Streamlining Finance Operations: The Power of Finance Process Redesign
If you agree with this statement…
“Financial operations are critical to maintain our competitive edge.”
...you will appreciate this article.
Improving Financial Performance With a Cash Culture - Part I
Part I - Building a Cash-Conscious Workforce and Culture
This four-part series was developed from the webinar How to Foster a Cash Culture and Improve Financial Performance. In each section below we have included a link to the video message provided by the speakers, brief summaries of the lesson and specific actions you can take to improve the cash culture in your business.
The CFO Success Framework: The Pillars of Excellence
The journey to CFO excellence is built upon a foundation of continuous learning, strategic thinking, and the ability to adapt in a dynamic business environment. At CFO.University, we’ve structured our teaching around a comprehensive framework that integrates leadership, accounting, finance, and treasury, each supported by core competencies essential for driving CFO and business success. Start here with our free CFO Readiness Assessment and, then, strengthen your learning foundation with the framework below.
The Evolving Role of the CFO in the D2A2 World: From Financial Steward to Strategic Leader
In today’s VUCA (volatility, uncertainty, complexity and ambiguity) world, the role of the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is undergoing a significant transformation. Gone are the days when the CFO’s primary responsibilities were limited to managing financial reports, budgets, and audits. Today’s CFOs are increasingly seen by the management and board as strategic leaders who provide insights that influence business strategy, identify growth opportunities, and contribute to the overall direction and performance of the company.
Cybersecurity Wake-Up Call: Why CFOs Must Take the Lead
The incident involving CrowdStrike and Microsoft in the summer of 2024 was an event that highlighted the critical importance of cybersecurity in today’s business landscape. As financial leaders, CFOs play a pivotal role in safeguarding their organizations against cyber threats. This paper uses that event to outline practical steps CFOs should take to proactively address cybersecurity challenges.
