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EY’s split to offer CFOs ‘more choice,’ exec says

The auditing and consulting firm is in the “design” phase as EY partners vote on its separation, leaving CFOs facing unanswered questions regarding auditing fees.

By Elizabeth Flood • Sept. 27, 2022

FleetCor taps insider interim after CFO resigns

CFO seat turnovers are coming at a brisk pace as finance chiefs face an increasingly potent mix of pressures, said executive search expert Josh Crist.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • Sept. 27, 2022

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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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YETI CFO resigns following lukewarm earnings

Paul Carbone, who took the company public during his first year as CFO, is departing to pursue another venture closer to family after four years in the role.

By Elizabeth Flood • Sept. 26, 2022

CFO of bankrupt Voyager resigns after five-month stretch

The CFO of the cryptocurrency exchange is resigning after just five months on the job as the company finalizes its bankruptcy.

By Grace Noto • Sept. 26, 2022

Dentsply taps new CFO after shaking up Moderna

Dentsply’s disclosure in May of an internal probe into its use of incentives led to the swift departure of its former CFO Jorge Gomez from Moderna after only one day on the job.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • Sept. 23, 2022

Chobani names permanent CFO, revitalizes IPO talks

The company’s former CFO departed in June after another delay in IPO plans.

By Elizabeth Flood • Sept. 23, 2022

Burberry CFO to leave in second C-suite switch

Burberry CFO and Chief Operating Officer Julie Brown will step down after a six-year term, the second top executive shakeup at the luxury brand in the past year.

By Grace Noto • Sept. 23, 2022

Companies mull benefits of interim CFOs

Interim CFOs can cut through politics to help navigate companies through murky waters, experts say.

By Grace Noto • Sept. 22, 2022

CFOs continue talent retention battle

Despite finance chiefs’ efforts to streamline the work of finance departments, only 20% saw talent retention as an ensuing benefit, Deloitte’s Q3 Signals Survey said.

By Elizabeth Flood • Sept. 22, 2022

ADM CFO sees ag giant’s pivot paying off in profits, crucial food security

Vikram Luthar, appointed CFO of Archer Daniels Midland in April, gained a keen awareness of the value of affordable healthy food growing up in India.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • Sept. 22, 2022

Nearly half of CFOs ditching just-in-time supply chains: Study

Cybersecurity, emerging technologies and inflation also remain top priorities for CFOs over the next 12 months as they look to navigate a challenging economic environment.

By Grace Noto • Sept. 21, 2022

CFOs need to prep for healthcare’s lagging inflation

Healthcare costs are expected to jump 6.0% next year. CFOs must prepare accordingly, advises WTW’s Tim Stawicki. 

By Elizabeth Flood • Sept. 21, 2022

Citi alum takes on permanent CFO role for Tanger REIT

The REIT appointed Citi managing director Michael Bilerman to its top financial seat three months after ousting its previous CFO, a 28-year veteran of the company.

By Grace Noto • Sept. 20, 2022

Reputation’s new CFO says scenario planning is key

Seasoned SaaS financial leader Marc Linden says CFOs need to prepare for macroeconomic turbulence. 

By Elizabeth Flood • Sept. 20, 2022

Suspended Ammo CSO protests ‘misleading claims’ as board skirmish continues

Ammunitions manufacturer Ammo Inc. and its top shareholder, Urvan Group, are continuing to tussle over its future leadership as suspended executives protest ‘misleading claims.’

By Grace Noto • Sept. 19, 2022

Emmi Group poaches CFO from Calida Group

The dairy producer appointed Sacha D. Gerber as CFO. Gerber plans to leave the top financial position at luxury underwear company Calida Group.

By Elizabeth Flood • Sept. 19, 2022

Expedia swipes CFO from home retailer Williams-Sonoma

Williams-Sonoma CFO Julie Whalen will move to the top financial seat for travel and hospitality service Expedia Group as it looks to enact a new sustainability strategy.

By Grace Noto • Sept. 16, 2022

Nearly one third of employers balk at pay transparency: study

With more states requiring pay disclosures, companies and their financial executives need to develop a consistent national strategy, said Mariann Madden of WTW. 

By Elizabeth Flood • Sept. 16, 2022

Slowing economy could mean boost for budget-friendly litigation finance

The appeal of litigation finance — which has evolved into a $17 billion business — could rise in a slowing economy as investors warm to non-correlated assets.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • Sept. 15, 2022

Closing funding gender gap is long-term play, female execs say

Only 2% of venture capital dollars are going to female founders, but ensuring a pipeline of successful female-led firms requires an intentional strategy.

By Suman Bhattacharyya • Sept. 15, 2022

30% of CFOs see economic downturn triggering layoffs: study

CFOs expect potential layoffs, workforce retention challenges and move to implement cost-cutting measures as an economic downturn becomes more likely.

By Grace Noto • Sept. 15, 2022

CFOs need to ‘get smart’ about ESG reporting

“ESG requirements are changing the landscape of corporate America,” said Lisa Edwards, president and chief operating officer of SaaS firm Diligent.  

By Elizabeth Flood • Sept. 15, 2022

New PayPal CFO takes medical leave

PayPal SVP of Capital Markets Gabrielle Rabinovitch will step in for her second round as interim CFO as Jorgensen departs for medical leave.

By Grace Noto • Sept. 15, 2022

SoundHound CFO keeps focus on growth, profitability as inflationary pressures loom

The voice-enabled AI and former Nike CFO is chartering a path to profitability even as economic uncertainties continue to plague financial heads across industries.

By Grace Noto • Sept. 14, 2022

Grindr appoints new CFO as it readies for IPO

The dating app operator named a former Disney exec as its CFO as it moves forward with plans to go public later this year.

By Elizabeth Flood • Sept. 14, 2022