The Rise of AI Agents in Finance: Preparing Controllers for Autonomous Workflows
Artificial intelligence has moved far beyond static dashboards and basic reporting tools. A new generation of “agentic AI” systems is beginning to reshape how finance professionals manage reconciliation, reporting, and forecasting. Agentic AI refers to autonomous...
The Future of AP Automation is Now – Webinar Hightlights
Controllers Council recently held a discussion entitled, The Future of AP Automation is Now, presented by Transcepta. Panelists included Shan Haq, who is Chief Strategy Officer at Transcepta with 20 plus years of accounting and finance and automation experience....
What Controllers Need to Know About the One Big Beautiful Bill Act
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act became law on July 4, 2025. Its passage made sweeping changes to U.S. tax law, introducing numerous new deductions, credits, and compliance requirements directly relevant to corporate finance departments. Here’s a closer look at how...
Why It’s Time to Make ACH Your Default Payment Method
It’s quick, it’s easy and now it’s free Key Takeaways ACH (Automated Clearing House) payments offer faster, more secure, and cost-effective payment processing compared to traditional methods like checks and wires. Businesses can accelerate collections, reduce fees,...
CFO’s on the Move: August 2025
In an era defined by economic uncertainty and rapid transformation, the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) has become a key strategic partner in shaping business success. Beyond managing finances, today’s CFOs are driving growth, guiding investment strategies, and...
How to Fix AR: A Controller’s Briefing – Webcast Highlights
Controllers Council recently held a roundtable panel discussion entitled, How to Fix AR: A Controller’s Briefing, presented by Paystand. Panelists included Genevieve Hancock, CFO at Germfree, and Gregg D’eon, VP Controller at LTK commerce. Following are key takeaways...
The Role of Finance in Building an AI-Ready Data Infrastructure
Businesses in virtually every industry are exploring ways to integrate artificial intelligence into their day-to-day workflows. However, effectively implementing AI requires rock-solid data infrastructure. While this is traditionally viewed as an IT problem, the...
Finance-Led M&A Integration Planning
Mergers and acquisitions are among the most complex and high-stakes undertakings any organization will pursue. While executives tend to focus on deal valuation and strategic fit, the success or failure of an acquisition often hinges on what happens after the ink...
From Static to Rolling Forecasts: Designing a Continuous Planning Cycle
For decades, annual budgets have been the cornerstone of financial planning. This type of budget, once confirmed, sets the course for the year and guides spending. However, the traditional method often falls short, especially during times of economic uncertainty. A...
FinOps Principles for Collaborative Cloud Cost Management
Cloud computing has transformed the way businesses operate, offering scalability, flexibility, and faster deployment of digital initiatives. However, with these benefits comes a new set of financial challenges: If they are not actively managed, cloud services can...
How Controllers Can Support Growth – Webinar Highlights
Controllers Council recently held a roundtable panel discussion entitled, How Controllers Can Support Growth, presented by BILL. Panelists included Christine Gu, SVP Finance/CAO at Clarify Health Solutions, and Kimberly Hollinger, Controller at Wag! Group. Following...
Turning Finance Data Into Strategic Insights: Using Embedded Analytics for Cross-Functional Influence
Controllers have always been trusted guardians of financial integrity, ensuring accurate reporting, compliance, and strong internal controls. Yet the role of the controller has evolved even further. Today, finance leaders are no longer expected to simply produce...
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