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5 Ways to Speed Up the Year-End Close: Metric of the Month

5 Ways to Speed Up the Year-End Close: Metric of the Month

The fastest finance teams perform annual close activities throughout the year to complete the task in 10 days or less.

By Perry D. Wiggins | February 8, 2023

President First: CFO Len Batcha

President First: CFO Len Batcha

“I learned by taking risks and not being afraid to assume responsibility,” said the Tech Trans president and CFO.

By Sandra Beckwith | December 8, 2022

How CFOs Can Be Sustainability Leaders

How CFOs Can Be Sustainability Leaders

Finance is best-positioned to build trust in information and break down silos — necessities for the success of sustainable business practices.

By Kevin Dancey | November 10, 2022

The Excel Equation: When Is It Time to Move Away?

The Excel Equation: When Is It Time to Move Away?

Microsoft's spreadsheet still dominates corporate finance for plenty of good reasons, but is it holding you back from growth?

By CFO Editorial Staff | May 27, 2022

To the New or Aspiring CFO

To the New or Aspiring CFO

Use this advice to maximize success in your new role.

By Greg Milano | March 23, 2022

Cycle Time to Complete the Annual Budget: Metric of the Month

Corporate Finance

Cycle Time to Complete the Annual Budget: Metric of the Month

A shorter time frame, open communications, and financial diplomacy all enable a smoother and faster annual budgeting process.

By Perry D. Wiggins, CPA | November 1, 2021

How to Focus on Finance Team Performance

How to Focus on Finance Team Performance

Here is a highly organized way to track how the finance department is doing and make it more important to the business.

By Mitchell York | August 15, 2019

How Millennials Can Find Work with a Purpose in Finance

Talent Management

How Millennials Can Find Work with a Purpose in Finance

Is it realistic or fair for someone to expect to do meaningful work from their first day?

By Neil Williams | May 1, 2017

Attracting Millennials to the Finance Team

Attracting Millennials to the Finance Team

Finding qualified people — especially younger professionals — to staff the finance team continues to be a challenge.

By | April 8, 2017

Partnering with a New CEO to Boost Shareholder Returns

Partnering with a New CEO to Boost Shareholder Returns

The CFO and the finance team have the skills to help the CEO understand and interpret residual cash earnings signals.

By Marwaan Karame | February 8, 2017

The Strategist CFO: A Conversation with ADP’s Jan Siegmund

Growth Companies

The Strategist CFO: A Conversation with ADP’s Jan Siegmund

As the finance chief’s remit has grown, companies have looked further afield to fill the role. Here’s how a former chief strategy officer fits in.

By Basel Kayyali and Ishaan Seth | April 8, 2015

Finance Leaders Bemoan Talent Shortage

Finance Leaders Bemoan Talent Shortage

Corporate finance executives rate few of their direct reports as effective in the behaviors and skills that drive the finance function to excellent performance.

By David McCann | April 24, 2013

You’ve Got a First-Rate Finance Department

Human Capital & Careers

You’ve Got a First-Rate Finance Department

The hallmarks of a great workplace for finance professionals aren't necessarily what you'd think.

By Lisa Yoon | September 12, 2003

Dennis Dammerman – General Electric

Human Capital & Careers

Dennis Dammerman – General Electric

Category: TRAINING/BUIDLING A FINANCE TEAM At General Electric, the mantra has always been: Those who can, also teach.

By Ann Monroe | September 1, 1998