CFO 4.0 - The Future of Finance

Send us your thoughtsIn this episode of CFO 4.0 Hannah gets an update from the returning Ian Stewart, Chief Economist at Deloitte, on how the bounce back from the pandemic is playing out in the minds of some of the country's leading financiers.Ian produces a quarterly survey questioning some of the UK’s leading CFO’s on issues such as Climate Change, Brexit planning and workplace practices.This survey shows how the big corporates have built up cash and strengthened their balance sheets during the downturn and how they’re planning to grow their businesses. Topics Covered:The ever-changing role of a CFOBomb proofing the balance sheets and reducing debtV shaped economic recoveryEmployee retention and hybrid workingThe impact of Climate Change in corporate decision-makingInflationary risks and pressures.Ian's LinkedInSign up for our CFO Briefing and Podcast newsletters Explore other CFO 4.0 Podcast episodes here. Subscribe to our Podcast!

Send us your thoughtsPreviously having worked in Government, CFO Jane Cunliffe talks with Hannah about her first 12 months at Oxfam.Her journey into finance is a little unorthodox. Starting off as a policy professional at the Department of Education, she went on to work for Nick Clegg’s office – Deputy PM at the time, then moving on to the Treasury where she developed her passion for finance.In a whirlwind first year, Jane describes how she’s had to make some tough decisions as part of the restructure at Oxfam; letting colleagues go, withdrawing from certain countries and delving into the reserves to make ends meet as COVID took hold.This episode covers:Restructuring a global not-for-profit companyThe advantages and disadvantages of remote communicationStreamlining the finance functionCreative finance strategyTranslating data and information for non-finance colleaguesLinks referenced in this episode:Jane's LinkedInOxfamSign up for our CFO Briefing and Podcast newsletters Explore other CFO 4.0 Podcast episodes here. Subscribe to our Podcast!

Send us your thoughtsThis week on CFO 4.0 Hannah talks with the energetic Tosha Anderson who's known as the founder and CEO of The Charity CFO. She heads up a business that matches non-profit organisations with accountants who are looking for career change, either because they 'don't want to make the rich richer' or have had enough of working in the profit sector.Tosha began her career helping out charities but was soon consumed by everything but financial work; having to deal with flooded bathrooms to tech problems and beyond!She's spent almost 15 years in the non-profit sector and believes it's the most rewarding career in terms of relationships as well as all round character building.Topics discussed:Non-profit accountingMulti-tasking CFO beyond financeTransitioning from profit to non-profit sectorManaging relationships with CEOs, Volunteers and BoardsLinks referenced in this episode:Tosha's LinkedInThe Charity CFO WebsiteSign up for our CFO Briefing and Podcast newsletters Explore other CFO 4.0 Podcast episodes here. Subscribe to our Podcast!

Send us your thoughts This episode sees Hannah speaking to Victor Wong, CFO of Flipp, a planning and savings app that helps shoppers.As CFO, Victor is responsible for leading the development and successful execution of Flipp’s strategy as well as the operational effectiveness of the company.Prior to assuming the role of CFO, Victor established and scaled both the Content Operations and Finance teams. Leading Content Operations, he formed a 140 member team, working with 1,500+ retailers to deliver local savings and deal content to shoppers across North America. Before joining Flipp, Victor spent eight years at Ernst & Young, six years in the Assurance practice, and two years in the Transaction Advisory Services group working on both buy-side integration and transaction diligence.This episode covers: Top tips on how to support a finance teamCreating realistic mission statementsThe symbiotic relationship between a CFO and their teamListening to new ideas and implementing them effectively Building an environment of collaboration and engendering new disruptive mentalitiesSign up for our CFO Briefing and Podcast newsletters Explore other CFO 4.0 Podcast episodes here. Subscribe to our Podcast!

Send us your thoughtsHost Hannah Munro speaks to Ash Noah, Vice President, CGMA External Relations at the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants (the Association), representing AICPA & CIMA, about the crucial steps CFOs can take to change their mindsets and become more productive.In his role as Vice President, Ash serves as a liaison to CFOs and CEOs to understand how finance teams are evolving and guides the Association’s initiatives to help management accountants create more value for their organizations. Prior to the Association, he served as CFO of the international unit of TNT Express, the global transport and logistics provider and led finance teams in 45 countries through significant transformation.This episode covers:How different mindsets can enhance value creation and digital transformation projectsA CFO first 90 days and why the right attitude will help to hit the ground runningWhat does the current business environment look like for CFOsChallenges CFOs are facing and best ways to overcome themThe right mindsets CFO will need to be a successLinks referenced in this episode:CGMA designation CFO ProgrammeRe-inventing finance for a digital world reportSign up for our CFO Briefing and Podcast newsletters Explore other CFO 4.0 Podcast episodes here. Subscribe to our Podcast!

Send us your thoughtsThis episode of CFO 4.0 sees CEO of embracement Mark Lockton-Goddard discuss digital transformation strategies, giving an overview of the right and wrong ways to approach change.Mark has over 25 year's experience providing business and technology advice to a range of global businesses. With senior roles at KPMG, PwC and PageGroup Mark has helped a multitude of businesses with digital transformation projects. Mark's current role as CEO at embracent, a technology consultancy firm, sees him take a hand-on approach to help businesses embrace the opportunities that technology brings.This episode covers:What the decision making process should look like for companies implementing financial transformation solutionsHow to convince employees to accept new technology and processesBest ways to make a digital transformation project a success for CFOsMain focus areas when starting a digital overhaul of finance departmentsHow companies are changing to meet the modern business environmentLinks referenced in the episode:Mark's LinkedInSign up for our CFO Briefing and Podcast newsletters Explore other CFO 4.0 Podcast episodes here. Subscribe to our Podcast!

Send us your thoughts In this edition of CFO 4.0 Hannah speaks to Ian Stewart, Partner and Chief Economist at Deloitte, about his role as chief architect of the CFO Survey, a quarterly review that acts as a barometer of UK corporates’ sentiment and strategies.As part of his role at Deloitte, Ian advises boards and companies on macroeconomics and writes a popular weekly economics blog, the Monday Briefing. His previous roles include Chief Economist for Europe at Merrill Lynch, Head of Economics in the Conservative Research Department and Special Adviser to the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions.This episode covers:What the CFO Survey reveals about CFOs biggest challenges and concerns?What impact future economic trends may have on CFOs?An in-depth look into Deloitte's CFO survey processHow the CFO role has changed over the years survey?What external factors are CFOs most focused on?Sign up for our CFO Briefing and Podcast newsletters Explore other CFO 4.0 Podcast episodes here. Subscribe to our Podcast!

Send us your thoughtsOn this edition of CFO 4.0 Hannah is joined by the Senior Vice President and CFO of Life Cycle Engineering, Robert Bendetti. Hannah and Robert speak about his experience with change management and discuss ways that CFOs can knock down roadblocks in order to implement new strategies and processes. Prior to his current role, Robert served as V.P. of Finance at Galey & Lord and CFO of The Coastal Logistics Group as well as financial management positions within Lockheed Martin, Hormel Foods, and Hilton Hotels.Robert is the President and founder of the Global CFO Council. The council provides an educational and networking forum for Senior Financial Executives and has more than 1,300 members in 30 countries.This episode covers:How do CFOs go about assessing their own performance?Best ways to delegate roles to the most capable people.How the CFO role is shifting?What support a CFO can provide people through change and transformation?How CFOs should present their future plans?Sign up for our CFO Briefing and Podcast newsletters Explore other CFO 4.0 Podcast episodes here. Subscribe to our Podcast!

Send us your thoughtsJoin host Hannah Munro as she speaks to author, influencer and Co-founder of the Business Partnering Institute Anders Liu-Lindberg about the pivotal role good business partnering could have in the finance departments of the future.Anders is currently COO and CMO of the Business Partnering Institute and the owner of the largest group dedicated to Finance Business Partnering on LinkedIn. He has ten years of experience as a business partner at global transport and logistics company Maersk. He has also co-authored the book “Create Value as a Finance Business Partner” and is a popular finance blogger.This episode covers:What are CFOs looking for in a good business partnerThe factors that are important in maximising a business partner's valueThe traits and skills that make someone a good business partnerHow CFO can use business partners to strengthen their departmentWhat elements of finance need to change to ensure future progressLinks referenced in this podcast episode:Create value as a Finance Business Partner BookAnder's LinkedInSign up for our CFO Briefing and Podcast newsletters Explore other CFO 4.0 Podcast episodes here. Subscribe to our Podcast!

Send us your thoughtsWith uncertainty surrounding the future of the workplace, Hannah sits down with author and journalist Rhymer Rigby to discuss what post-covid work conditions could look like and what career opportunities they might offer people who play their cards right.Rhymer is the author of 28 Business Thinkers Who Changed the World and The Careerist: 100 Ways to Get Ahead at Work. He has a long career as a business journalist writing articles for the Financial Times, The Times, and The Telegraph amongst others.What's covered in this episode?The current landscape of the world of work Remote vs office - pros and cons Networking from afar and the best ways to get noticed Use of digital and in-person technics to climb the finance ladder Potential post-covid opportunitiesLinks referenced in this episode:Rhymer's LinkedInRaise your game with Sage IntacctSign up for our CFO Briefing and Podcast newsletters Explore other CFO 4.0 Podcast episodes here. Subscribe to our Podcast!