Human Capital: Page 3

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    How Seismic’s CFO-CRO partnership sustains growth after profitability

    CFO Evan Goldstein and CRO Hayden Stafford discuss how collaboration, accountability and shared metrics are driving Seismic’s next phase.

    By • Aug. 4, 2025
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    Institute of Internal Auditors CFO on audit quality, setting standards and AI

    Ann Cohen shares how evolving risks, emerging technology and strong internal audit partnerships impact her work and the changing dynamics of the audit function at large.

    By • Aug. 1, 2025
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    Microsoft CFO calls for ‘intensity’ after strong Q4 earnings

    In a leaked internal memo, CFO Amy Hood told employees that the year ahead will require “intensity, clarity and bold execution.”

    By • Aug. 1, 2025
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    Underutilized workforce capacity may be costing CFOs millions

    New ActivTrak data shows widespread underperformance of workers, and CFO Jana Wilson explores how finance leaders can uncover hidden capacity and protect margins.

    By • July 31, 2025
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    25% of workers ‘very likely’ to seek a new job

    It’s still an employers’ job market for now, but more employees may be getting restless in their roles, data suggests.

    By • July 31, 2025
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    CFOs report increased influence on company-wide decisions

    A recent survey by professional services firm RGP quantifies the ways the role of the finance chief is expanding.

    By • July 30, 2025
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    Siena Heights University settles whistleblower lawsuit with ex-CFO

    Former CFO Debi Andrews and Siena Heights University have come to a settlement following her claims of being fired for exposing financial misconduct and being at the center of a smear campaign.

    By • July 29, 2025
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    Can cross-border mobility help solve talent retention issues?

    As talent pressures linger, EY data suggests “evolved” mobility functions are delivering better outcomes and creating more ways to measure the return on moving people around the globe.

    By • July 29, 2025
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    US wage growth continues to slow

    Research from hiring platform Indeed showed wage growth increasing by just 2.9% in June, down significantly from recent COVID-driven peaks.

    By • July 29, 2025
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    Riveron CFO Tony Ciotti on breaking barriers between finance and operations

    The longtime operations leader and former Grant Thornton managing director explains the rise of the COFO and lessons learned from past financial crises.

    By • July 28, 2025
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    NASBA, AICPA give blessing to 120-hour CPA pathway

    Similar to the planned changes in states across the country, the latest edition of the Uniform Accountancy Act includes an alternate pathway to the longstanding 150-hour requirement for CPA licensure. 

    By • July 25, 2025
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    The rise of solo business travel and its impact on costs

    With fewer team off-sites and more one-on-one and small group meetings, business travel looks very different in 2025.

    By • July 24, 2025
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    How LegitScript’s CFO and CTO are building systems to scale smarter

    CFO and COO Jaylene Kunze and CTO and CPO Tom Cook share how they align on ROI, business efficiency and hitting exit goals for private equity investors.

    By • July 24, 2025
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    The end of free office coffee? Tax changes, price hikes percolate

    With bean prices soaring and tax deductions for office snacks set to disappear in 2026, finance teams may need to track growing coffee costs. 

    By • July 23, 2025
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    Legal, finance collaboration pivotal to business success — white paper

    A report from the Association of Corporate Counsel aims to quantify the importance of good relationships between legal chiefs and CFOs.

    By • July 22, 2025
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    KPMG’s Atif Zaim on CFO challenges, leading with intention and the 150-hour rule

    In part two of the conversation with KPMG’s new deputy chair and U.S. managing principal, Zaim discusses how today’s leaders must think beyond client delivery and internal development.

    By • July 18, 2025
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    A two-part sit-down with KPMG’s Deputy Chair and US Managing Principal Atif Zaim

    After officially taking the position on July 1, Zaim talked exclusively with CFO.com to discuss his previous time at KPMG, navigating the present and preparing for the future.

    By • July 18, 2025
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    Employers project flat salary budgets in 2026

    In a Willis Towers Watson survey of U.S. companies, participants said they’re planning to increase salary budgets by 3.5% in 2026, the same as actual increases this year.

    By • July 18, 2025
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    58% of Gen Z workers say their job is a ‘situationship’

    As job loyalty fades among younger workers, CFOs must evaluate how their organizations invest in and manage human capital.

    By • July 17, 2025
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    Tesla CFO named in bogus political filings tied to Elon Musk: Trial Balance

    Unverified federal election filings that name Vaibhav Taneja as treasurer of the Musk-backed America Party highlight tensions around immigration and tech policy.

    By , • July 7, 2025
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    8 ways CFOs can successfully onboard new employees

    When new finance team members are onboarded effectively, there will be a stronger team dynamic, enhanced productivity and, as a result, reduced attrition.

    By • July 7, 2025
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    43% of CFOs say half of business travel could be replaced by virtual meetings

    While most CFOs are still approving travel requests, many also question their value and ROI given how widespread virtual business has become.

    By • July 2, 2025
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    A CFO exit interview with Kajima Building & Designs’ Bona Allen

    After more than 40 years in finance and over a decade in his most recent CFO role, Allen reflects on leadership, legacy and what comes next.

    By • July 2, 2025
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    Rising costs re-emerge as companies’ top benefits issue

    With U.S. employers’ medical tab expected to climb by more than 10% this year, they’re more aggressively making plan changes.

    By • June 23, 2025
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    Most middle-market CFOs are making at least $350K a year

    Base salaries tend to increase at bigger companies, though there are notable similarities in bonus structures, according to new research by executive search firm JM Search.

    By • June 20, 2025