Talent Management
What to do when the CEO moves on
In times of transition, boards and staff look to CFOs for direction.
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Courtney Vien
Courtney Vien is a senior reporter for CFO Brew. She formerly served as editor in chief of the Journal of Accountancy and has experience reporting on practice management, personal financial planning, accounting education, and other accounting topics.
CFOville
A tech CFO’s next act: bringing AI to farmers
Kevan Krysler discusses his approach to leading finance at ag-tech startup Carbon Robotics.
Compliance
SEC names new director of enforcement
The move comes as the SEC switches its focus to misconduct that causes the greatest harm to investors.
CFOville
Docusign CFO lays out the company’s plans for a resurgence
“If you can make one hard decision every day, that’s super valuable,” Blake Grayson says.
Talent Management
CEOs say CFOs are the greatest threat to their jobs
Chief executives see CFOs as the C-suiters most likely to nudge them out of the top spot, BCG says.
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Treasury
Treasury plans staff cuts at office that analyzes financial system risks
Halved in 2025, the Office of Financial Research faces an additional 30% reduction in its workforce.
Compliance
SEC Chair Atkins calls for simplifying exec comp reporting
The timing and specifics are uncertain, but CFOs can still prepare.
Talent Management
The state of finance hiring & careers
Accounting and finance skillset needs are evolving rapidly. Finance leaders describe how the changes have altered hiring cycles, talent evaluation, and employee development.
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CFOville
Bringing SaaS to a wellness business
Wellhub CFO Bruno Annicq joined the company for the chance to make a big impact.
Accounting
IRS examines a tiny percentage of large partnership tax returns
Its work in the area is lacking, the Treasury inspector general says.