December, 2024

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AI is becoming part of the CFO’s toolkit — like it or not

CFO Dive

The question for CFOs isn’t whether they need AI, but how long they can survive without it, says Runway CEO Siqi Chen.

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Moving Your ERP to the Cloud

Navigator SAP

Since on-premise software is quickly going the way of the passenger pigeon, part of your business is already in the cloud. It could be your online sales channel. Or your marketing platform. Or your CRM. The problem is that your backend enterprise resource planning solution (ERP) still is not in the cloud. This is a problem not only because cloud-based software comes with many benefits beyond on-premise solutions, but also because ERP is the central nerve center for your business.

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Remembering Art Cashin

Barry Ritholtz

We lost one of the greats this week: Art Cashin passed away Sunday at the age of 83. CNBC’s Bob Pisani did a wonderful remembrance of Art: “In the intensely competitive and often vicious world of stock market commentary, Cashin was that rarest of creatures: a man respected by all, bulls and bears, liberals and conservatives alike.” It made me want to share a few of my favorite Art Cashin stories… I first met Art when I was a newbie strategist in the 2000s.

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Uzbekistan Minister Laziz Kudratov On Country’s Sweeping Economic Makeover

Global Finance

Central Asia’s fastest growing and most diversified economy is being radically changed by reforms, rising FDI and high growth. Global Finance spoke with Laziz Kudratov, Uzbekistan’s Minister of Investment, Industry and Trade. Global Finance : Tell us about Uzbekistan’s transformation over the past eight years and what else you are looking to accomplish.

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The Growth Architect: How Financial Leaders are Unlocking Potential

Speaker: Ashley Harlan, MBA

What if your role as a fractional CFO went beyond operational support to actively shaping the future of your clients’ businesses? 💼 ✨ In this session, discover how fractional finance professionals can position themselves as architects of growth, guiding their clients toward sustainable success and preparing them for full-time financial leadership.

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The Finance Leader’s Playbook: Insights from the Journey

Future CFO

Finance leadership is undoubtedly not a cakewalk, as it involves various roles for the organisation to grow and drive value. Chief finance officers now work as strategic advisors to the C-suite team, with specific strategies at hand to bring in innovation for the company as a whole. Every decision is crucial to the overall results and endpoint of each and every plan and initiative, that is why it is necessary that finance leaders have a clear view of the road they have to take.

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Creating a tech-forward senior accounting talent strategy: EY

CFO Dive

To retain top talent, CFOs need to balance senior accountants’ experience against AI’s promise, EY’s Daren Campbell said.

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Boost Your Business with B1 Usability and Print & Delivery | Webinar

Navigator SAP

No matter what your role is within your business, the SAP Business One Usability Package (B1UP) will make your life easier. From sales and customer management, to finance and business operations, to service and project management, our business teams are vital in ensuring that your company will be successful.

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The Inquisitive CFO: Leveraging Curiosity for Company Growth 

CFO Talks

The Inquisitive CFO: Leveraging Curiosity for Company Growth Curiosity is often overlooked as a professional skill. Yet, for a Chief Financial Officer (CFO), curiosity can be a secret weapon to drive company growth. Being inquisitive is not just about asking questions; it’s about fostering a mindset that challenges the status quo, uncovers hidden opportunities, and builds a culture of innovation.

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European Banks Brace For Heightened Cyber Threat

Global Finance

European banks are scaling-up their IT network defenses against a surge in data breaches and Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) cyber-attacks. AXA, Nordea, Abn Amro and Banco Santander are among the financial groups targeted by what banks are describing as a “completely different scale” of hostile threat from the cyber domain. This latest generation of cybercriminals are becoming bolder and more innovative in how they target banks.

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2025 Payroll Calendar Templates (Biweekly, Semi-Monthly, and Monthly)

Use these handy calendar templates to stay on top of payroll in 2025! Download them today to share with your HR team or post for employees. Whether your company has biweekly, semi-monthly, or monthly pay periods, Paycor has you covered. Get your templates today!

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GST collection spikes 8.5% Y-o-Y in November at Rs 1.82 trillion

CFO News

GST Collections for the month of November grew 8.5 per cent year-on-year at Rs 1.82 Lakh Crore witnessing a dip compared to Rs 1.87 Lakh Crore in October 2024. Maharashtra recorded the highest GST collection among all states, registering Rs 29,948 crore, a 17 per cent year-on-year increase compared to November 2023.

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Surprise! California’s 40 Qs of Rising Minimum Wage & Fast Food Industry Growth (Beating USA)

Barry Ritholtz

@TBPInvictus here Our story so far : California has been raising its minimum wage for the past decade, starting at $8/hour through 2013. Many fast food workers (specifically) got bumped to $20/hour, from $16, in April (the law is very specific about who is eligible for the increase). Over that decade, with its minimum wage rising, California’s fast food industry has bested the rest of the US by leaps and bounds.

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Super Micro heeds committee call for new CFO amid process ‘lapses’

CFO Dive

The tech company probe’s findings come on the heels of Big Four firm EY resigning in October from its position as Super Micro’s registered public accounting firm.

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How ERP Can Assist a CPG Business in the Circular Economy

Navigator SAP

Talking about the weather used to be a throwaway conversation. But for many consumers, changing weather conditions has become an important part of a larger conversation about global warming and sustainability. Consumers are worried about environmental sustainability , and weird weather supports and amplifies this concern. For consumer packaged goods businesses, increased environmental sustainability both is a market imperative and an opportunity.

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From Start to Scale: Driving Growth Through Seamless Payments Implementation

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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Members’ Profile: Christopher Holton

CFO Talks

Members’ Profile: Christopher Holton In this edition of our CFO Spotlight series, we are featuring Christopher Holton, whose career reflects a deep commitment to both personal and professional growth. As the current Financial Director at Denso South Africa, Christopher has held key positions that span multiple industries, including logistics, fuel terminals, and manufacturing.

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Hossam Heiba, CEO of Egypt’s Investment Authority, On Economic Reforms And A Growing Private Sector

Global Finance

Global Finance spoke with Hossam Heiba, CEO of the General Authority for Investment and Free Zones in Egypt, during the 2024 World Investment Conference organized by Saudi Invest and the World Association of International Promotion Agencies (WAIPA), in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Global Finance : Is there a strong interest from the Egyptian private sector to be a part of the Saudi transformation?

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November inflation again ticked higher, to an annual rate of 2.7%

Tips Watch

Troubling conclusion: U.S. inflation is no longer slowing and remains too high. By David Enna, Tipswatch.com Although annual U.S. inflation rose from 2.6% in October to 2.

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At The Money: Optimizing Personal Health in Finance

Barry Ritholtz

At The Money: Optimizing Personal Health in Finance , with Phil Pearlman (December 11, 2024) Wall Street is always looking for an edge over the competition. But what if there was a giant source of overlooked alpha? We discuss how to obtain “Fitness Alpha.” Full transcript below. ~~~ About this week’s guest: Phil Pearlman, is former Chief Behavioral Officer at the Bank of the Ozarks and founder of the Pearl Institute.

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, 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.

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Core business strategy remains ‘intact’ with CEO exit, Intel CFO says

CFO Dive

It’s likely the incoming CEO will have a foundry background, David Zinsner, CFO and interim co-CEO for Intel said during a conference Wednesday.

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End-to-end SAP ERP Software - SourceForge Podcast

Navigator SAP

Navigator Business Solutions, an SAP Gold Partner, is proud to be featured on the SourceForge Podcast , hosted by Beau Hamilton. As a leader in cloud-based ERP solutions, including SAP S/4HANA and Business ByDesign, we specialize in helping small to mid-sized companies streamline operations, enhance efficiency, and drive sustainable growth. With over 500 successful implementations, Navigator is renowned for delivering scalable, impactful business solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of ou

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Members’ Profile: Jerome Reip

CFO Talks

Members’ Profile: Jerome Reip In this edition of our CFO Spotlight series, we are featuring Jerome Reip. Currently the Global Finance Team Leader for the Fracht Group Jerome is responsible for steering complex financial operations and delivering innovative solutions across borders. Jerome’s professional journey began with PwC (Luxembourg) as an Audit Manager, where he built a solid foundation in financial management and corporate governance.

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Davivienda Considers Assets Of Scotiabank In Colombia

Global Finance

Banco Davivienda of Grupo Bolívar is reportedly working on a deal with Scotiabank for their Colombia and Central America assets. Rumors of a sale started in December 2023 when president and CEO of Scotiabank, Scott Thomson, announced a global strategy to seek higher returns from developed markets. At the time, Thomson said they would analyze how Latin American business performed in 2024 and 2025.

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Avoiding Lease Accounting Pitfalls in 2025: Lessons Learned from Spreadsheet Errors

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.

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Sebi says digital platforms not required to obtain SDP status

CFO News

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has issued a clarification after queries have been raised in various news articles about the obligation of digital platforms to get recognition as a Specified Digital Platform.

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Is Your Business Eligible for an SBA Loan? Learn More Now

CSC Advisors

Securing funding to grow your business can be challenging, but Small Business Administration (SBA) loans are an excellent option for established businesses seeking favorable terms and support. SBA loans are designed to empower businesses by offering lower interest rates, extended repayment terms, and access to larger capital sums than conventional loans.

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US manufacturing shrinks for eighth straight month: ISM

CFO Dive

Some concerns about federal policy have eased since the November election, giving C-suite executives firmer footing as they complete business strategies for 2025.

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Does SAP Have Industry-Specific ERP Solution Packages?

Navigator SAP

As a business grows, there comes a time when it must move from a collection of small business software solutions to an integrated, industrial-strength enterprise resource planning solution (ERP) built for added complexity and greater transaction volumes. However, ERP is complicated to set up and roll out since it touches all parts of a business and encompasses all of an organizations processes.

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Back to Basics with Reconciliations

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.