Executive summary The 3 frontiers of finance leadership

Dive into the core competencies and visionary approaches that distinguish today’ s most effective finance leaders in our latest report.

Drawing from a rich tapestry of research, interviews with a broad spectrum of CFOs, and insights from industry experts, this report uncovers the 3 pivotal ways CFOs achieve business success:

1. Redefine influence – beyond budget management

Successful CFOs are expanding their roles beyond traditional budget oversight to foster crossdepartmental collaboration. With a 30 % increase in such collaborations over the last 5 years, CFOs are pivotal in enhancing teamwork and dismantling operational silos, redefining their influence. operational efficiency. Despite 87 % of CFOs experiencing regular stress, those who adeptly merge technology into their finance operations report a 20 % higher satisfaction level in their roles, showcasing the significance of owning the techfinance fusion.

3. Balance the ledger of life

The pursuit of a work-life equilibrium remains a formidable challenge, with only 27 % of CFOs achieving a satisfactory balance despite 95 % feeling successful professionally. This highlights the ongoing struggle to find harmony between professional achievements and personal wellbeing, emphasising the need for financial leaders to balance the ledger of life effectively.

These findings underscore the essence of our report: in a world where change is the only constant, the CFOs who thrive are those who adapt, innovate, and lead with empathy and insight.

2. Own the tech-finance fusion PRESENTED BY

Embracing the integration of technology and finance is key to elevating decision-making and

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