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  The forces shaping M&A in 2026

  Firms that combine strategic agility with intelligent operations will redefine how value is captured in the next era of M&A.

  J. Neely • Dec. 22, 2025

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  Bridging the GAAP: Why every CFO needs an EBITDA bridge schedule

  In a landscape where stakeholders demand clarity and credibility, mapping out a clear EBITDA to cash flow bridge has become a strategic imperative.

  Michael Paull • Dec. 16, 2025

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  What investors and boards want from CFOs and how to deliver it

  The more capital you raise, the more you have to work to create value with it. Here’s how CFOs can lead the way.

  Diya Sagar • Dec. 9, 2025

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  If you talk to AI more than your CPA, you’ve got a problem

  Here are six signs your tax adviser might be holding you back. 

  Dean Quiambao • Dec. 2, 2025

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  Making the shift from the C-suite to the boardroom

  Board service requires a redefined role, a fresh mindset and a reorientation of relationships.

  Karen Jaw-Madson • Nov. 25, 2025

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  How CFOs can integrate AI without overloading their teams

  Sustainable AI transformation means knowing when to pause, not just accelerate.

  Swetha Pandiri • Nov. 19, 2025

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  4 lessons CFOs must embrace to grow without losing control

  These practical insights will help finance executives scale rapidly without sacrificing financial discipline or cultural fabric.

  Jessica Martin • Nov. 12, 2025

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  How CFOs can protect the business as big bankruptcies rise

  Having a proactive system for identifying early signs of customer distress is essential to protect your cash flow, limit losses and avoid disruption. 

  David Dragich • Nov. 4, 2025

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  When CFOs should break their own rules and why it works

  Great finance leaders know which rules to enforce and which to flex, turning finance from a control function into a strategic driver of growth and trust. 

  Oreoluwa Onabowale • Oct. 28, 2025

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  Why the GENIUS Act makes stablecoins hard to ignore for CFOs

  The most strategic CFOs aren’t waiting for the rules to fully phase in and are already making moves within the 2026 budget cycle. 

  Dean Quiambao • Oct. 21, 2025

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  Practical tips to maximize the qualified business income deduction

  With the right strategies in place, it is possible to maximize the deduction and lock in significant, recurring savings.

  Michael Geller • Oct. 14, 2025

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  Unlocking strategic finance through a streamlined close

  By rooting out bottlenecks, assessing maturity and embracing automation, organizations can transform the close into a strategic asset.

  Cory Teller • Oct. 8, 2025

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  Beyond patents and lab coats — How CFOs can maximize R&D tax benefits

  Many businesses assume R&D qualification only applies to formal lab research and miss out on potential tax savings.

  Michael Thompson • Oct. 7, 2025

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  Amid automation push, CFO storytelling matters more than ever

  Finance leaders need to develop a skill machines can't replicate: making people care about financial data through compelling storytelling.

  Konstantin Dzhengozov • Sept. 30, 2025

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  Soft power in finance — Why influence matters more than accuracy

  A finance leader reveals why accuracy falls short without the crucial skill of translating numbers into influential insights that drive key business decisions.

  Oreoluwa Onabowale • Sept. 23, 2025

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  What CFOs need to know about R&D tax credit reform

  Finance leaders have a timely opportunity to enhance liquidity, reduce tax burdens and align tax policy with business growth.

  Todd Sutherland • Sept. 16, 2025

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  Liquidity under pressure: How CFOs can respond to economic uncertainty

  CFOs can transform liquidity challenges into strategic advantages through improved forecasting, technology investments and smarter capital management.

  Kelley Pruetz • Sept. 9, 2025

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  Setting the record straight on VATs and tariffs

  For U.S. companies doing business globally, an accurate understanding of these tax principles is more important than ever.

  George L. Salis • Sept. 2, 2025

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  How Trump’s tariffs trigger state tax bills most CFOs never see coming

  As companies adjust supply chains and pricing strategies in response to tariffs, they may inadvertently create a tax nexus in new states.

  Glenn C. McCoy, Jr. • Aug. 26, 2025

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  Tips for expanding a B2B business outside the US

  Jim Ogle, CFO of B2B marketing firm Anteriad, shares lessons learned and strategic insights on successfully navigating the complexities of international business expansion.

  Jim Ogle • Aug. 19, 2025

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  There’s never been a better time to invest in AI. The tax code backs you up

  For the first time in years, the tax code and the tech road map are aligned.

  Dean Quiambao • Aug. 14, 2025

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  7 legal considerations for mitigating risk in AI implementation

  By proactively addressing data privacy, intellectual property and cybersecurity, finance professionals can mitigate legal exposure and unlock the full value of AI. 

  Emily Burrows • Aug. 12, 2025

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  5 steps to fix fragmented reporting

  Addressing fragmented reporting requires more than surface-level fixes. Use this framework to build sustainable and practical reporting improvements. 

  Swetha Pandiri • Aug. 5, 2025

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  5 international tax compliance strategies when going global

  CFOs steering U.S. businesses into global markets will need to engage in proactive strategic planning to meet the convergence of digital tax policies. 

  Michael Bernard • July 29, 2025

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  Putting AI revenue potential in perspective

  AI holds immense potential, but realizing its true value demands a new level of financial discipline, precise metric alignment and robust risk management.

  Ankit Chopra • July 23, 2025

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