Controller/CFO Update: Hot Topics Facing Today's Financial Professional

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Overview

In today's rapidly changing world, finance professionals are required to wear many hats and are often the keys to the success of the organization. On one hand, they need to be abreast of the latest proven financial skills for making the best decisions, and on the other hand they need the best skills to motivate, manage, and lead people. Being pigeon-holed into one area or another is neither good for career building nor good for the organization. We'll cover the latest issues that all CFOs and controllers need to know about and provide how-to guidance to allow for immediate use in their organizations.

Highlights

Economic update
Leadership and management changes as a result of the pandemic
Managing for productivity
Metrics and benchmarking
Social media's place in our organizations

Prerequisites

Experience in financial management of a small or midsize company

Designed For

CFOs, controllers, and finance professionals

Objectives

Understand the current issues and latest trends impacting CFOs, controllers, and finance professionals
Understand how domestic and global economic conditions could impact an organization
Apply what we have learned from recent economic and political changes to have a positive impact on an organization
Be familiar with the results of the case studies and exercises that reinforce key learning points throughout the course

Preparation

None

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Leader(s):

Jason Carney

Leader Bios

Jason Carney

Jason Carney, CPA, CISA, PMP, CISSP, CCSP, Esq., is a senior manager at ABS, Inc., a boutique consulting firm based in the Washington, DC metro specializing in complex accounting issues. He is also the principal for IRS Problem Free, a tax resolution service. He has more than 15 years of experience in public accounting, consulting, and industry. His specialties include technical accounting, financial statement audit, information security, and tax controversy. Jason has worked in the financial services, software, and federal finance sectors. Jason has taught more than 100 CPE courses for audiences across the country. He has been consistently well-received and specializes in adapting content for the unique needs of each audience. He believes that relevant and engaging training is essential for career development and business success. Jason is a member of the Minnesota Society of CPAs and was a President’s Scholar at the University of Saint Thomas Law School. He is a member of the Minnesota Bar and holds CPA licenses in five jurisdictions. He is Treasurer for Fort Safety, a non-profit focused on keeping families and children safe online. He wrote “What is Business Intelligence and Why Should CPAs Care?” for Footnote magazine and contributed to the upcoming publication What Every Lawyer Needs to Know About Client Trust Accounts. Jason and his CPA wife enjoy reading, spending time with their two children, and playing with their pet Giant Schnauzer, Sarge.

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