Robert Half Archives - CFO

To Stem Turnover, Employers Favor Higher Salaries and Remote Work

To Stem Turnover, Employers Favor Higher Salaries and Remote Work

Finance and accounting executives were less likely to accelerate promotions and let employees set their own work schedules.

By Vincent Ryan | July 27, 2022

Antidote for CFOs in a Hurry: Meditation

Antidote for CFOs in a Hurry: Meditation

A finance chief urges his peers to de-stress, sharpen their focus, and gain several other benefits by practicing meditation.

By Jason Godley, CFO, and Fastaff Travel Nursing and U.S. Nursing | August 23, 2018

Many CFOs Paying a Premium for New Talent

Many CFOs Paying a Premium for New Talent

More than half of U.S. CFOs surveyed by Robert Half reported offering more money for new hires, with an average pay increase of 10%.

By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | January 8, 2016

Employees Want More Feedback on Their Future

Workplace Issues

Employees Want More Feedback on Their Future

A survey of finance professionals finds two in five never discuss their career path with their manager.

By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | October 23, 2015

CPA Starting Pay to Rise up to 5.3% in 2016

Human Resources

CPA Starting Pay to Rise up to 5.3% in 2016

Accounting professionals will continue to benefit from high demand as companies rebound from the recession, survey says.

By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | September 7, 2015

CFOs Are Eager to Be Consultants

CFOs Are Eager to Be Consultants

A large majority of finance chiefs have their eyes trained on post-career consulting gigs.

By David McCann | May 9, 2014

What Entrepreneurs, VCs Think about CFOs

What Entrepreneurs, VCs Think about CFOs

Feel you're not getting the straight scoop from your own bosses? Here are some unbiased observations from longtime corporate leaders and venture capitalists.

By David McCann | June 11, 2013

Private Company CFOs Keep Financials Private

Management Accounting

Private Company CFOs Keep Financials Private

A new survey shows that private company finance chiefs won’t even discuss financial results internally.

By Kathy Hoffelder | August 30, 2012

The Scourge of Performance Reviews

Workplace Issues

The Scourge of Performance Reviews

While the purpose of employee assessments is well founded, in practice they invite mismanagement and should be replaced with different performance-enhancement tools.

By David McCann | August 16, 2012

Acting as One: The Collective Leadership Approach

Acting as One: The Collective Leadership Approach

Make sure leadership at your company permeates its culture, rather than being dictated by the C-suite alone.

By James Quigley | January 24, 2012