CFO Talks

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Working across different environments also deepened my respect for the varied approaches to problem-solving in the finance field, which has enriched my own approach to leadership. What key skills should a newly qualified accountant develop on their path to becoming a CFO?

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Future CFO

MARCH 5, 2025

"While it may seem counter-intuitive, soft skills are even more in demand than technical skills in the finance field skills such as communication and influencing, relationship building, conflict resolution and problem-solving, strategic and creative thinking, resilience and mental agility are all critical for the future of finance."

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Future CFO

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Through structured communication and collaborative problem-solving, Wong says he focuses on fostering clarity at every level, eliminating confusion, and driving unified efforts. “Decisions in the C-suite carry significant weight, with ripple effects across the organisation.

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CFO Talks

MARCH 13, 2025

Whether you’re a finance professional, business owner, or decision-maker, understanding how to leverage FIS can mean the difference between reactive problem-solving and proactive success. Heres how these systems are transforming the way companies operate.

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Accountancy Today

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Meanwhile, business leaders feel the next most important skills for the accountancy profession include analytical skills (42%), problem-solving skills (39%), regulation and policy awareness (39%), and clear communication (32%).

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Accounting Problem Solving Tax Planning Economics 98

Future CFO

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

She says the familiarity with financial software systems and ERP tools is encouraged; and organisations will need to upskill finance professionals in emerging technologies like AI, data analytics, and blockchain to enhance their analytical and problem-solving skills.

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CFO Talks

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Collaborative Problem-Solving: Engaging the Broader Team Critical thinking isn’t a solo activity. A CFO who collaborates with colleagues across departments gains fresh insights and innovative solutions to complex problems. Strategic agility ensures you’re ready to adapt without losing sight of your long-term goals.

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CFO Talks

JANUARY 8, 2025

Not only does this make your department more efficient, but it also builds problem-solving and leadership skills. For instance, if a team member suggests automating a time-consuming task, encourage them to research automation tools and pilot a solution.

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Barry Ritholtz

AUGUST 23, 2023

At its heart, investing is a problem-solving exercise , filled with opportunities that reveal the errors we all make. If a core part of investing is the study of human behavior, then we must recognize the way human behavior manifests itself is in the way we make decisions.

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CFO Talks

OCTOBER 9, 2024

This builds confidence and encourages proactive problem-solving. Involve your team in problem-solving when new challenges arise, and be transparent about the reasons behind strategic shifts. Regularly delegate tasks to your team members that challenge them. Embrace change as an opportunity rather than a threat.

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Centage

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

As the founder of G7 Tech I have a lengthy background in technology and speak four languages which gives me a unique perspective when it comes to problem solving and ensuring that everyone understands what’s going on and what needs to happen to ensure everyone is happy. Clients, partners, employees, prospects, contractors etc.

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The Finance Weekly

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

Missed Opportunities for Innovation Because the focus is on small adjustments, incremental budgeting doesn’t encourage creative problem-solving or bold investments. If your industry is experiencing rapid change or if your organization is undergoing a transformation, incremental budgeting may not provide the flexibility you need.

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The Charity CFO

JANUARY 15, 2025

Joint problem-solving: When issues arise, such as uncollectible pledges or cash flow challenges, finance and development should work together to present a unified solution to leadership.

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CFO Talks

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Different work styles, communication preferences, and problem-solving approaches may create friction. This not only promotes collaboration but also enhances problem-solving by ensuring that diverse perspectives are considered. However, a diverse team can also present management challenges.

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Finance Problem Solving Communication CFO 98

CFO Talks

APRIL 25, 2023

The top three skills executives think will be needed is complex problem-solving data literacy and modelling, analytical thinking Knowledge of programming languages ranks eight out of ten. But 76% say that training and/or hiring of finance professionals with such skills has not yet started.”

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The Charity CFO

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

When he imagined his children experiencing this problem, this struck a chord and he wanted to do something about it. His thought was simple, if only they could problem solve and fix the water crisis, then they would ultimately eliminate existing healthcare problems because of the lack of water.

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Future CFO

JANUARY 16, 2024

Liam Hassell , founder and director for accounting and finance recruitment at Recruitment LABS, writes that strategic vision, leadership and communications skills, analytical and problem-solving abilities, change management expertise, collaboration and relationship building, adaptability and resilience, continuous learning, and curiosity are essential (..)

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Jedox Finance

OCTOBER 1, 2020

We could change the cycle time of our reporting to provide near real-time insights and we could collaborate virtually with people all over the world for a much more effective problem-solving process.

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Global Finance

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Fifth Third has focused on improving customer satisfaction and retention without losing sight of their tried-and-true historical approach to wealth management, by promoting a problem-solving culture that encompasses human interactions, software improvements, and investment strategy building.

Banking 52

Banking Problem Solving Leadership Tax Planning 52

The Charity CFO

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

By framing challenges as opportunities for growth and involvement, nonprofits can engage funders in problem-solving. ” He argues that this approach builds trust, especially in an era of low institutional trust.

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Nonprofit Strategic Planning Problem Solving Education 52

Future CFO

JANUARY 22, 2025

believes in "passion, passion, and passion" that is passion for strategic impact, passion to add value, and passion for problem solving. "As As a finance leader, we may not be in the frontlines or we may not be directly connected to the customer.

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CFO Talks

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

This broadened her skills and highlighted the importance of cultural sensitivity, teamwork, and innovative problem-solving. Each team member brought unique perspectives and approaches to problem-solving, which often led to innovative solutions that I had not previously considered.

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Nerd's Eye View

MAY 4, 2023

By seeking candidates with complementary (not necessarily similar) working styles to the advisor, well-rounded teams can be established that are more likely to excel at problem-solving and developing functional processes.

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PYMNTS

OCTOBER 19, 2016

19) that its new platform called WISeAI – a problem-solving Artificial Intelligence (“AI”) solution – will be integrated into the company’s existing Vertical Platform. Cybersecurity and IoT company WISeKey announced on Wednesday (Oct.

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CFO Talks

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

When team members observe my approach to challenges and decision-making, they gain insights into effective problem-solving and professional standards. I encourage open dialogue, making myself available to answer questions and clarify concepts, so they feel supported and confident in their growth.

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CFO Talks

APRIL 5, 2023

Essential skills for accountants to possess Zebediah lists effective communication, problem-solving, and critical thinking are crucial skills for accountants. Now, they are back, they’re applying for a new bank account because they have just won a tender.” You must be knowledgeable about the nature of their business.

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Accounting Problem Solving Compliance Currencies 94

Future CFO

JULY 1, 2024

They’re also learning how to problem solve—if a play doesn’t go the way we planned, how can you switch it up in the moment to make it work? You could say that both of these activities are an outcrop of what I love to do professionally — coach, problem-solve, educate and help others.

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Problem Solving Education Leadership Finance 69

Barry Ritholtz

JUNE 29, 2023

February 27, 2023) Judgment Under Uncertainty (March 25, 2022) Investing is a Problem-Solving Exercise (January 31, 2022) The post What Do You Believe? Too many of them failed to stand up to close scrutiny. Previously : What if Dunning Kruger Explains Everything? appeared first on The Big Picture.

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Barry Ritholtz

AUGUST 30, 2023

Arnott Morningstar, July 31, 2023 See also : Timing is hard by Robin Wigglesworth FT Alphaville, August 25, 2023 Previously : Investing is the Study of Human Decision Making (August 23, 2023) Underperforming Your Own Assets (July 24, 2023) Simple, But Hard (January 30, 2023) Investing is a Problem-Solving Exercise (January 31, 2022) 1.

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Cube Software

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

data entry, compiling and consolidating reports, and manual reconciliation) eat into valuable time that could be better spent on strategic thinking and more complex problem-solving. These tasks (e.g.,

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Problem Solving Reconciliations Forecasting Budgeting 52

CFO News Room

JANUARY 12, 2023

Too often, people schedule a meeting to avoid having to put in the effort of solving a problem themselves. Collaboration can be a powerful problem-solving tool, but people shouldn’t use meetings as a distraction from the hard work of thinking.

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CFO News Room

JANUARY 4, 2023

For example, if you want to use your skills for problem solving but don’t have the opportunity to work on increasingly complex problems, can you ask your manager for more complex work or to be part of the meetings where these issues are discussed? Most people want to feel like they’re using their skills and making an impact.

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CFO Thought Leader

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Glaser credits Intel’s unique culture of “constructive confrontation,” where problems are openly addressed, as shaping her approach to problem-solving. She also stresses the importance of continuous learning, having rotated through various roles, which pushed her out of her comfort zone.

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Leadership Problem Solving Financial Analyst Construction 40

Nerd's Eye View

JULY 26, 2022

And be certain to listen to the end, where Amy shares how she wishes she had more confidence in herself at the beginning (and listened to recommendations from colleagues when launching her firm) to grow her firm slowly and charge more upfront for her services, why Amy believes in the value of starting one’s advisory career in an admin or operations (..)

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CFO News

JANUARY 26, 2024

Skills such as leadership, teamwork, integrity, risk management, and problem-solving, which are intrinsic to armed forces officers, are prized by companies including Flipkart, Vedanta, IBM, JPMorgan Chase, GE Aerospace, Marsh McLennan Global Capability Centre, and Optum.

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CFO Thought Leader

JULY 28, 2023

The distinction is crucial in understanding how to approach problem-solving in an organization. While complicated problems can be solved with the right formulas or spreadsheets, complex problems require more. The distinction is crucial in understanding how to approach problem-solving in an organization.

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 16, 2020

They added that machine learning enables vehicles to use data to imitate the human mind, language understanding, problem-solving and other traits.

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