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A 10-Step Playbook for New PE-Backed CFOs

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Leadership

7 Core Skills of Great CFOs

Communication, data analysis, and tech savvy are just some of the core skills needed to further the company's mission.

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The Excel Equation: When Is It Time to Move Away?

Microsoft's spreadsheet still dominates corporate finance for plenty of good reasons, but is it holding you back from growth?

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The Economy

CFOs: 9.3% Jump in Prices Will Wipe Out Real Revenue Growth

The CFO Survey also found that CFO optimism about the U.S. economy fell to its lowest reading in nearly 10 years.

By Vincent Ryan | June 29, 2022

Whitepaper

The Data-Driven CFO

This guide discusses how to track the correct KPIs based on business needs, how those KPIs impact strategy and how to make sure they’ve selected the right KPIs.

By CFO Editorial Staff | June 24, 2022

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Restoring Integrity: MiMedx CFO Pete Carlson

CFO Carlson helps biologics company MiMedx recover from an episode of revenue recognition fraud.

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Human-Centric Finance, Part 2: ‘The Complexity is Accelerating’

"I believe peer-to-peer learning is one of the most effective ways executives learn," said the Chief Executive Group's Marshall Cooper.

By Andy Burt | June 21, 2022

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Build Boldly: Sparking Action for Growth and Leadership

Build Boldly provides a practical playbook to spark bold, courageous action for growth, and leadership that inspires others to rise and be their best.

By CFO Editorial Staff | June 24, 2022

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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

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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

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8 Actions to Manage Inflation

Learn how CFOs can weather this inflation surge and set their organizations up for success in the new normal of costs.

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Calls for corporate reform are as old as the corporation itself, so why now are companies pushing for more ESG efforts in their organizations?

By Ted Jackson | July 5, 2022

People

CFOs On the Move: Week Ending July 1

McDonald’s, Dollar Tree, GoFundMe, Stride, Otis, Intrusion, Monogram Health, Mass Luminosity

By Lauren Muskett | July 1, 2022

Q&A

Restoring Integrity: MiMedx CFO Pete Carlson

CFO Carlson helps biologics company MiMedx recover from an episode of revenue recognition fraud.

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The Economy

CFOs: 9.3% Jump in Prices Will Wipe Out Real Revenue Growth

The CFO Survey also found that CFO optimism about the U.S. economy fell to its lowest reading in nearly 10 years.

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Auditing

The Big Four Continue to Dominate Auditing: Weekly Stat

The audit market is most concentrated among the population of large accelerated filers, 88% of which tap a Big Four firm for assurance.

By Vincent Ryan | June 29, 2022

Risk & Compliance

Is Your Internal Control Environment Up to Date?

Assessing the state of your current framework is crucial to ensure its effectiveness.

By Mary Wisenski | June 28, 2022

Strategy

Strategic Acquisitions: Their Mistake Could Be Your Next Opportunity

During this interest rate and inflation cycle, make your M&A shopping list early but be selective.

By Kal Vadasz | June 27, 2022

People

CFOs On the Move: Week Ending June 24

McAfee, Boohoo, Carlsberg, Janus International, LaserShip, Wheels Up, JELD-WEN, LiveWire, SeaWorld, Deliveroo

By Lauren Muskett | June 24, 2022

Health Benefits

Health Care Benefits: CFOs Have More Options Than They Think

Self-insured organizations have greater customization options that could lower the amount a company and its employees spend on health care.

By Erik Wallace | June 23, 2022

Leadership

A 10-Step Playbook for New PE-Backed CFOs

For the first 100 days to be a success, the plan must focus on measuring, managing, and scaling.

By Hal Polley and Barclay Stanton | June 22, 2022

Q&A

Human-Centric Finance, Part 2: ‘The Complexity is Accelerating’

"I believe peer-to-peer learning is one of the most effective ways executives learn," said the Chief Executive Group's Marshall Cooper.

By Andy Burt | June 21, 2022

The Economy

Tracking GDP Growth Estimates: Weekly Stat

The Atlanta Fed's GDPNow model now projects 0% growth for the second quarter.

By Vincent Ryan | June 17, 2022

People

CFOs On the Move: Week Ending June 17

Quest Diagnostics, Calendly, Marengo Therapeutics, United Rentals, Sentrics, Latham Group, Flutterwave, AGCO, Sonoco, Neptune Wellness

By Lauren Muskett | June 17, 2022

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Joining a Tech Icon: Adobe CFO Dan Durn

“Digital content and data are going to be the fuel of economic growth," said Durn, the former Applied Materials CFO.

By Vincent Ryan | June 16, 2022

Banking & Capital Markets

Fed Looks to Raise Interest Rates

All eyes on the Fed as they announce the size of interest rate hikes later today.

By Andy Burt | June 15, 2022

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