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Why manual calculations are a CFO's Achille's heel
Fintech

Why manual calculations are a CFO's Achille's heel

Accuracy and strong attention to detail are essential for finance professionals in order to perform well and to hold the respect of their peers.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 16th Feb 2022
Global CFO Survey shows technology and skills are key in future proofing finance teams
Data Analytics

Global CFO Survey shows technology and skills are key in future proofing finance teams

Launched in 2015, the CFO Indicator Survey provides insights into the challenges, opportunities and priorities for CFOs worldwide.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Fri, 28th Jan 2022
CloudBolt expands C-Suite with new CFO appointment
DevOps

CloudBolt expands C-Suite with new CFO appointment

Dolan will oversee the company's accounting, legal, and finance teams while managing the organisational dynamics of rapid growth and expansion.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 21st Jan 2022
The changing role of the CFO in a post-pandemic era: Leading business change through digital transformation
Digital Transformation

The changing role of the CFO in a post-pandemic era: Leading business change through digital transformation

The role of the CFO is evolving post-COVID, with a focus on agility, resilience, and outcomes, according to Nathan Kale of Icertis.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Thu, 6th Jan 2022
Digital currencies on the up, role of CFO more important than ever
Crypto

Digital currencies on the up, role of CFO more important than ever

By 2024, 20% of large organisations will use digital currencies for payments, stored value or collateral, according to the analyst firm Gartner.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Tue, 28th Dec 2021
Ten features of an effective business decision-making platform
Data Analytics

Ten features of an effective business decision-making platform

CFOs need access to large amounts of data, but lack the tools to perform deep data analysis. Decision-making platforms are emerging as valuable tools.

By David Hatt • 5 min read • Fri, 3rd Dec 2021
Research reveals CFO 4.0 instrumental in building the factory of the future
Supply Chain

Research reveals CFO 4.0 instrumental in building the factory of the future

Manufacturing CFOs to take on strategic and innovative role in post-pandemic business, says SYSPRO research. Inventory and talent among key concerns.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Nov 2021
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams — SYSPRO's advice for today's financial leaders in the manufacturing sector
Manufacturing

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams — SYSPRO's advice for today's financial leaders in the manufacturing sector

We chat to SYSPRO CFO and CRO Sanjay Galal about the challenges and benefits of being a manufacturing financial leader in the current economic climate.

By Sara Barker • 5 min read • Wed, 24th Nov 2021
Top 3 actions of progressive CIOs, according to Workday and Deloitte report
Deloitte

Top 3 actions of progressive CIOs, according to Workday and Deloitte report

CIOs are accelerating finance transformation strategies by at least a year, according to a report by Workday and Deloitte Global.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Sep 2021
The two 'must-have' trends CFOs should capitalise on — Gartner
Chief Financial Officer

The two 'must-have' trends CFOs should capitalise on — Gartner

Hyperautomation and intelligent composable business should be immediately prioritised, according to a new Gartner report.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 9th Sep 2021
Workday survey explores the impact of COVID-19 on finance and the lack of data insights
Chief Financial Officer

Workday survey explores the impact of COVID-19 on finance and the lack of data insights

Workday has announced its chief financial officer survey results, exploring the impacts of COVID-19 on the finance function.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Fri, 30th Jul 2021
BlackLine and Kyriba bring digitalisation to CFOs
Chief Financial Officer

BlackLine and Kyriba bring digitalisation to CFOs

BlackLine has partnered with Kyriba to enhance digitalisation in the CFO's office, improving collaboration and streamlining processes.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 26th Jul 2021
FY2022: Why it's a prime time for businesses to optimise their accounting operations
Fintech

FY2022: Why it's a prime time for businesses to optimise their accounting operations

As the economies of Australia and New Zealand bounce back from the COVID-19 crisis, finance leaders should be focused on technological transformation.

By Claudia Pirko • 4 min read • Mon, 12th Jul 2021
Banking CFOs need to step up efforts in ESG, automation and crypto support - Accenture study
Chief Financial Officer

Banking CFOs need to step up efforts in ESG, automation and crypto support - Accenture study

Accenture study finds that banking CFOs must manage disruption and take a strategic approach to technology investment for success.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 12th Jul 2021
Finance teams adopting AI clearly outperform non-adopters - Global survey
Data Analytics

Finance teams adopting AI clearly outperform non-adopters - Global survey

Finance teams that have adopted AI perform better than those that have not, according to a global survey by Unit4.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 4 min read • Fri, 9th Jul 2021
Over 80% of CFOs plan on expanding investment into digitalisation
Chief Financial Officer

Over 80% of CFOs plan on expanding investment into digitalisation

New research from Gartner reveals that 82% of finance leaders plan to increase investment in their company's digital capabilities this year.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 28th Jun 2021

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Chief Financial Officer (CFO) stories

Comms Group appoints Zachary Crofts as CEO for business unit
Chief Financial Officer

Comms Group appoints Zachary Crofts as CEO for business unit

Comms Group Global, the Singapore-based business unit, appoints Zachary Crofts as CEO, who previously worked for Telcoinabox for 17 years.

By Zach Thompson • 2 min read • Tue, 26th Apr 2022
Australian financial execs prime for growth, but skill shortage an unwelcome barrier - BlackLine report
Chief Financial Officer

Australian financial execs prime for growth, but skill shortage an unwelcome barrier - BlackLine report

One in three Aussie CFOs believe the finance function can support growth their organisation needs, BlackLine survey shows.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Nov 2021