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Why the US manufacturing rebound could turn into a revival
Domestic manufacturing has gone through a rebound in the past four years, but structural changes that go way beyond rising labour costs in China may be able to sustain a revival of US manufacturing, a PwC analysis suggests.IASB to issue “targeted re-exposure” of insurance proposals
The International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) decided to re-expose its proposals for insurance contracts accounting.Survey takes pulse of board members, shows opposition to audit firm rotation
US public company board members surveyed by BDO opposed mandatory audit firm rotation by more than 2 to 1. In the wide-ranging survey, board members showed support for the idea of voluntary adoption of IFRS for financial reporting by US public companies and listed corruption and bribery as the top fraud risk facing their company.US starting salaries in accounting and finance appear headed for an increase in 2013
Starting salaries in accounting and finance are projected to rise in the United States in 2013 compared with the previous year, according to a recently published salary guide. See how much of an increase is likely and which job titles are generating the most demand.Outsourcing treasury management
The idea of being able to outsource all or part of the treasury management function is an attractive proposition to CFOs. But it only makes sense if the outsourcing partnership is well planned. Experts offer tips on how to best execute the process.Survey outlines what chief executives are looking for in C-level executives
Experience in international and emerging markets, knowledge of change management, and a leadership track record were named in a recent CGMA survey among the most sought-after skills for C-level hires. But chief executives, CFOs and human resource directors ranked the top skill requirements very differently. See what made the lists.Seven ways to make a strong first impression in job interviews
A majority of interviewers form a positive or negative opinion of job candidates within 10 minutes, according to a recent survey. Very few wait longer than 20 minutes to make up their minds. So, to ace your next interview, take steps early to make a strong first impression.Five emerging strategies for coping with unknown risks
Unknown, complex risks that often are outside the executive team’s control increasingly threaten companies. Here are five strategies for battling those unknown risks.Survey: Middle East CFOs most optimistic worldwide
CFOs in the Middle East were the most optimistic about their companies’ prospects worldwide, but this optimism was muted by concerns about political tensions in the Middle East and the euro-zone crisis, a Deloitte survey suggested.CFO pay increases, but CEO pay climbs more
Pay for CFOs of S&P 500 companies rose nearly 6% in 2011, and numbers compiled by Mercer show a continued shift to more variable compensation. CFOs received a median $2.75 million in 2011, and those at the top 100 made an average of $4.34 million.COSO proposals give real-world internal control examples
How can a hurricane affect internal control over a company’s financial statements? Proposed documents released by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO) provide real-world examples, as well as a revision of COSO’s internal control framework update.Board members want to spend more time overseeing strategy
Overseeing strategic planning is the duty to which corporate board members would most like to devote more time during the coming year. Directors at smaller companies, whose business model may be less mature, were twice as likely as large company directors to report that they would like to spend “much more” time on strategic planning.The look ahead: Libor scandal prompts examination of regulatory loophole
The admission in June that bankers manipulated the London interbank offered rate, or Libor, revealed a gaping regulatory loophole that European lawmakers are targeting to close.Investor confidence in US markets rises, CAQ survey shows
Confidence of US investors in the nation’s capital markets and their faith in independent auditors has grown, but investors reported declining faith in markets outside the United States, according to a survey by the Center for Audit Quality, which is affiliated with the AICPA.Poor talent management hinders companies’ growth, innovation
Inadequate talent management is hindering the competitiveness and financial performance of businesses, a new CGMA report suggests.COSO seeks comment on internal control proposals
The Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO) released for public comment proposed guidance for applying its updated Internal Control—Integrated Framework to external financial reporting.Spotting the risks in Latin America’s hydrocarbon riches
Large gas and oil reserves are attracting foreign investment and trade to Latin America, but the hydrocarbon riches harbour risks for foreign investors and governments in the region.Malware growth maintains rapid pace as mobile threats surge
The number and complexity of cyber-attacks, especially those targeting mobile devices, grew at an alarming pace in the second quarter, security technology company McAfee Labs said in its latest Threats Report.One-to-One: Tips from Marks & Spencer’s boardroom
For Marks & Spencer, the iconic British retailer, listening to customers is key growth. Alan Stewart, M&S's CFO, discusses responding to customer needs, understanding risk, leveraging internal communications and assessing what technology can bring to the business.
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