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The CFO automation imperative: Balancing tech and human judgment
Finance leaders must embrace automation while safeguarding human judgment in financial decisions.
Diana Mugambi • Jan. 27, 2026 -
Why 2026 will reward CFOs who say ‘yes’
The CFOs who will thrive over the next few years won’t be the most cautious ones, but rather those willing to say yes.
Dean Quiambao • Jan. 20, 2026 -
College football has a new position to fill: CFO
The national title game isn’t amateur anymore, and neither is the business behind it. Here are five reasons why CFOs will play a major part in the change.
Jason Hershman • Jan. 16, 2026 -
Antitrust enforcers sharpen their focus on earnings calls
A new regime of closer scrutiny by the European Commission may influence U.S. regulators and courts.
Parker Miller, Jens-Olrik Murach and Robert Poole • Jan. 13, 2026 -
The forces shaping M&A in 2026
Firms that combine strategic agility with intelligent operations will redefine how value is captured in the next era of M&A.
J. Neely • Dec. 22, 2025 -
Bridging the GAAP: Why every CFO needs an EBITDA bridge schedule
In a landscape where stakeholders demand clarity and credibility, mapping out a clear EBITDA to cash flow bridge has become a strategic imperative.
Michael Paull • Dec. 16, 2025 -
What investors and boards want from CFOs and how to deliver it
The more capital you raise, the more you have to work to create value with it. Here’s how CFOs can lead the way.
Diya Sagar • Dec. 9, 2025 -
If you talk to AI more than your CPA, you’ve got a problem
Here are six signs your tax adviser might be holding you back.
Dean Quiambao • Dec. 2, 2025 -
Making the shift from the C-suite to the boardroom
Board service requires a redefined role, a fresh mindset and a reorientation of relationships.
Karen Jaw-Madson • Nov. 25, 2025 -
How CFOs can integrate AI without overloading their teams
Sustainable AI transformation means knowing when to pause, not just accelerate.
Swetha Pandiri • Nov. 19, 2025 -
4 lessons CFOs must embrace to grow without losing control
These practical insights will help finance executives scale rapidly without sacrificing financial discipline or cultural fabric.
Jessica Martin • Nov. 12, 2025 -
How CFOs can protect the business as big bankruptcies rise
Having a proactive system for identifying early signs of customer distress is essential to protect your cash flow, limit losses and avoid disruption.
David Dragich • Nov. 4, 2025 -
When CFOs should break their own rules and why it works
Great finance leaders know which rules to enforce and which to flex, turning finance from a control function into a strategic driver of growth and trust.
Oreoluwa Onabowale • Oct. 28, 2025 -
Why the GENIUS Act makes stablecoins hard to ignore for CFOs
The most strategic CFOs aren’t waiting for the rules to fully phase in and are already making moves within the 2026 budget cycle.
Dean Quiambao • Oct. 21, 2025 -
Practical tips to maximize the qualified business income deduction
With the right strategies in place, it is possible to maximize the deduction and lock in significant, recurring savings.
Michael Geller • Oct. 14, 2025 -
Unlocking strategic finance through a streamlined close
By rooting out bottlenecks, assessing maturity and embracing automation, organizations can transform the close into a strategic asset.
Cory Teller • Oct. 8, 2025 -
Beyond patents and lab coats — How CFOs can maximize R&D tax benefits
Many businesses assume R&D qualification only applies to formal lab research and miss out on potential tax savings.
Michael Thompson • Oct. 7, 2025 -
Amid automation push, CFO storytelling matters more than ever
Finance leaders need to develop a skill machines can't replicate: making people care about financial data through compelling storytelling.
Konstantin Dzhengozov • Sept. 30, 2025 -
Soft power in finance — Why influence matters more than accuracy
A finance leader reveals why accuracy falls short without the crucial skill of translating numbers into influential insights that drive key business decisions.
Oreoluwa Onabowale • Sept. 23, 2025 -
What CFOs need to know about R&D tax credit reform
Finance leaders have a timely opportunity to enhance liquidity, reduce tax burdens and align tax policy with business growth.
Todd Sutherland • Sept. 16, 2025 -
Liquidity under pressure: How CFOs can respond to economic uncertainty
CFOs can transform liquidity challenges into strategic advantages through improved forecasting, technology investments and smarter capital management.
Kelley Pruetz • Sept. 9, 2025 -
Setting the record straight on VATs and tariffs
For U.S. companies doing business globally, an accurate understanding of these tax principles is more important than ever.
George L. Salis • Sept. 2, 2025 -
How Trump’s tariffs trigger state tax bills most CFOs never see coming
As companies adjust supply chains and pricing strategies in response to tariffs, they may inadvertently create a tax nexus in new states.
Glenn C. McCoy, Jr. • Aug. 26, 2025 -
Tips for expanding a B2B business outside the US
Jim Ogle, CFO of B2B marketing firm Anteriad, shares lessons learned and strategic insights on successfully navigating the complexities of international business expansion.
Jim Ogle • Aug. 19, 2025 -
There’s never been a better time to invest in AI. The tax code backs you up
For the first time in years, the tax code and the tech road map are aligned.
Dean Quiambao • Aug. 14, 2025