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 | Jun 12, 2024 | Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Controllers Council recently held a webcast discussion on Using AI to Control Costs and Drive Growth, sponsored by Brex. Brex is the AI-powered spend platform that provides corporate cards, banking, treasury, business accounts, and global payments, plus intuitive...