Washington DC mayor signs CPA licensing legislation

The act, which eases educational requirements needed to become a certified public accountant, must now undergo a 30-day congressional review.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • Aug. 14, 2026

CFO retirements during first half of 2026 hit 8-year high: Russell Reynolds

Rising retirements may be “encouraging organizations to consider a broader range of first-time candidates,” according to a Russell Reynolds report.  

By Maura Webber Sadovi • Aug. 13, 2026

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To stay competitive many CFOs are focused on balancing AI’s risks and opportunities while also adjusting to fast-changing tariff policies and labor markets.

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Cisco security revenue jumps 14% as agentic AI sharpens cyberattacks

AI agents are driving demand for cybersecurity tools as companies confront increasingly sophisticated threats, CEO Chuck Robbins said.

By Alexei Alexis • Aug. 13, 2026

Centuri hires Halliburton alum for CFO

The energy firm named a new CFO and new legal leader as it continues to face economic headwinds including high fuel prices.

By Grace Noto • Aug. 13, 2026

Chicago Mayor taps Fitch veteran for CFO

Ashlee Brianne Gabrysch was named Chicago’s next finance chief after a series of high profile financial leaders have abruptly exited City Hall. 

By Maura Webber Sadovi • Aug. 12, 2026

Ex-hedge fund CFO pleads guilty to $3M embezzlement scheme

The former finance chief used fake invoices and put unauthorized personal expenses on credit cards to steal money from his employer, prosecutors said.

By Alexei Alexis • Aug. 12, 2026

Healthcare CFOs face decision readiness gap: Deloitte

The findings could reflect a “mismatch” between expanding expectations for CFOs and the support systems available to finance teams, Deloitte said.

By Grace Noto • Aug. 12, 2026

USA Swimming CFO placed on leave after arrest: reports

Cory Hilliard was charged Monday with misappropriating funds for his own personal use while working at University of Colorado Boulder between 2021 and 2025.   

By Maura Webber Sadovi • Aug. 11, 2026

1 in 4 companies delay or cancel an AI project over cost

Rising volatility around AI costs is putting increased pressure on CFOs for financial discipline.

By Alexei Alexis • Aug. 11, 2026

OpenAI CFO touts move toward ‘zero-day close’

Writing in a blog post, CFO Sarah Friar outlined her strategy for transforming the company’s finance department into an “AI-native function.”

By Alexei Alexis • Aug. 11, 2026

Why Vista’s CFO favors subscription pricing models for jets

As many companies experiment with new pricing models, the private aviation firm’s finance chief said she still favors multi-year contracts.  

By Maura Webber Sadovi • Updated Aug. 11, 2026

Incoming ZipRecruiter CFO tackles strategy, capital allocation in ‘listening tour’

Carmen Chan has already “gone deep” with key product, revenue and finance teams at the job marketplace as she prepares to serve as ZipRecruiter’s CFO.

By Grace Noto • Aug. 10, 2026

IBM Apptio helps CFOs connect AI spend to business value

“Companies are pouring money into AI, and they don’t always know what they’re getting out of it,” Apptio’s Bill Lobig said.

By Alexei Alexis • Aug. 7, 2026

Zoetis nabs GE Health CFO for dual finance chief, COO role

Jay Saccaro will step into the newly-created role as the animal drug-maker business seeks to maintain its leadership position amid increased competition.

By Grace Noto • Aug. 7, 2026

Former acting IRS head warns of tax compliance ‘race to the bottom’

The tax agency has faced steep budget cuts since Douglas O’Donnell stepped down from serving as acting commissioner in early 2025.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • Aug. 7, 2026

Fractional CFOs see demand surge in AI age

The integration of AI has massively impacted the day-to-day work of fractional CFO Jason Hope and boosted the overall demand for part-time finance work.

By Grace Noto • Aug. 6, 2026

SEC launches new enforcement unit aimed at accounting fraud

The move builds on prior efforts to crack down on bad actors in the accounting and auditing profession, SEC Enforcement Chief David Woodcock said.

By Alexei Alexis • Aug. 6, 2026

Chime’s CFO is stepping down

The fintech’s president, Mark Troughton, will serve as interim finance chief while the company conducts an executive search. Chime also reported a 27% year-over-year increase in second-quarter revenue.

By Dan Ennis • Aug. 6, 2026

McDonald picks insider finance veteran as new US boss

Since joining the Chicago-based hamburger chain in 2000, Skye Anderson has held multiple roles including CFO of McDonald’s Australia. 

By Maura Webber Sadovi • Aug. 5, 2026

Flex sues former CFO candidate; alleges stealing of ‘strategic crown jewels’

Block executive Alex Anderson took advantage of his interview process for the Flex CFO seat to “mine” the business for trade secrets, a suit alleges.

By Grace Noto • Aug. 5, 2026

Workers are all in fight-or-flight mode, expert says

Employers can improve mental health in the workplace by tuning into how workers are doing and being intentional, according to a consultant on health and productivity. 

By Ginger Christ • Aug. 5, 2026

Fewer companies plan ‘peanut-butter’ pay increases in 2027: Payscale

Giving everyone the same pay raise “can be demotivating to employees as everyone receives the same increase regardless of performance,” the report stated.

By Danielle McLean • Aug. 4, 2026

Chicago budget director follows acting CFO out the door

Annette Guzman’s departure comes about a week after the city of Chicago’s acting CFO Steven Mahr exited. 

By Maura Webber Sadovi • Aug. 4, 2026

Best Buy picks Nordstrom alum for CFO

Anne Bramman succeeds Matt Bilunas, who left the retailer last month after serving as its finance chief for seven years.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • Aug. 4, 2026

How volunteer cyber experts are helping protect rural water systems

A first-in-the-nation program is yielding promising results as it charts a path for supporting the U.S.’s most vulnerable infrastructure.

By Eric Geller • Aug. 4, 2026