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Top-performing CFOs set apart by five key things
Using a well-developed planning and forecasting process to create effective business insights is one of the most important traits of high-performing CFOs, according to a new survey.Regulatory inconsistencies provide opportunities for money launderers
The pace of regulatory change, implementing a globally consistent anti-money-laundering (AML) framework across the business and the rising costs of compliance are the key AML challenges facing the financial services sector, according to a survey by KPMG International.Lessons in long-term profitability
Germany’s mid-market family businesses, called the “Mittelstand”, are renowned throughout Europe for their resilience and innovative outlook. This article examines the value in learning from their approach.The world’s most expensive cities for expats
Rising prices for products and services are increasing living costs for expatriates in parts of Asia and Europe, home to the ten most expensive cities in the world.Spending and sentiment on the rise for US finance professionals
Economic optimism amongst US finance professionals in business and industry continued a steady rise in the latest quarterly survey by the American Institute of CPAs. See which industries are leading and which are lagging and how the list of top concerns has changed.UK Financial Conduct Authority issues new regulation on crowdfunding
The UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is to limit individual investors’ participation in securities-based crowdfunding and require loan-based operators to be more transparent, under new rules announced March 6th.How to express thanks after a job interview
Although handwritten thank-you letters provide a nice personal touch after a job interview, candidates may want to express gratitude to a potential employer more quickly than a postal delivery will allow.Use data privacy to gain a competitive advantage
Amid a barrage of customer data breaches, companies have a chance to create a competitive advantage by building and keeping customer trust with strong data protection policies and controls.FASB takes step forward in streamlining of disclosures
The US Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) took a step forward in its effort to make disclosures in notes to financial statements more useful to investors.Don’t be afraid to ask for a raise or promotion
Professionals who ask for a raise or promotion often are rewarded, new research shows. But making such a request requires courage, tact and timing. Find out how to strike the right balance.Study shows ambitious finance execs need to network, broaden skillset
Large public companies continue to eliminate the COO position—and CFOs stand to benefit with increased duties and responsibilities. But that change means ambitious finance execs need to broaden their skill set.The brightest growth prospects for 2014
The global economy is still in recovery, but the uncertainty that clouded forecasts a year ago is beginning to lift. Several bright growth prospects are emerging among developed and developing markets, according to Grant Thornton research.How real work experience can help students, businesses
Internships and other in-college work opportunities can provide accounting and finance students an advantage in the post-graduation job market, a new survey shows.AICPA, CPA Canada to collaborate in forensics, technology advisory services
Members of the Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada (CPA Canada) will have access to a broad portfolio of specialised information through the AICPA Information Management and Technology Assurance Section and its Forensic and Valuation Services Section.US issues final FATCA rules for foreign financial institutions
One set of regulations contains amendments to the last year’s final FATCA regulations. The other set addresses the overlap between FATCA’s rules and existing foreign reporting, withholding, and information-reporting requirements.New international framework takes broad look at audit quality
A new international framework for audit quality takes a broad look at how the stakeholders in the audit process can work to make audits better.What businesses will expect from finance
CIMA’s 2015 Professional Qualification Syllabus reflects changes in the role of the finance function, to include Big Data, shared services and sustainability, among others. Starting in January, all candidates for the CGMA designation will be required to pass a strategic case study exam rooted in the syllabus.CPOs shifting focus
A survey of procurement professionals by Deloitte highlights the changing role of the CPO. In addition to the cost reduction focus of recent years, supporting new products and market development are firmly on the agenda for 2014.Two themes for companies to keep Millennial workers engaged
Millennials, to some, can seem restless, but they are a major part of current and future workplaces. Companies, especially those run by Baby Boomers, must adapt to keep Millennials engaged and motivated, said Rita McGrath, an author and Columbia University management professor.
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