Members-only C-Suite Chief Revenue Officer vs Chief Financial Officer The CFO oversees accounting, cash flow, and financial planning, while the CRO is laser-focused on driving sales and boosting revenue. But that’s just scratching the surface....
Members-only AI & Automation How to use Python in Microsoft Excel Microsoft has revealed a new era of analytics with the integration of Python in Excel. No more toggling between platforms or fiddling with add-ons, you can now manipulate and explore data in Excel using Python’s analytical and visualization libraries....
Members-only Career development Uncovering the 7 most common FP&A designations In this article, we discuss the main responsibilities and tasks associated with each of the most common FP&A designations....
Members-only Articles FP&A Manager salary insights: What the data reveals for 2023 Our latest Finance Salary Report revealed the average FP&A Manager salary to be $76,767 globally and $132,500 in the US. Those figures are more than just digits on a screen - they're a testament to the value organizations place on financial planning and analysis....
Members-only Case Studies "This community is an invaluable resource for continuous learning" - Valerius Dcunha "This vibrant community offers an exceptional opportunity and platform for cultivating meaningful relationships, sharing insights, and fostering collaborative growth within the finance realm."...
Members-only FP&A Budget vs Annual Operating Plan (AOP): Understanding the key differences A budget and an annual operating plan (AOP) are both financial tools used by organizations to manage their performance. aIt is important to note that a budget and an operating plan are not the same thing, but they are closely related....
Members-only CFO Journey to CFO eBook Take the first step on your road to the C-Suite.👇 Whether you're an aspiring finance professional or a seasoned veteran aiming...
Members-only Strategy Rolling forecast best practices: Bridging the gap between strategy & execution A rolling forecast formula is a straightforward concept. For every period that passes, a new one is added to the end of the forecast......
Members-only FP&A 14 dos and don’ts for building an accurate financial forecast Preparing an accurate financial forecast demands precision, attention to detail, and a clear understanding of the economic landscape. Below, we've curated seven dos and seven don’ts to fine-tune your forecasting process.👇...
Members-only CFO How to become a virtual CFO Imagine having the opportunity to use your financial expertise to guide businesses globally, from the comfort of your home or any remote location (sunny beach in the Caribbean, anyone?). As a Virtual CFO or 'vCFO', you can do just that....
Members-only Articles CFO Stories | Sam Filer, CFO, The Alliance Sam is the CFO of The Alliance, the world’s most forward-thinking community-led professional development platform for high-growth organizations and individuals....
Members-only Articles CFO Stories | Wayne Spivak, CFO, SBA Consulting In this interview, we asked Wayne Spivak, CFO of SBA Consulting to share his career path and tips for anyone who wants to emulate his success....
Members-only Startups & VC How to effectively fundraise and find investors In this article, I’m going to share some stories from my fundraising career that I've never shared anywhere else. Each story comes with a lesson I learned along the way. Hopefully, these lessons will help you as you embark on your journey to raise capital....
Members-only Articles CFO Stories | Mike Kovar, CFO, Acra Lending In this inspirational CFO story, you'll hear how Mike Kovar, CFO of Acra Lending, has gotten to where he is today....
Members-only CFO How to create a CFO mission and vision statement In this blog post, we shed some light on how an established vision can drive success for your company. We’ll also share some CFO mission and vision statement examples and teach you how to create one of your own....
