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Partner Emma Boucher features in Dynamic Business, sharing actions finance leaders can take to protect margins and enhance business resilience. “Where possible, diversify your supplier base to reduce dependency and improve leverage. Foster strategic partnerships over transactional ones; encouraging transparency and collaboration to drive greater mutual gains.” Read the full commentary below. https://lnkd.in/g-DE7Uyf

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AI is rewriting the rules of accounting. Boards expect sharper insights in less time. Thankfully, platforms like Rillet, one of the fastest-growing AI-native ERPs, make it easier for finance teams to exceed those expectations. We're teaming up with Rillet to empower clients to build a modern finance stack that accelerates speed, scale and smarter decisions by automating key financial workflows and unlocking real-time, board-ready insights. Get more details about the partnership here: https://ow.ly/HYbi50WB42b #ERP #AI #Accounting

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What does it really take to step into a CFO role? The requirements for a CFO are extensive, but what are the key financial skills in demand and strategies for career progression? We tackled these questions in the second session of our Aspiring CFO Series, a 5-part program helping senior finance leaders step confidently into CFO roles. Hosted by Will Cannaby, Regional Director at Robert Half, the session featured insights from: 👩‍💼 Alyson Tong (Former CFO Australasia, Arup) 👩‍💼 Jodie Meadows (CFO, Schlam Payload) 👨‍💼 Yudhajeet Banerjee (CFO ANZ, Cover-More Group) They discussed the key challenges finance professionals face when transitioning into leadership roles, as well as the common dilemma many aspiring CFOs encounter, waiting for the “right” opportunity to step up. #CFO #Finance #Leadership #Event

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Month-end shouldn’t feel like detective work.🕵️‍♀️ But for accountants, it often does. Business tools help — but without embedded banking, they fall short. So what turns accounting chaos into clarity? Built-in payments, real-time reconciliation, and more. That’s what Swan powers — inside Europe’s smartest business platforms.

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There is no ‘right’ FP&A tool. Only the one that fits you. In a market overflowing with more than 150 tools, the real challenge isn’t picking the best, it’s knowing what you actually need. In this episode of What’s New at CFI, Paul Barnhurst breaks down: • The biggest signs it’s time to upgrade from Excel • Why prep work matters more than features • How to avoid being sold on flashy demos that don’t fit • What finance pros should do before every tool selection process Paul shares his own AI stack and how he uses LLMs like Claude and ChatGPT for FP&A use cases. 📌 If you’re considering a new FP&A tool or just want to streamline your current stack, don’t miss this one. #FinPod #CFI #FPandA #FinanceCareers #FPnAtools #FinancialPlanning #ExcelAlternatives #FinanceTech #StrategicFinance

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The future is coming fast: accounting and finance teams are being scaled with systems, not headcount. That’s how our Head of Finance, stephen hedlund, described the shift we’re seeing in early-stage company operations. Just a few years ago, a $25M ARR startup might have needed a full-time AR clerk, multiple FP&A and accounting analysts, a controller, and more. But now many are running lean, with one or two core finance leaders, supported by AI, automation and co-sourced help. One of Rillet's fastest growing customers, Windsurf, runs the entire function with just 2 people! Watch the clip below to hear Stephen’s take on how fast this shift is happening and why clinging to legacy team structures might be holding startups back. And thanks to Dave Wieseneck and Ramp for hosting us!

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In CFO Dive: The pressure's on—98% of sponsors want AI adoption, but CFOs aren't moving fast enough. Our AI in the Finance Function report captures how to bridge the gap between sponsor needs and CFO actions. Read the full report here. https://lnkd.in/egefv2Dr

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AI isn't just a tech upgrade. It's a strategic lever for CFOs.    Financial leaders don’t need to be tech experts, but they do need to ask the right questions:  💬 Is our data usable?  💬 Are we spending wisely on infrastructure?  💬 Will this actually move the needle for the business?    In this new Triangle Business Journal article from RapidScale CFO Joseph Mathews and Opex Technologies Chief Strategy Officer Rich Nowalk, explore how CFOs can help their organizations lead smarter AI adoption, optimize costs, and drive more long-term value.    Read the article here: https://lnkd.in/ecKdj537   But why stop at reading? Learn more about our upcoming Opex AI Day at RapidScale HQ in Raleigh: https://lnkd.in/e52MeWjp #AIreadiness #AIstrategy #CFOleadership

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Built to scale - or just survive? Still reconciling bank transactions in spreadsheets or across tabs? Our new checklist helps you spot where your NetSuite workflow might be breaking down - like when downloading and cleaning bank data eats up hours, matches fail unless the “right” person runs them, cash visibility lags behind real-time and audit prep turns into a scramble. If any of that sounds familiar, it might be time to rethink how reconciliation should work inside NetSuite. Download the checklist now: https://lnkd.in/gFBt4-gA

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