Below you will find an outline of The CFO’s content calendar for upcoming quarters of 2024.
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Zero-based budgeting
This article will provide an in-depth look at zero-based budgeting, a strategic cost management technique that involves justifying every dollar spent, rather than using last year’s budget as a baseline.
CFO spotlight
The CFO Spotlight is a monthly Q&A interview series highlighting the perspectives and insights of leading corporate financial executives. Each month, we sit down with a different CFO to discuss their career, the current challenges and opportunities in their industry, their strategies for navigating today’s economic landscape, and their vision for driving financial performance.
EU AML update – what finance teams need to know
The piece will explore the latest updates to the European Union’s Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations and their impact on finance teams, highlighting key compliance requirements and best practices for maintaining robust AML programs.
Cryptoinvestments – are they worth the risk
With the increasing adoption of cryptocurrencies, this article will provide a balanced perspective on the potential risks and opportunities associated with investing in digital assets, offering guidance for corporate finance teams.
CFO spotlight
The CFO Spotlight is a monthly Q&A interview series highlighting the perspectives and insights of leading corporate financial executives. Each month, we sit down with a different CFO to discuss their career, the current challenges and opportunities in their industry, their strategies for navigating today’s economic landscape, and their vision for driving financial performance.
FCA impending access to cash ruling
The piece will analyse the upcoming regulations from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) regarding access to cash and outline the implications for financial institutions, including potential operational and compliance challenges.
The importance of cyber stress tests
This article will emphasize the criticality of conducting regular cyber stress tests to assess the resilience of financial institutions’ systems and infrastructure against potential cyber threats, providing recommendations for effective testing methodologies.
CFO spotlight
The CFO Spotlight is a monthly Q&A interview series highlighting the perspectives and insights of leading corporate financial executives. Each month, we sit down with a different CFO to discuss their career, the current challenges and opportunities in their industry, their strategies for navigating today’s economic landscape, and their vision for driving financial performance.
Fostering financial acumen
The article will explore the importance of developing financial acumen across finance teams, equipping professionals with the skills to analyze data, interpret financial statements, and contribute to strategic decision-making processes.
Venture capital investment
This article will explore the potential of venture capital investments as a means for corporations to foster innovation, diversify their portfolios, and drive long-term growth.
Tax optimisation strategies
This article will offer guidance on tax optimization strategies for corporations, ensuring compliance with ever-changing tax regulations while maximizing financial efficiency.
CFO spotlight
The CFO Spotlight is a monthly Q&A interview series highlighting the perspectives and insights of leading corporate financial executives. Each month, we sit down with a different CFO to discuss their career, the current challenges and opportunities in their industry, their strategies for navigating today’s economic landscape, and their vision for driving financial performance.
Nuances of carried interest tax rules
For CFOs in the private equity or venture capital space, this piece will offer insights into the complex tax rules surrounding carried interest, providing guidance on compliance and potential planning opportunities.
Maximising R&D tax credits
This article will explore strategies for identifying and claiming eligible research and development (R&D) expenses, ensuring companies take full advantage of available tax credits to support innovation investments.
Transfer pricing complexities in a digital economy
With the rise of digital business models, this article will address the challenges of transfer pricing in a digital economy, offering guidance on compliance with evolving tax regulations and best practices.
CFO spotlight
The CFO Spotlight is a monthly Q&A interview series highlighting the perspectives and insights of leading corporate financial executives. Each month, we sit down with a different CFO to discuss their career, the current challenges and opportunities in their industry, their strategies for navigating today’s economic landscape, and their vision for driving financial performance.
Insights from SuiteWorld 2024
Summary of the key takeaways from the event. Highlight important trends in accounting technology, innovative tools showcased, and significant discussions around the future of the accounting profession. Include quotes from keynote speakers and interesting facts from panel discussions.
ESG metrics into corporation valuation models
With the increasing emphasis on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors, this article will explore methodologies for incorporating ESG metrics into corporate valuation models, enabling a more holistic assessment of long-term value creation.
CFO spotlight
The CFO Spotlight is a monthly Q&A interview series highlighting the perspectives and insights of leading corporate financial executives. Each month, we sit down with a different CFO to discuss their career, the current challenges and opportunities in their industry, their strategies for navigating today’s economic landscape, and their vision for driving financial performance.
Strategies for CFOs amid the European Energy Crisis
This blog post will explore specific strategies CFOs can implement to manage the rising energy costs driven by the European energy crisis. It will cover energy procurement strategies, the potential for long-term energy contracts, investments in renewable energy, and energy efficiency improvements. It will also discuss pricing strategies to pass on costs to customers while maintaining demand.
Navigating a strong US dollar
This article will provide insights into the impact of the strong US Dollar on UK businesses, especially those with significant operations or supply chains in the US. It will cover practical hedging strategies to manage currency risk, such as using forward contracts, options, and natural hedges. The article will also include a section on how to communicate currency impacts to investors and stakeholders effectively.
CFO spotlight
The CFO Spotlight is a monthly Q&A interview series highlighting the perspectives and insights of leading corporate financial executives. Each month, we sit down with a different CFO to discuss their career, the current challenges and opportunities in their industry, their strategies for navigating today’s economic landscape, and their vision for driving financial performance.
Reflection on the US Elections
The outcome of the US election can significantly impact corporate finance functions. Whether it’s changes in tax policies or shifts in regulatory environments, we’ll examine how leading companies are preparing for and responding to these changes. Learn from top firms how their proactive approach to adapting financial strategies in light of new political landscapes has been a cornerstone of maintaining their stability and growth.
A reflection on carbon accounting strategies
As concerns over climate change intensify, this article will explore carbon pricing strategies, such as carbon taxes and emissions trading systems, and their implications for corporate finance and risk management.
CFO spotlight
The CFO Spotlight is a monthly Q&A interview series highlighting the perspectives and insights of leading corporate financial executives. Each month, we sit down with a different CFO to discuss their career, the current challenges and opportunities in their industry, their strategies for navigating today’s economic landscape, and their vision for driving financial performance.
Top stories of 2024
As we take a look back at some of the top performing articles of 2024, The CFO will reflect on some of the most pressing themes impacting the UK industry as they head into a new year.
Reflections for 2025
We consider some of the main themes from 2024, and how these might carry over to 2025. Insight from our audience will also be included on what their predictions for the next 12 months will hold.
CFO spotlight
The CFO Spotlight is a monthly Q&A interview series highlighting the perspectives and insights of leading corporate financial executives. Each month, we sit down with a different CFO to discuss their career, the current challenges and opportunities in their industry, their strategies for navigating today’s economic landscape, and their vision for driving financial performance.