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    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
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    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
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    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
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    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
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    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
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    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
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    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
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    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
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    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
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    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
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    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
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    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
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    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
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    7 legal considerations for mitigating risk in AI implementation

    By proactively addressing data privacy, intellectual property and cybersecurity, finance professionals can mitigate legal exposure and unlock the full value of AI. 

    Emily Burrows • Aug. 12, 2025
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    5 steps to fix fragmented reporting

    Addressing fragmented reporting requires more than surface-level fixes. Use this framework to build sustainable and practical reporting improvements. 

    Swetha Pandiri • Aug. 5, 2025
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    5 international tax compliance strategies when going global

    CFOs steering U.S. businesses into global markets will need to engage in proactive strategic planning to meet the convergence of digital tax policies. 

    Michael Bernard • July 29, 2025
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    Putting AI revenue potential in perspective

    AI holds immense potential, but realizing its true value demands a new level of financial discipline, precise metric alignment and robust risk management.

    Ankit Chopra • July 23, 2025
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    Growth mode: Key loan agreement provisions during an acquisition

    Here’s how CFOs can collaborate with legal counsel to anticipate pressure points during a potential acquisition.

    Katie Smalley • July 16, 2025
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    9 steps for CFOs to build a future-focused finance organization

    The current macroeconomic environment has created uncertainty for businesses, and finance leaders must act decisively to address risks and ensure agility.

    Sid Basu • July 8, 2025
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    Unlocking the power of AI for extractive and generative insights

    As CFOs navigate the opportunities and challenges presented by AI, a hybrid approach that combines extractive and generative capabilities may hold the key to success. 

    John Parkinson • June 25, 2025
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    5 key LOI and purchase agreement strategies CFOs must master

    A well-crafted letter of intent is the foundation of a successful acquisition, setting the tone for negotiations and protecting the company’s bottom line.

    Tatjana Paterno • June 17, 2025
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    5 ways for CFOs to address the accounting talent shortage

    The accountant shortage isn’t going away, but CFOs can change how they compete for talent.

    John Dorer • June 10, 2025
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    Balancing strategic tradeoffs and leadership transparency during challenging transformations

    Transparent communication around cost-cutting decisions is vital for preserving employee morale, productivity and culture.

    Annie Peabody • June 3, 2025
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    Financial transparency as a strategic advantage for CFOs

    When delivered with consistency and clarity, transparency can transform company culture, drive better decision making and empower employees to think like owners.

    Michael Paull • May 29, 2025
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    The hidden cost of constant innovation

    Organizations often implement new technologies without accounting for training and productivity losses, but there are proven strategies to boost adoption rates and ROI.

    Courtney Schuyler • May 28, 2025