We’ll leverage expertise, and we’ll leverage technology.”.

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Financial Data Banking Leverage Securities 105

The Charity CFO

MARCH 13, 2025

Enforce Strong Internal Controls Without internal controls, nonprofits are vulnerable to financial mismanagement and fraud. Establish clear approval processes for all financial transactions, including vendor payments and employee reimbursements.

Nonprofit 52

Nonprofit Auditing Compliance Leadership 52

The Finance Weekly

DECEMBER 30, 2021

For businesses, this might spell out the adoption of a new strategy, scheduling approach, or technology implementation. Technology implementation has been a popular course of action in recent years for many organizations. Moreover, how do you ensure data quality, security, and privacy as cybersecurity breaches stubbornly persist?

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) 52

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Technology CFO Leverage 52

Global Finance

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

They value transparency, ease of use, and personalization, putting pressure on asset managers to adopt new technologies and pivot from traditional relationship models. Real-time data access Millennials and gen Z clients have high expectations for immediacy in financial information.

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Compliance Communication Technology Investments 52

Future CFO

JUNE 1, 2022

Rigid data silos have been replaced with more fluid methods of working as technology-enabled collaboration provides a comprehensive, company-wide, real-time overview for agility when plans change. It is not about becoming tech-dependent, but about leveraging its ability to accelerate processes with precision.

Technology 52

Technology Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Budgeting Leverage 52

CFO Talks

SEPTEMBER 28, 2024

To translate financial performance into actionable results, start by understanding the key drivers behind your financial data. Bridge the Gap with Strategic Investments One of the most effective ways to translate financial performance into results is through strategic investments.

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Communication CFO Numbers Leverage 98

Future CFO

AUGUST 21, 2023

Mark D McDonald “Just like any disruptive technology throughout history, AI will inevitably displace and replace some roles and skills, but new roles, skills, and opportunities will also emerge." What level of maturity in terms of experience at work and in the use of technology should a finance person have for AI to make a difference?

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Finance Compliance Data Analysis Leverage 98

CFO Thought Leader

JULY 19, 2024

This insight spurred the creation of Ledge, a platform designed to automate repetitive tasks and streamline financial data management Read More Tal’s experiences highlighted the critical role of AI in transforming finance functions. Jack Sweeney: We want to want to touch on AI with you. I think rightfully so.

Leverage 40

Leverage Finance Invoicing Forecasting 40

Future CFO

JULY 21, 2024

It is why the accounting profession is in need to keep up with the technological trends and not be caught off guard by the hurdles on the way, fully understanding the weight and importance of upskilling and reskilling. This transformation is an intertwined act of two complimentary forces: Sustainability and Technology," Abrol explains.

Finance 104

Finance Accounting Principles Problem Solving Accounting 104

Future CFO

MAY 15, 2024

Efforts to standardise reporting practices are also underway, and we see firms investing in technology to enhance their disclosure capabilities. Businesses can also leverage regulatory technology solutions that automate compliance monitoring, identify regulatory changes, and help organisations quickly adapt to new requirements.”

Finance 98

Finance Auditing Compliance Leverage 98

Future CFO

APRIL 3, 2023

Leveraging data to offer informed decisions Going beyond RPA, the shift to the cloud and vast amounts of data now available means CFOs have an opportunity and expectation to broaden their focus to not only improve the bottom line, but to also contribute to the top line by leveraging data to provide actionable business insights.

Finance 96

Finance Forecasting CFO Leverage 96

PYMNTS

NOVEMBER 4, 2016

In B2B payments, that can mean discontent in the way traditional banks and FIs do business or a need for disruptive technologies to come to market faster than banks can offer. Deals were made with B2B invoicing and payments firm Viewpost, as well as health care blockchain company Gem and natural language search technology company ClearGraph.

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Treasury B2B Leverage Reconciliations 79

CFO Talks

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Members’ Profile: Yvonne Dias In this edition of CFO Club Africa’s Members Spotlight, we are introducing Yvonne Dias, the Group CFO at MINT Management Technologies. This recognition was not only a testament to my dedication and hard work but also an acknowledgment of the strides we are making in empowering women in technology.

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CFO Leadership Communication Finance 52

The Finance Weekly

DECEMBER 22, 2022

As the outlook for the 2023 economy becomes more uncertain, finance professionals are looking to invest in technology that increases organizational efficiency and contributes to strategic decision-making. Not all companies will have the same technology needs, and the focus of technology investment may vary.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) 98

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Finance Accounts Payable Prioritization 98

Future CFO

DECEMBER 8, 2022

An EY study reveals that up to 70% of financial controllers and CFOs in Singapore found an increase in demand for financial analysis and forecasts as stakeholders are increasingly interested in including non-financial data for corporate reporting. Businesses are really seeking ways to harness data to leverage their data.

Finance 98

Finance CFO Forecasting Leadership 98

Future CFO

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

However, we may belittle it as a product of the late 70s technology, the spreadsheet remains a preferred first tool for organising ideas into some order – whether it is a list of people attending an event or expenses. Integration improves data accuracy, real-time changes, workflow, and repetitive spreadsheet activities.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) 98

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Finance Planning Technology 98

FISPAN

JANUARY 12, 2022

How FISPAN sees the importance of data and how to grow beyond the point of data aggregation. How data will be delivered and received from FISPAN and the third-party partners we work with. Financial institutions (FIs) are under pressure to drive innovation in financial data access for the commercial banking space.

Reconciliations 96

Reconciliations Banking Securities Leverage 96

Future CFO

AUGUST 7, 2024

As the business world veer towards constant changes--be it on technological advancements, regulations and policies, or sustainability standards and initiatives, it is imperative that Finance leaders know their way. CFOs will find it even more challenging to move into the space of non-financial data and customer data platforms."

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Data Analysis CFO Budgeting Performance Measuring 98

https://trustedcfosolutions.com/feed/

MARCH 30, 2023

Less Stress Leads to More Success: Why a Faster Monthly Close Is Key Faster and more accurate closing cycles ensure your advisors, CFOs, and controllers have up-to-date financial data to base important decisions. Regularly reconcile accounts: Instead of waiting until the end of the month, reconcile your accounts regularly.

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Leverage Financial Data Accounting Financial Systems 62

The Charity CFO

MARCH 22, 2024

A better way to make decisions is using data. Leveraging data for strategic decision-making has many benefits–from improving your efficiency to increasing the success rate of campaigns or strategies. Types of Data for Nonprofits The types of data a nonprofit might use for decision-making can vary between organizations.

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Nonprofit Leadership Benchmarking Leverage 52

PYMNTS

APRIL 2, 2020

Big Data analytics reached a market valuation of $29.87 billion by 2025, with banks of all sizes leveraging such capabilities. Data analytics can give banks valuable insights into their customers’ financial lives and help them offer tailored financial products. billion in 2019 and is projected to total $62.1

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Banking Risk Management Credit Risk Advertising 94

Future CFO

OCTOBER 1, 2023

The) pandemic had accelerated the use of technology to fill the gap of face-to-face collaboration,” said Kum Fai Chew , group head of accounting and FP&A at Vena Energy Pte Ltd. Both technologies have been instrumental in eliminating repetitive tasks such as generating reports, cleaning data, (and) creating graphs and charts,” Tan said.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) 98

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Budgeting Forecasting Planning 98

The Finance Weekly

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

Leveraging Automation Automation is a viable solution for organizations struggling with staffing shortages. CFOs must budget for technology investments that support compliance, allocate funds for employee training, and ensure organizational flexibility to adapt to new regulations.

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Budgeting Forecasting Compliance Economics 69