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February 7, 2023

Super Bowl CFO: How finance supports the Chiefs’ on-field success

Through scouting improvements and setting up remote IT networks, the Kansas City Chiefs’ CFO shares the role finance plays for a Super Bowl regular.

February 2, 2023

The number of CFOs who are women hits an all-time high

The percentage of CFOs who are women hit an all-time high last year, and racial and ethnic minorities also continue to make gains in obtaining roles in the C-suite, according to an annual report from Crist Kolder.

December 2, 2022

Pockets of optimism — why there’s hope amidst ‘doom and gloom’

In between predictions of a recession and lower revenue and profit projections, some finance decision-makers show signs of positivity when it comes to their business expansion plans in the coming 12 months. Learn more in this podcast episode with transcript.

December 1, 2022

Inflation drives pessimism and fuels potential challenges

More CPA decision-makers are pessimistic about the state of the U.S. and global economies, according to the quarterly Business and Industry Economic Outlook Survey.

November 4, 2022

CEOs cite consequences of not meeting expectations related to ESG

Global business leaders say the impact of ESG goes beyond simply satisfying investors and accounting standards.

August 8, 2022

The functions CFOs are targeting for budget cuts, increased spending

Real estate and facilities management is the category most likely to face budget cuts, a Gartner survey shows. IT is the most common CFO choice for planned spending increases.

April 5, 2022

Co-creating the future of finance: A leadership group’s quest

A group of executives from large companies wants to work together on the quest to transform finance into more of a value partner.

February 14, 2022

Why CFOs should learn to let go

Gartner research underscores the need for CFOs to be decisive in shifting investments to high-value uses.

January 14, 2022

Diversity continues to rise among CFOs and CEOs, survey shows

Data from an annual report by executive recruiting firm Crist | Kolder shows that women and racial and ethnic minorities have a greater percentage of leadership roles than in previous years.

January 6, 2022

Why a CFO needs to wear two hats

A finance leader at Yelp explains “the two hats of the CFO” and some of the ways finance can be more of a value partner for business.

November 19, 2021

SBA clarifies COVID-19 EIDL application deadlines

The US SBA provided updated guidance Friday on various COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loan program application deadlines.

November 12, 2021

Rethinking real estate: The benefits of workforce segmentation

Balancing business goals with employee experience can provide the best path forward as hybrid working becomes commonplace.

May 5, 2021

AI presents opportunities for cost optimization in manufacturing

Artificial intelligence and machine learning can drive more efficient operations and more effective growth for manufacturers. Here’s how the technology is being used to monitor for defects, schedule preventive maintenance and improve forecasting accuracy.

February 25, 2021

Automation to drive big shifts in corporate reporting

A smarter and more automated operating model for corporate reporting is on the horizon, according to results of a new EY survey.

September 30, 2020

What COVID-19 has taught corporate boards

Boards were meeting more regularly, more virtually, and getting more into the details on topics previously addressed only at a high level.

September 28, 2020

Companies use full array of tools to navigate the pandemic

Companies have used various means to expand credit, conserve cash and reduce tax burdens to combat the devastation of the pandemic. Here are some of the tactics that large public companies have used.

May 8, 2020

As cash worries persist, companies ponder cuts, investments

Revenue declines are chief on the minds of finance professionals in an April survey. More than half of finance professionals expect business operations to return to normal in the fourth quarter or later.

March 5, 2020

Coronavirus looms over positive economic outlook

Projections for the next 12 months are generally positive, but concerns about the effect of the virus diminished that enthusiasm, according to a quarterly survey.

February 1, 2020

Finance priorities for post-merger integration

Management accountants can take a lead role in post-merger integration with the right planning and execution of key steps.

August 6, 2018

How smart contracts can create a competitive edge

A smart contract is an electronic agreement that uses computer programming and blockchain technology to execute without third parties.

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4 ways solo practitioners can stand out

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