The UK CFO Network will explore the new paradigm of the role of the CFO and how the modern Finance Leader can embrace new technologies and business models, contribute to strategy, drive transformation and growth as well as deliver value
The CFO is still under pressure to safeguard the organisation, as well as find new opportunities and accelerate growth. The remit is expanding and the CFO will have to manage organisational culture, influence the board, transform digital strategy, mitigate risk and seize opportunity in uncertain economic times.
Successful CFOs are using a number of tools and approaches to navigate this new environment. Effectively managing and cultivating talent, creating a corporate culture that promotes growth, protecting the company from external risks and attacks, utilising emerging and disruptive technologies such as Big Data, ensuring compliance in a cost effective manner; all while mastering the cutting edge disciplines needed for the CFO of today and tomorrow. The CFO can secure the future of the organisation, drive purpose led transformation and thrive where others fail…
Intelligent automation and AI for finance transformation
Automated financial reporting and close processes
AI agents and finance process automation
Planning, budgeting and forecasting
Data visualisation and self-service analytics
Profitability, margin analysis and business growth
Executive reporting and dashboards
Data quality, governance and validation
Operational CFO leadership and CEO collaboration
Future finance skills and emerging technology adoption