Crist Kolder Archives - CFO

With Stocks Up, Finance Chiefs Are On the Move

With Stocks Up, Finance Chiefs Are On the Move

A recruiting firm's latest annual report on the career movements of C-suite executives is a treasure trove of interesting tidbits.

By David McCann | August 23, 2018

For CFOs, Opportunities to Move Up Are Limited

For CFOs, Opportunities to Move Up Are Limited

Few finance chiefs get a chance to be CEO, and those at midsize companies often lose out on bigger CFO jobs to divisional finance leaders at larger firms.

By David McCann | August 24, 2017

CFO Turnover Dips, Reversing Three-Year Trend

CFO Turnover Dips, Reversing Three-Year Trend

Improved corporate performance and evolving compensation trends may be contributing to the about-face.

By David McCann | August 27, 2014

Double Duty

More and more companies are eliminating the chief operating officer position — and handing operating duties to the CFO.

By David McCann | May 21, 2014

CFO Musical Chairs Are Humming Along

CFO Musical Chairs Are Humming Along

The turnover rate has been creeping up for three years as the economy slowly regains its balance.

By David McCann | August 20, 2013

With New CFO, JPMorgan Turns Page on “London Whale”

With New CFO, JPMorgan Turns Page on “London Whale”

America's biggest bank appoints Marianne Lake to the post. Unlike her predecessor in his last few months on the job, she'll report to CEO Jamie Dimon.

By David McCann | November 20, 2012

Good-bye COO, Hello More Responsibility

Good-bye COO, Hello More Responsibility

Fewer and fewer large companies have chief operating officers, meaning CFOs are getting more operational responsibility. That should position them as CEO candidates — someday.

By David McCann | September 24, 2012

Should You Be on a Board?

Should You Be on a Board?

If you’re OK with the time investment and the risks, board service can make you a better CFO, bring new insights into your company, and enhance your career prospects.

By David McCann | June 27, 2012