216: Farhaan Moolla: Innovative Leadership: The Journey of a modern and dynamic CFO
Farhaan Moolla: Innovative Leadership: The Journey of a modern and dynamic CFO Written by: Staff writer In this podcast Farhaan Moolla, a seasoned CFO with a notable career in financial leadership and strategic planning, shared his journey, beginning with his entrepreneurial family background. His career trajectory took him from a trainee at Nolands to financia
Leverage AI for onboarding and upskilling to boost your bottom line
Modern CFOs are tasked with driving strategic initiatives, optimising operational efficiency, and, most importantly, nurturing their organisation’s most valuable asset: its people. With the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI), CFOs have a powerful tool to revolutionise the onboarding and upskilling processes, ultimately leading to a stronger
Unlocking success: 3 CFO strategies for better annual reporting performance
Annual reporting is one of the most critical responsibilities for CFOs, offering a snapshot of a company’s financial health and performance over the past year. CFOs must adopt innovative strategies beyond traditional approaches to excel in this domain. The “Metric of the Month” concept is a game-changing methodology revolutionising annual repo
Strategic cost reduction: Navigating turbulent times
When a company faces cash flow problems, the CFO is often tasked with reducing costs. While layoffs may be the obvious solution, forward-thinking leaders should explore alternative strategies. Take Nintendo, for example, which recently faced a serious cash flow problem. Instead of letting go of loyal employees, the company’s CEO, Satoru Iwata, took a bold
Managing the rising cost of cybersecurity: Strategies for CFOs
Cybersecurity has become an increasingly critical concern for businesses across the globe, with cyber threats evolving in sophistication and frequency. Recent incidents, such as the deepfake CFO scam in Hong Kong, underscore the pressing need for robust cybersecurity measures. As CFOs, it is essential to understand the financial implications of cybersecurity br
Breaking down barriers for organisational success
Modern CFOs must embrace strategic leadership and foster cross-functional collaboration within their organisations to drive success in a highly competitive market. Breaking down obstacles between the finance team and other departments is essential to unlocking the organisation’s full potential. Let’s delve into how CFOs can spearhead this transforma
Interest rates and the Modern CFO
In the dynamic world of financial management, few decisions hold as much weight and consequence as those surrounding interest rates. As the custodians of a company’s financial health and strategic vision, modern Chief Financial Officers (CFOs) must navigate the complex landscape of monetary policy with precision and foresight. Recently, the South African
The role of predictive analytics in modern CFO strategies
In the evolving role of a Chief Financial Officer (CFO), mastering risk management, budgeting, and forecasting tools is crucial. These competencies not only strengthen the financial backbone of an organisation but also prepare it to navigate through uncertainties and market volatility. Risk Management: Effective risk management is a multifaceted approach, inv
Exploring the 4-Day Work Week: A Financial Perspective for CFOs
In the wake of the post-pandemic era, businesses have undergone substantial transformations, particularly in embracing flexible work arrangements. One emerging trend gaining increasing momentum is the 4-day work week. But the question looms: Can Chief Financial Officers (CFOs) realistically embrace this model without compromising financial efficiency and produc