by Controllers Council | Jan 28, 2025 | Corporate Finance, Professional Growth
As an experienced finance professional, you understand the importance of creating a detailed financial plan for your organization. However, you might not realize how important it is to apply the same meticulous approach to mapping out your personal development...
by Controllers Council | Jan 15, 2025 | Accounting, Accounting Education, Professional Growth
There’s an ongoing shortage of accountants. Fewer students are pursuing careers in accountancy, and fewer people are sitting for the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) exam. In 2021, 72,000 people took the CPA exam, whereas just 67,000 sat for the exam a year later in...
by Controllers Council | Sep 19, 2024 | Career Development, HR/Talent, Leadership, Professional Growth
The world of corporate finance constantly evolves. You’ve got to embrace the concept of lifelong learning if you want to maintain your place among the best finance professionals in the industry. There are numerous ways to sharpen your existing skills and learn new...
by Controllers Council | Aug 23, 2024 | Leadership, Professional Growth
Change is hard but often necessary. The question is, how do you effectively guide your staff through times of transformation while also ensuring they are supported? As is often the case, much of the responsibility falls on your capable shoulders. Your steady...
by Controllers Council | May 28, 2024 | CFO Insights, Controller Insights, Professional Growth
In the intricate world of corporate finance, the synergy between a controller and a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is pivotal. This relationship forms the backbone of a company’s financial health and strategic planning, underscoring the need for strong...
by Controllers Council | Jul 24, 2023 | Career Development, Corporate Finance, Economics/Economy, Professional Growth
Each year, the Association for Financial Professionals conducts a compensation survey that assesses finance and treasury professional earnings. The 2023 AFP Compensation Survey revealed that professionals in these verticals received a 5% increase in their 2022 base...
