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FSN’s blog channel keeps CFOs abreast of the latest developments affecting the future of the finance function. The blogs build upon the current themes discussed by senior finance professionals in FSN’ Modern Finance Forum on LinkedIn.
ESSENTIAL DEFINITIONS FOR ESG THAT EVERY CFO SHOULD KNOW!
CFOs and their finance teams will play a critical role in supporting the vital Sustainability/ESG agenda in the coming years. In this introductory blog Richard Marshall covers some of the basic...
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HOW CAN CFOs GET ON TOP OF INTERCOMPANY ELIMINATIONS?
Blackline’s acquisition of FourQ this week for a reported $165m (plus earnout consideration of up to $75 million over the next three years) is a timely reminder that intercompany eliminations are...
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Can “Cloud À LA CARTE” GIVE CFOS A DIGITAL ADVANTAGE?
Can “Cloud À LA CARTE” GIVE CFOS A DIGITAL ADVANTAGE? The last 10 years has witnessed a rapid transition from on-premise solutions to the cloud. In the main, it’s been a process of...
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WHAT CAN CFOs LEARN ABOUT DATA GOVERNANCE FROM COVID REPORTING?
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, several global epidemiological data collection and harmonisation efforts were initiated to provide guidance on data definitions, data formatting, and data...
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IF YOU CAN’T RELY ON ANALYSTS’ ACCOLADES TO CHOOSE FINANCIAL SOFTWARE, WHAT CAN YOU RELY ON?
A recent LinkedIn poll in the Modern Finance Forum illustrates how little reliance finance professionals place on analysts’ awards and accolades. 80% said they had little or no influence on their...
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