The role of the CFO is changing. As responsibilities continue to grow, so does the need to develop yourself as a strategic leader. To succeed, it’s time to craft your own playbook for career advancement. In Build Boldly, author Bolanle Williams-Olley offers practical steps to define your career path, become a strategic partner, challenge the norm, and create a work […]

US inflation is now at a four-decade high. For CFOs, tracking external inflation indicators is of highest priority. This guide breaks down the four main inflation measures provided by the Federal Government, as well as supplemental indicators that could prove critical in predicting trends and guiding decisions.

Physical inventory counts are difficult and time consuming, but they don’t have to be. 6 Tips for Tackling Physical Inventory Counts presents great data on the current state of inventory management, painting a scary picture of inventory management neglect, and makes the case for the technologies allowing you to better manage your inventory. It also visually and clearly presents all […]

In today’s ever-changing business environment, organizations need real-time information and metrics to inform decisions and quickly evaluate results. This is possible only with continuous accounting. Companies that fail to adopt this approach, clinging instead to traditional accounting processes, will rely on outdated information and risk underperforming competitors. We’ll cover it all in this 8-minute read.

The role of the CFO has transformed from that of a historical record keeper to a forward-looking strategist. While historical financial metrics will always be important to management and investors, new data science tools and methodologies can and should be applied to business data to extract greater value. Read how CFOs can utilize technology to make better financial decisions and […]

The days when the chief financial officer was primarily responsible for internal controls and compliance are long gone. While financial discipline remains critical, today’s CFOs have far more responsibility than their predecessors did, playing key roles in developing strategy, fostering innovation, and driving growth. Read this business guide to learn more about the habits that effective CFOs use to meet […]

For a new CFO, operating without a clear job description in those critical first 90 days can be a challenge. Determining what priorities to focus on for long-term success requires developing relationships with key stakeholders, getting comfortable with the numbers, and identifying key performance indicators early on. Learn how CFOs can plan for—and execute on—lasting and sustainable transformations in The […]

Just as the CFO role has in recent years incorporated change management and long-term growth initiatives, the role of controllers is also evolving. While controllers have always exhibited logic, attention to detail and a process-centric mindset, their expanded role requires soft skills around leadership, collaboration and communication, both with their teams and with others throughout the company. This guide discusses […]