ESG

Best Advice for CFOs 2021
Sustainability

Best Advice for CFOs 2021

CFO publishes columns from experts, consultants, and finance chiefs each year. We assembled some of the best from the wealth of advice our guest authors dispensed in 2021. These pieces struck a chord with readers and remain as relevant as the day they were published. 5 Leadership Traps to Avoid Post-COVID Turn 2021 into a year
By Vincent Ryan | December 21, 2021
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ESG: The Financial Reporting Implications
Sustainability

ESG: The Financial Reporting Implications

Companies struggle to move from answering “why” they will embed ESG into strategy to “how” to make that happen and “what” they will report.
By Vincent Ryan | November 17, 2021
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ESG Targets Gain Foothold in Exec Comp Plans
Human Capital

ESG Targets Gain Foothold in Exec Comp Plans

But compensation committees still struggle to determine which metrics drive the right behaviors and which merely pad executive pay.
By Vincent Ryan | September 27, 2021
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Materiality Question Dogs SEC’s ESG Disclosure Project
Supply Chain

Materiality Question Dogs SEC’s ESG Disclosure Project

Will the SEC adhere to the concept of materiality when formulating new climate risk disclosure rules?
By Vincent Ryan | August 17, 2021
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Will Public Company ESG Disclosures Come From Shareholders or Regulators?
Investor Relations

Will Public Company ESG Disclosures Come From Shareholders or Regulators?

“The question of what ESG information is missing in our markets is first and foremost a question for investors,” says one SEC commissioner.
By Lauren Muskett | July 9, 2021
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CFOs See Silver Linings to Coronavirus Crisis
Strategy

CFOs See Silver Linings to Coronavirus Crisis

Grant Thornton reports that more than 60% of CFOs cited improved flexible and remote work environments as an upside of the pandemic.
By Matthew Heller | March 31, 2021
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Five Lessons for CFOs As We Approach 2021
Strategy

Five Lessons for CFOs As We Approach 2021

Don't let uncertainty deter your company from growth, but be sure finance keeps a close eye on internal processes and key relationships.
By Vincent Ryan | December 21, 2020
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How Finance Leaders Can Drive Sustainability Transformations
Sustainability

How Finance Leaders Can Drive Sustainability Transformations

The CFO has the opportunity to lead the sustainability conversation by articulating the manifold ways sustainability creates value for the company.
By Vincent Ryan | September 14, 2020
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What Are the Top Concerns for Boards in 2020?
Risk Management

What Are the Top Concerns for Boards in 2020?

The list includes a potential economic downturn, board diversity, corporate reputation, pay equity, cybersecurity, and corporate innovation.
By David McCann | January 13, 2020
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International Tax Reporting Standard Is Finalized
Tax

International Tax Reporting Standard Is Finalized

Under the Global Reporting Initiative's new standard, thousands of companies will be voluntarily reporting tax information on a country-by-country basis.
By David McCann | December 5, 2019
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Companies Face Demand for Third-Party CSR Certifications
Sustainability

Companies Face Demand for Third-Party CSR Certifications

A host of stakeholders are looking for external verification of companies' claims about the success of their corporate social responsibility programs.
By David McCann | November 26, 2019
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CFOs Can Lead Efforts to Manage Water Risk
Sustainability

CFOs Can Lead Efforts to Manage Water Risk

Not all of the reasons for focusing on water risk are ESG-related. There are also good business reasons to do so.
By David McCann | June 4, 2019
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Passive & ESG Investing Shake Up Investor Relations
Investor Relations

Passive & ESG Investing Shake Up Investor Relations

No longer content to be silent bystanders, these growing categories of investors are demanding more outreach from IR pros and CFOs.
By David McCann | May 16, 2019
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Companies That Do Well Also Do Good
Risk & Compliance

Companies That Do Well Also Do Good

Is there a link between how well companies deliver on their social mission and whether they create long-term value for shareholders?
By Vincent Ryan | May 15, 2019
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Climate Change Reporting: A Catalyst for Change
Sustainability

Climate Change Reporting: A Catalyst for Change

As the effects of climate change become more prominent, they will become more and more visible in financial statements, says IASB's chair.
By David McCann | April 3, 2019
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