by Controllers Council | Nov 24, 2020 | Accounting, Artificial Intelligence (AI)
With so many opportunities for improvement and so many places where leaders could focus their automation efforts, why are so many missing the mark? As we’ve discussed in our recent blogs and whitepaper, the role of AI and automation in the corporate finance world is...
by Controllers Council | Nov 23, 2020 | Accounting, Trends
Do you remember the “I’m a Mac” commercials of the late eighties? Released in the golden age of Apple advertising, the goal was simple: associate PC users with the “unpopular nerd” cliché, while representing Apple Mac users as young, creative, attractive,...
by Controllers Council | Nov 5, 2020 | Accounting, Professional Growth, Trends
Despite the pandemic, lockdowns, and recession environment, accountants have kept on with their livelihoods. Known as a career path with a weak talent pipeline and a skills gap, Accounting Today reports that the unemployment rate for accounting and finance positions...
by Controllers Council | Oct 26, 2020 | Accounting, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Events
As the finance and accounting world has evolved, so have the expectations of stakeholders both internal and external. Faster reports, better information, and deeper analysis all have been among the top priorities for the accounting and finance leader as we approach...
by Controllers Council | Oct 23, 2020 | Accounting, Professional Growth
Whether driven by technology, regulatory shifts, or business needs, many have been calling for changes to the accountancy profession. In this, aspiring and current accountants are going to need new skills built for the next era of business, and thought leaders are...
by Controllers Council | Oct 15, 2020 | Accounting, COVID-19
As we continue to deal with lockdowns, controllers still need to juggle a lot of plates. Money is tight, stress levels are high, and you’re probably trying to do all the work with fewer of employees around. But hopefully, things are getting back to normal in the next...
