How to go green without going into the red
Embracing sustainable practices that will enable a company to cut its carbon emissions to net-zero does not have to come at a cost to a business, but it can help a business to cut down on costs and become more efficient.
Budgeting tips for resilient organisations
Resiliency is the foundation for all business models, says Christian Klein, CEO of SAP, in an article published by The World Economic Forum.
179: Monica Singer
‘Blockchain is going to change the world in every possible way’ Today’s podcast is sponsored by Draftworx, which provides automated drafting and working paper financial software to more than 8000 accounting and auditing firms and corporations. CFO Talks is a brand of the South African Institute of Business Accountants. It’s my great pleasure
The Four Most Sough-After Skills Every Modern CFO Needs
Over the last few years, the role of the CFO has undergone a profound shift. The historical tasks of the finance function are now taken for granted by CEOs. The CFO of today and tomorrow should be able to take financial data and use it to influence operational decision-making and strategy.
ESG Reporting 101: What You Need To Know Before Compiling Your Next ESG Report
CFOs are increasingly expected to report on facets of the businesses that they operate in that do not form part of a traditional annual report. We unpack what ESG is and share tips for reporting on these increasingly important metrics.
34 Competencies required to become a CFO(SA)
The CFO Club and all its benefits assist members to obtain the 34 competencies required to perform the functions and roles of the modern CFO. The CFO(SA) designation holder need to uphold these competencies on a strategic level. These are the competencies that set the bar for you to earn your CFO(SA) designation.
The head and the heart of the business: Five key attributes CEOs look for in their CFOs
The CFO of the past was primarily a number cruncher focused on avoiding risk and making conservative estimates. Today the CFO has moved into a more direct leadership role and requires new skills and tools to work alongside the CEO.
The Modern CFO: At the forefront of business transformation
In recent years, Chief Financial Officers have seen their role evolve like never before. From their beginnings as historians of financial data and past performance, they evolved to real-time analysts, and onto visionaries with predictive technologies at their fingertips.
CFOs are leading digital transformation and automation
Businesses with future-forward CFOs who quickly embrace the world of digital will reap the rewards in the form of increased profits and revenues.
178: Dean Schweizer
An affinity for accounting leads to a globe-trotting career Today’s podcast is sponsored by Draftworx, which provides automated drafting and working paper financial software to more than 8000 accounting and auditing firms and corporations. CFO Talks is a brand of the South African Institute of Business Accountants. Dean Schweizer is CFO of Astoria Investm