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Four Questions CFOs Should Ask Their Supply Chain Leaders

Four Questions CFOs Should Ask Their Supply Chain Leaders

CFOs must challenge supply chain and transportation leaders to help build stronger, more resilient transportation networks.

By Chris Gaffney, and Mark Shaughnessy | June 14, 2021

What the C-Suite Is Saying About Bitcoin

What the C-Suite Is Saying About Bitcoin

On first-quarter earnings calls, CFOs and CEOs revealed their attitudes about and approaches to cryptocurrencies.

By Vincent Ryan | May 10, 2021

10 Vital Roles for CFOs

10 Vital Roles for CFOs

To ascend to (and remain in) the office of CFO and be great at the job, you will have to master these responsibilities.

By Sandra Beckwith | February 24, 2021

The Decision to Buy or Sell Non-Core Assets

The Decision to Buy or Sell Non-Core Assets

No matter what side of the negotiation table you are on, make sure these questions are top of mind.

By Frank Williamson | December 8, 2020

Want to Be a Nonprofit CFO? Much Will Be Familiar

Want to Be a Nonprofit CFO? Much Will Be Familiar

Even in the nonprofit world, finance chiefs often view things differently than their C-suite colleagues do.

By David McCann | June 12, 2018

CFOs: Financial Future Hangs on Upcoming Election

CFOs: Financial Future Hangs on Upcoming Election

A new survey reveals 87% of CFOs believe the economic future of their companies depends on the outcome of the U.S. presidential election.

By Sean Allocca | October 4, 2016

How to Avoid Bankruptcy: Lessons from a Short Seller

How to Avoid Bankruptcy: Lessons from a Short Seller

Hedge fund manager Scott Fearon's book reveals how companies ensure their demise.

By David McCann | March 23, 2015

Most Tech CFOs in the Dark About Revenue Rule

Revenue Recognition

Most Tech CFOs in the Dark About Revenue Rule

Fifty-seven percent of tech company CFOs responding to a BDO survey are still unfamiliar with the new revenue recognition standard.

By Matthew Heller | March 9, 2015

Unfriendly Persuasion by CFOs Could Spur Faulty Audits

Growth Companies

Unfriendly Persuasion by CFOs Could Spur Faulty Audits

Caught between the need to serve clients and the requirement to be skeptical of them, auditors may stint on audit quality.

By David Katz | February 17, 2015

Amazon CFO Szkutak to Retire Next Year

Amazon CFO Szkutak to Retire Next Year

The change comes as CEO Jeff Bezos fields accusations that he's too focused on areas outside the company's core online retail business.

By Iris Dorbian | September 4, 2014

What Do CFOs Do on Twitter?

What Do CFOs Do on Twitter?

Turns out that they like The Voice, Joel Osteen and sports. Oh, and they read about business.

By Marielle Segarra | March 4, 2014

Just Cutting Costs Won’t Cut It

Just Cutting Costs Won’t Cut It

Finance and other support functions won’t succeed unless they're actively identifying customer needs and shaping demand.

By Paul Cichocki and Michael Heric | December 16, 2013

Predictive Analytics Drives Profitability, Growth

Predictive Analytics Drives Profitability, Growth

Predictive analytics can be an ally in driving growth and managing enterprise profitability.

By Lana Klein and Colin Hare | November 25, 2013

Why CFOs Fail in Moves to Small Companies

Why CFOs Fail in Moves to Small Companies

Many finance chiefs can't operate without the support infrastructure they've enjoyed during their careers at large companies. Here are four common traits of those who do succeed.

By John Touey | June 3, 2013

The Pros and Cons of ESOPs

The Pros and Cons of ESOPs

Your company is owned by a baby boomer who needs to juice up his personal liquidity. When is selling the company to its employees a sound strategy?

By George D. Shaw | January 28, 2013