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Finance team toolkit part 6: applying systems and technology
- Article
- 01 Jun 2023
- ICAEW Insights
In our ongoing series on good finance transformation, Neil Cutting explains how systems and technology fit within every element of the project.
Cash remains king as businesses gear up for growth
- Article
- 17 Apr 2023
- ICAEW Insights
Why finance functions tightened their cash management and forecasting during the pandemic – and how those good habits have remained.
The finance team toolkit part 5: processes
- Article
- 30 Mar 2023
- ICAEW Insights
Organisations often confuse processes with procedures, which can obscure clarity around roles and hinder efficiency. Here’s how processes should apply within your finance function.
Using technology to optimise audit talent
- Article
- 27 Feb 2023
- ICAEW Insights
New technologies are having a profound impact on audit and finance functions. Cloud, AI, blockchain and data and analytics are transforming the skills and focus of audit professionals.
Finance team toolkit part 4: the right people
- Article
- 17 Feb 2023
- ICAEW Insights
If the current war for talent shows us anything, it’s that systems and processes are nothing without talented people. Here finance transformation executive, Neil Cutting focuses on the ‘people pillar’ of organisational transformation.
ICAEW: Cuts to public sector finance teams are “false economies”
- Article
- 22 Nov 2022
- ICAEW Insights
ICAEW describes investment in strong finance functions as “critical” to spending public money effectively amidst tight spending settlements for public bodies
Sustainability: Finance at the heart of decision making
- Article
- 04 Nov 2022
- Nina Johansson and Henning Diederichs
Sustainability is commonly defined as meeting today’s needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet theirs. But sustainability covers more than just the environment – it also relates to ethical, societal and governance issues. ICAEW and CIPFA strongly advocate for the role that the finance function can play in combatting the impact of climate change for the public sector.
Facing the challenge of tech transformation
- Article
- 05 Oct 2022
- ICAEW Insights
Finance teams must embrace finance transformation or face becoming obsolete, warns former Microsoft Finance Director Oliver Deacon. He shares his vision of the technologies that will shape the jobs of tomorrow.
How must SME finance chiefs approach technology transformation?
- Article
- 01 Apr 2022
- ICAEW Insights
Digital transformation can provide SME finance functions with a powerful edge – but how should firms execute this critical process? We spoke to ICAEW Southern President Ashley Milne to find out.
What do CEOs want from the finance function?
- Article
- 29 Mar 2022
- ICAEW Insights
Chief executives want to see their Chief Financial Officers supporting their decision making, as business heads explain to ICAEW Insights.
Digital skills for digital finance
- Article
- 25 Mar 2022
- ICAEW Insights
Audit and management accountancy in the finance function require a constantly evolving set of skills to add value to their clients and to their employers.
The new technology reshaping the finance function
- Article
- 07 Mar 2022
- ICAEW Insights
Technological innovations are driving the most profound change in finance functions in modern history, revolutionising every aspect of the traditional finance division.
The finance function post-COVID
- Article
- 04 Mar 2022
- ICAEW Insights
The pandemic gave CFOs confidence in their ability to work in more geographically diverse and virtual ways, which will bring permanent and much-welcomed change to the finance function.
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Accountants harnessing the power of tech
- Article
- 16 Nov 2021
- Craig Stirk
Tech allows for continuous monitoring of financials; take advantage
Learning to transform: key success factors
- Article
- 06 Sep 2021
- ICAEW Insights
Successful finance transformation projects follow a tried and tested route. ICAEW member Bilal Khalid talks us through the critical success factors based on his career in corporate finance.
Finance transformation: a problem for now or the future?
- Article
- 01 Sep 2021
- ICAEW Insights
Finance transformation will be one of the most in-demand skills over the next 10 years, says career coach for financial professionals, Oliver Deacon.
From chartered accountant to CFO at ClearScore
- Article
- 12 Aug 2021
- ICAEW Insights
From chartered accountant in restructuring, turned business lender, to the CFO of ClearScore - Guy Buckley-Sharp exclusively unpicks his unconventional career path to lead the finance team at a household business.
Why finance teams need to upskill now
- Article
- 10 May 2021
- ICAEW Insights
COVID-19 has accelerated digital adoption across all business sectors. The finance function needs to embrace tech and develop new skills to keep up.
The finance team toolkit part 3: changing structure is not changing your organisation
- Article
- 07 Apr 2021
- ICAEW Insights
Finance transformation executive Neil Cutting discusses the role that organisational structure plays in a successful finance function transformation strategy.
Recruiters are looking for commercial FDs
- Article
- 09 Dec 2020
- Matt Weston
You need commercial knowledge for that step up, say the experts
Finance Director Jennifer Howells on working smart in the health sector
- Article
- 27 Nov 2020
- ICAEW Insights
Jennifer Howells, a Director at the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence, discusses the importance of working relationships, challenging yourself and knowing your weaknesses.
People and Planet in the Accounts: how this food giant learned to measure sustainability
- Article
- 17 Nov 2020
18 November 2020: Olam’s finance team measures more than just financial capital. Managing director and group CFO for Olam Food Ingredients Rishi Kalra explains how they did it.
How to make the best of virtual office work
- Article
- 16 Nov 2020
- Business and Management Faculty
The challenges of maintaining efficiency, demystified
Digital skills gap: why analytics skills are in demand
- Article
- 28 Oct 2020
29 October 2020: Digital transformation in many organisations has accelerated this year. The need for accountants with data analytics skills has never been higher.
The finance team toolkit: leadership and performance management
- Article
- 21 Oct 2020
22 October 2020: Finance transformation executive Neil Cutting outlines why having the appropriate leadership and performance management is crucial to a successful finance function transformation strategy.
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The CFO’s agenda – what you need
- Article
- 14 Sep 2020
- Halvor Stokke
The role of the CFO is evolving and pressure increasing
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Acquire a broader perspective
- Article
- 14 Sep 2020
- Jo Faragher
The best ways to develop valuable insights
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Can FD’s be truly commercial?
- Article
- 14 Sep 2020
- Rick Payne
Or is it just a case of saying ‘yes’ to the CEO? Find out
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Wanted: the all-round Finance Manager
- Article
- 13 Sep 2020
- Morgan Witzel
Understanding business challenges is essential for the Finance team
Automation in finance functions: lessons from India and the UK
- Article
- 10 Sep 2020
11 September: COVID-19 is likely to fast-forward finance function automation, but what underpins the successful use of automation technology? A new ICAEW report shares key insights and lessons.
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