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The Role of Controllers in Strategic Workforce Planning

The Role of Controllers in Strategic Workforce Planning

by Controllers Council | Dec 16, 2024 | Controller Insights, HR/Talent

Strategic workforce planning is traditionally viewed as the domain of human resources departments. Not anymore, though. Modern organizations treat strategic workforce planning as an interdepartmental responsibility. This shift has prompted controllers to step into a...
Overcoming Challenges in Hiring and Retaining Finance Professionals

Overcoming Challenges in Hiring and Retaining Finance Professionals

by Controllers Council | Oct 15, 2024 | Corporate Finance, HR/Talent

The finance and accounting landscape is evolving at a rapid pace, but the supply of qualified professionals has struggled to keep up. According to the Controllers Council 2024 Corporate Finance & Accounting Talent Study, 69% of respondents find it difficult or...
The Growing Demand for Finance and Accounting Talent

The Growing Demand for Finance and Accounting Talent

by Controllers Council | Oct 2, 2024 | Accounting, Corporate Finance, HR/Talent

In recent years, the demand for skilled finance and accounting (F&A) professionals has been steadily climbing, and 2024 is poised to mark a continuation of that trend. According to the Controllers Council 2024 Corporate Finance & Accounting Talent Study, 32%...
The Role of Lifelong Learning in Corporate Finance Career Advancement

The Role of Lifelong Learning in Corporate Finance Career Advancement

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...
2024 Corporate Finance & Account Talent Study Results – Webcast Highlights

2024 Corporate Finance & Account Talent Study Results – Webcast Highlights

by Controllers Council | Jul 24, 2024 | Accounting, Corporate Finance, HR/Talent

Controllers Council recently held a webcast panel discussion on the 2024 Corporate Finance & Account Talent Study Results. Our expert panelists include Brandt Kucharski and Joy Mbanugo. Brandt is CAO at Ethos Life, and former CAO at Grubhub. Joy is CFO at...
Optimizing Your Accounting Department Structure: Key Tips and Real-World Examples

Optimizing Your Accounting Department Structure: Key Tips and Real-World Examples

by Controllers Council | Apr 22, 2024 | Accounting Operations, Corporate Finance, HR/Talent

The accounting department is experiencing a paradigm shift, and you must ensure your team can keep pace. To do that, you’ll need to equip your financial professionals with the skills, tools, and resources necessary to act decisively, be nimble, and operate with...
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