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There are many ways CFOs can deliver strategic value to their organizations. FloQast CFO Razzak Jallow shares a few in CFO including an ability to clearly define ROI for customers. https://buff.ly/42yiDzR #byaccountantsforaccountants #CFO #finance

Much has been said about how the role of the CFO has evolved but less is said about how the role of the Controller has also evolved. "The controller “is really becoming and has become the trusted advisor to the CFO,” Sehgal said in an interview." CFO Dive does a deep dive into how the role of the Controller has evolved to be a critically important position as the right hand of the CFO. #Controllers #WeCloseEarly #UnsungFinanceHeros https://hubs.ly/Q02hgS9-0

4 ways to save the CPA | CFO

Some things have been hidden from the masses: the 2023 Accountant Shortage is one of them... In this insightful article addressing the #accountant #shortage, four key findings emerge. 1. it sheds light on the perspectives of CFOs regarding the scarcity of accountants, offering valuable insights into the challenges faced by finance leaders in #talentacquisition. 2. the specific impact on the restaurant industry, using Chipotle Mexican Grill's CFO Jack Hartung's perspective as a wonderful #casestudy. 3. potential #strategies and #solutions that CFOs are considering to address the shortage, providing a practical angle to the issue. 4. it touches upon the broader implications of the accountant shortage on financial #operations and the need for innovative approaches in talent management. A must-read for finance managers navigating the evolving landscape of talent acquisition in accounting. https://lnkd.in/guTyPUSZ #CFO #TalentManagement #accounting #finance

In the realm of numbers, where precision meets strategy, the true potential of an under-performing accounting team can often be underestimated. It's a narrative I've seen unfold time and again, yet, within it lies an untapped reservoir of success waiting to be unleashed. CFOs, your vision extends beyond the balance sheets and income statements. It's about nurturing a culture of continuous improvement and leadership within your teams. The journey from under-performance to excellence is paved with targeted accounting process improvement, strategic accounting team leadership, and comprehensive accounting training. It's about empowering each accountant to realize their career growth potential, transforming challenges into stepping stones for success. My experience has taught me that the heart of financial transformation lies in the hands of those who dare to innovate and lead with empathy. I've had the privilege of leading teams through remarkable turnarounds, standardizing revenue processes that resulted in a significant financial uplift, and significantly reducing the monthly close cycle, all while navigating the choppy waters of bankruptcy to a safe harbor. The key? A relentless focus on empowering accountants through effective communication, leadership transformation, and hands-on training. It's about creating an environment where every team member feels valued and equipped to contribute to the team's success. This approach not only revitalizes accounting processes but also fosters accountant career growth and team cohesion. So, to my fellow CFOs, I extend an invitation to view your under-performing teams not as a liability but as a golden opportunity for growth and transformation. The journey ahead is one of collaboration, innovation, and leadership. Let's embark on this path together, transforming our accounting teams into the powerhouse of success we know they can be. If you've found resonance in these words and are ready to unlock the potential within your accounting team, I encourage you to engage with this post. Like, comment with your insights or challenges, and don't hesitate to share this message with others who might benefit. Together, we can redefine the future of accounting leadership. Together, we can Transform the GAAP! #AccountingLeadership #TeamTransformation #CareerGrowth #TransformtheGAAP

The finance chief has long been more than a routine number-cruncher. For Gen Z, the route to the CFO chair will likely better reflect the role’s complexity according to recent findings from CFO. “If they’ve seen the business from multiple angles, if they know the product well, if they really know the investor base well, it doesn’t really matter if they can prep the statements just as long as they can communicate them,” #cfo #finance #accounting #leadershipmatters #genz #business #financialanalysis #csuiteleaders #csuiteimpact #executivesearch #executivepresence https://lnkd.in/gsekbvtJ

#trend #strategy #CAO Modern finance team makeovers: Chief Accounting Officers CFOs and CAOs have developed a “symbiotic relationship” as the finance function morphs into a driver of business strategy.

The Chief Accounting Officer role is changing to fit modern businesses, shaped by new tech and ways of working. Ranking just below the CFO, the CAO helps lead this transformation. #cfo #cao #finance #financialexecutives #leadershipinsights