Growth at ‘Any Cost’ Is Over: CFO Panel

At the CFO Leadership Conference, speakers noted inflation, tight labor markets, and higher interest rates change the way CFOs pursue growth.

By Vincent Ryan | May 19, 2022

Q&A

Michael Bayer: ‘CFOs Are Storytellers’

And the story needs to resonate — with employees, customers, investors, and vendors, said the Wasabi Technologies CFO.

By Andy Burt | May 19, 2022

Cost Management

4 Tips for Cutting Indirect Spend

Manage spending on items such as office supplies, furniture, and professional services to help offset inflation.

By Vincent Ryan | February 25, 2022

Leadership

Going from CFO to COO: What, Why, and How

Here's what CFOs need to know if they want to take a leap (or a small step) to the chief operating officer role.

By Jeremy Van Ek | November 19, 2019

Spreadsheets

Growing Pains: Stuck on Excel

As a company scales, the spreadsheet software can impede finance’s pursuit of efficiency.

By Vincent Ryan | May 12, 2022

Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities Need Addressing

Strengthen cyber defenses by guiding organizational behavior and reducing tactical errors.

By Craig Callé | May 17, 2022

Careers

CFO to CEO: 6 Tips to Prepare for the Top Spot

Finance chiefs are in a better position than ever to make the jump to CEO.

By Sandra Beckwith | May 10, 2022

M&A

Data Integration Drives Successful Mergers

In an M&A transaction, disparate data and disconnected systems require a data integration game plan.

By Stacy Galligan | May 16, 2022

Whitepaper

3 Action Items for Today’s CFO

In this whitepaper, we'll explore the top three priorities for CFOs in 2022 - including cash management, wage and workforce management and scenario planning.

By CFO Editorial Staff | May 2, 2022

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Q&As

Q&A

Michael Bayer: ‘CFOs Are Storytellers’

And the story needs to resonate — with employees, customers, investors, and vendors, said the Wasabi Technologies CFO.

By Andy Burt | May 19, 2022

Q&A

Path to the Top: CFO Sue Vestri

“I’m proof that you don’t have to work for a CPA firm or become an auditor to be a CFO. There are other ways to get there.”

By Sandra Beckwith | May 9, 2022

Financial Modeling for Growing Businesses

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Financial Modeling for Growing Businesses

Our webinar panelists will share how they’re using financial modeling and projections to input assumptions, see the projected outcomes, and ultimately choose the most favorable ones to move their business forward.

By CFO Editorial Staff | March 16, 2022

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The CFO Briefcase

The top trends and analysis to stay ahead.

Risk

2022 Regulatory Outlook: A Year of Big Developments?

Insider stock sales, individual culpability in corporate misconduct, and climate-related disclosures headline a potentially busy year.

By Matt Heller | January 25, 2022

Labor Management

2022 Outlook: 4 Charts to Watch

Inflation, consumer sentiment, and the job situation will be top of mind for CFOs as they navigate the uncertain economic climate.

By Vincent Ryan | January 25, 2022

M&A

2022 M&A Outlook: Deal Market Expected to Continue Hot Pace

Buyers will hunt for targets that improve their talent bases, supply chains, and sustainability strategies.

By Vincent Ryan | January 20, 2022

Forecasting

2022 Interest Rates Outlook: Fed Tightening Is Not Risk-Free

If the U.S. economy isn’t as strong as the Fed thinks, higher interest rates will hurt.

By Russ Banham | January 19, 2022

Leadership

2022 Outlook: CFOs’ 4 realms of risk

2022 is a pivotal year for CFOs. A mixed economic bag and the impact of COVID-19 leaves finance chiefs with big challenges to navigate.

By Vincent Ryan | January 18, 2022

Workforce Management

A CFO Action Plan for 2022

CFOs must support their CEOs and cross-functional partners in driving business recovery and addressing the continued uncertainty.

By Steve McNally | January 5, 2022

eBook

The 80/20 CFO

This guide outlines ways to make strategic transformations in your company.

By CFO Editorial Staff | March 4, 2022

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People

CFOs On the Move: Week Ending May 20

One Concern, LaunchDarkly, Volvo Trucks, Ulteig, Foursquare, Onto Innovation, Truist, Hydrow, Myers Industries, Evolv Technology

By Lauren Muskett | May 20, 2022

Strategy

Growth at ‘Any Cost’ Is Over: CFO Panel

At the CFO Leadership Conference, speakers noted inflation, tight labor markets, and higher interest rates change the way CFOs pursue growth.

By Vincent Ryan | May 19, 2022

Q&A

Michael Bayer: ‘CFOs Are Storytellers’

And the story needs to resonate — with employees, customers, investors, and vendors, said the Wasabi Technologies CFO.

By Andy Burt | May 19, 2022

Technology

Finance Teams Can Apply Algorithms to Aid Employee Retention

Applying machine learning to standard HR data helps spot employees poised to quit their jobs.

By Tim Glowa and Eric Gonzaga | May 19, 2022

Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities Need Addressing

Strengthen cyber defenses by guiding organizational behavior and reducing tactical errors.

By Craig Callé | May 17, 2022

M&A

Data Integration Drives Successful Mergers

In an M&A transaction, disparate data and disconnected systems require a data integration game plan.

By Stacy Galligan | May 16, 2022

People

CFOs On the Move: Week Ending May 13

RingCentral, Moderna, Klaviyo, New Western, Jumio, Johnson & Johnson MedTech, b.well Connected Health, Freshii, SeaWorld, Jitterbit

By Lauren Muskett | May 13, 2022

Spreadsheets

Growing Pains: Stuck on Excel

As a company scales, the spreadsheet software can impede finance’s pursuit of efficiency.

By Vincent Ryan | May 12, 2022

Careers

CFO to CEO: 6 Tips to Prepare for the Top Spot

Finance chiefs are in a better position than ever to make the jump to CEO.

By Sandra Beckwith | May 10, 2022

Q&A

Path to the Top: CFO Sue Vestri

“I’m proof that you don’t have to work for a CPA firm or become an auditor to be a CFO. There are other ways to get there.”

By Sandra Beckwith | May 9, 2022

People

CFOs On the Move: Week Ending May 6

Wayfair, BuzzFeed, Clariant, Tupperware, TuneIn, FanDuel, Hudson’s Bay, Halliburton, BrightView, Anji Pharma

By Lauren Muskett | May 6, 2022

Human Capital Management

Metric of the Month: The Right Mix of New and Long-Serving Employees

Work to strike a balance between organizational experience and fresh perspectives.

By Perry D. Wiggins, C.P.A. | May 5, 2022

Strategy

Steering the Sales Force Away From the ‘Easy Sale’

Build an effective sales force by redirecting its energy toward value maximization.

By Marwaan Karame | May 4, 2022

Sustainability

Meeting the Demand for Sustainability Disclosures and Investments

By embracing sustainability initiatives, finance executives can satisfy reporting requirements and create economic value.

By Steve McNally | May 3, 2022

Employee Benefits and Compensation

Bearing the Higher Cost of Labor: Weekly Stat

The gap between the rate of growth in the Employment Cost Index and inflation widened in March.

By Vincent Ryan | May 2, 2022

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