Guardrails for Growth: How CFOs Can Master Internal Control Policies
Guardrails for Growth: How CFOs Can Master Internal Control Policies Internal controls are like the guardrails on a winding mountain road. They keep a business on track, protecting assets, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and promoting efficient operations. For CFOs, understanding and implementing effective internal control policies is more than just a
Meeting the Informational Needs of Decision Makers: A CFO’s Guide
Meeting the Informational Needs of Decision Makers: A CFO’s Guide Picture this: you’re in a boardroom, presenting data that leaves your CEO nodding in understanding, your COO energised with clarity, and your team ready to act. This is the dream of every CFO—to deliver information that doesn’t just inform but drives smart, timely decisions. Achieving [
Cross-Listed Companies, Navigating International Reporting Standards
Cross-Listed Companies, Navigating International Reporting Standards You are running a business that’s performing well in South Africa. The next logical step might be to take your company to international markets by listing on a foreign stock exchange. Cross-listing opens doors to new opportunities—global investors, more capital, and enhanced brand recogn
Understanding Taxation in South Africa and Beyond
Understanding Taxation in South Africa and Beyond Navigating taxation can feel like trying to decode a foreign language, especially as a CFO responsible for staying compliant in a tax landscape that changes constantly. Taxation is about far more than just income tax; it covers a broad area of obligations with each tax type influencing financial […]
How to Keep Cash Flow Strong by Managing Customer Credit Risk
How to Keep Cash Flow Strong by Managing Customer Credit Risk Imagine your business is buzzing, sales are growing, and orders are coming in strong. Yet, when you look at the cash flow, something’s off – money isn’t lining up with the sales you’re making. This disconnect often comes down to one critical issue: customer […]
Forecasting Tools, choosing the Right Fit for Your Business
Forecasting Tools, choosing the Right Fit for Your Business As a CFO, you know that forecasting is crucial to business success. Whether you’re anticipating future cash flows, preparing for market shifts, or managing your company’s resources, having the right forecasting tool can make all the difference. In today’s fast-paced business environment, re
Using Predictive Analytics in Risk Management
Using Predictive Analytics in Risk Management In today’s fast-paced business environment, managing risks effectively is more critical than ever. CFOs are tasked with not only safeguarding the financial health of their organisations but also navigating uncertainties that could impact business performance. One powerful tool that is transforming how busine
Identifying Types of Fraud in Organisations
Identifying Types of Fraud in Organisations Fraud can strike any organisation, regardless of size or industry, and its impacts can be severe ranging from financial losses to reputational damage. For CFOs, identifying and mitigating fraud is crucial to safeguarding the organisation’s assets and maintaining stakeholder trust. This article provides an in-d
Analysing the Regulatory Environment for Businesses
Analysing the Regulatory Environment for Businesses Navigating the regulatory environment in South Africa can be challenging, particularly for CFOs who are responsible for ensuring their companies remain compliant while pursuing strategic growth. This article provides a practical guide to understanding the key regulatory requirements and the role CFOs can pla
Building Robust IT Systems for Financial Reporting
Building Robust IT Systems for Financial Reporting As financial operations become increasingly complex, having the right IT infrastructure in place is no longer just a back-office necessity—it’s a strategic advantage. For CFOs, ensuring that financial data is accurate, secure, and easily accessible is essential to driving sound decision-making and mai