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The Leadership Skills Every Controller Needs to Become a CFO

The Leadership Skills Every Controller Needs to Become a CFO

by Controllers Council | Mar 25, 2025 | CFO Insights, Controller Insights, Corporate Finance, Leadership

Do you aspire to transition from a controller to a chief financial officer? Blazing a path to the pinnacle of the finance profession means embracing the role of a lifelong learner and proactively acquiring critical leadership skills. The skills you’ll need to become a...
CFO’s on the Move: January 2025

CFO’s on the Move: January 2025

by Controllers Council | Jan 29, 2025 | Career Development, CFOs on the Move, Leadership

In January 2025, many leaders made the bold decision to pivot their careers as Chief Financial Officers (CFOs), embracing fresh opportunities and new challenges across a variety of industries. As these leaders chart new paths, they are poised to drive transformative...
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...
Leading Through Change: How to Guide Your Team During Financial Transformation

Leading Through Change: How to Guide Your Team During Financial Transformation

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...
Leadership Beyond Numbers: Building Influence as a Controller

Leadership Beyond Numbers: Building Influence as a Controller

by Controllers Council | Jul 17, 2024 | Controller Insights, Leadership

The future of corporate finance leadership extends far beyond number crunching and relaying accounting data. CFOs and controllers can inform strategic decision-making and help their organizations thrive. However, they’ll need to build influence with the C-suite and...
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