Human Capital: Page 6

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    70% of companies now cover GLP-1s for weight loss

    Although coverage restrictions remain in place, the trendiness of weight loss drugs may be creating a growing cost concern for CFOs.

    By • June 4, 2025
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    Many Americans unlikely to quit over RTO mandates

    More than half of respondents in a recent survey by recruiting firm Randstad said they won’t leave their jobs if asked to return to the office at least three days a week.

    By • June 4, 2025
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    Opinion

    Balancing strategic tradeoffs and leadership transparency during challenging transformations

    Transparent communication around cost-cutting decisions is vital for preserving employee morale, productivity and culture.

    By Annie Peabody • June 3, 2025
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    Opinion

    Financial transparency as a strategic advantage for CFOs

    When delivered with consistency and clarity, transparency can transform company culture, drive better decision making and empower employees to think like owners.

    By Michael Paull • May 29, 2025
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    Why external workforce payments need one global standard

    Fragmented payments are slowing global teams. Here's how CFOs can fix it.

    May 27, 2025
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    The corporate work week grows even longer

    Executives average more than 50 hours per week, and relatively few employees still work only 40 hours.

    By • May 21, 2025
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    NYC leads return-to-office as hybrid work increases: Trial Balance

    Placer.ai’s April 2025 Office Index shows continued recovery in office foot traffic, with New York City leading the rebound.

    By , • May 19, 2025
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    Global workforce shrank by 4.15% in 2024

    Even AI roles experienced a sharp 15% year-over-year decline as hiring dynamics in the space matured.

    By • May 19, 2025
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    Companies bet on internal hires and first-timers as CFO turnover rises in Q1

    More than half of the finance chiefs hired in this year’s first quarter were promoted internally or were first-time CFOs, according to new data from Russell Reynolds.

    By • May 15, 2025
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    NASBA and AICPA approve model legislation for CPA licensure

    The revised Uniform Accountancy Act introduces a third pathway to CPA licensure and modernizes mobility rules to help states address accounting talent concerns.

    By • May 15, 2025
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    CFOs pull back on raises with a 29% drop in compensation growth plans

    New data from Gartner shows CFOs are much less likely to give out large compensation increases this year than they were previously.

    By • May 14, 2025
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    Only 51% of finance leaders say new grads are job-ready

    According to OneStream data, the growing AI skills gap is affecting workforce readiness, with young men and women taking vastly different approaches to new technology. 

    By • May 13, 2025
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    Former Tyson Foods CFO returns as board member despite past incidents: Trial Balance

    The meat producer has announced that two of the chairman's children, including former CFO John R. Tyson who has a history of legal troubles, will join the company's board of directors.

    By , • May 12, 2025
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    Why longevity illiteracy among employees may turn into a problem for CFOs

    Most employees expect long retirements but have little idea how to budget for them, creating challenges for CFOs allocating to benefits and retirement programs.

    By • May 7, 2025
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    Accounting role outsourcing drops 25% YoY despite lingering talent issues

    Though finance leaders say talent issues continue to linger, far fewer are outsourcing talent than they were a year ago, according to new data from Personiv.

    By • April 30, 2025
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    How CPA licensure changes are affecting CFOs and accounting talent

    Experts in accounting detail what elements of these changes impact corporate finance while sharing their thoughts on how to fix the accounting curriculum.

    By • April 25, 2025
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    Q&A

    Fundrise CFO Alison Staloch talks home affordability and Gen Z’s investing trends

    Staloch explains how the real estate investment platform targets high-demand housing markets and is betting on long-term rental growth as affordability challenges linger.

    By • April 24, 2025
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    50% of finance teams still take over a week to close the books

    Bottlenecks in the monthly process include data quality, technology use, Microsoft Excel, cash reconciliation and more.

    By • April 23, 2025
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    Opinion

    The science, art and soul of being a CFO beyond the spreadsheet

    Effective financial leadership blends science, art and soul. Here’s how each has helped develop Ogilvy's global CFO’s leadership style.

    By Stacey Ryan-Cornelius • April 15, 2025
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    54% of employees say they’re ‘quiet cracking’

    The newest quiet labor trend is slowly eroding workplace productivity and is likely going unnoticed by many companies until it’s too late.

    By • April 9, 2025
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    How CFOs can negotiate employee benefit costs

    Use these tips to help guide communication toward successful renewals.

    By • April 8, 2025
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    How EdgeConneX is spreading accounting talent across the business

    Jenny Zhan, who was recently promoted from chief accounting officer to chief transformation officer, says communication skills and financial acumen are key to her new role.

    By • April 4, 2025
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    Opinion

    Why salary transparency matters for CFOs

    Salary transparency can help CFOs position their companies for long-term success while building a culture of trust and fairness.

    By Kenton Bell • April 1, 2025
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    How the Savannah Bananas are financially preparing for their 2025 season

    Dr. Tim Naddy, the team's vice president of finance, talks about finance's role in the team's growth, the benefit of a mentor and his recent ERP transition.

    By • March 28, 2025
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    Opinion

    Accounting has a Gen Z problem. It’s time for new talent strategies

    Companies can adopt practical strategies to attract younger talent to the accounting field while also introducing ways to retain current employees.

    By Matt Wood • March 25, 2025