by Controllers Council | Dec 29, 2025 | Professional Growth, Top Recommendations
Controllers are navigating rapid change across technology, compliance, and leadership. To help finance leaders stay ahead, Controllers Council hosted many webcast panels in 2025. Here’s a look at the top 10 webcasts our community found most valuable, offering insights...
by Controllers Council | Nov 10, 2025 | Career Development, Controller Insights, Professional Growth
The controller is typically viewed as the natural successor to the CFO. However, aspiring CFOs who currently sit in the controller seat for their organizations can no longer assume that they are the top candidate. To position themselves as the obvious choice, they...
by Controllers Council | Jun 25, 2025 | Career Development, Leadership, Professional Growth
Several years ago, C-suite executives began to expect more from the chief financial officer. The CFO role transitioned from a financial expert to a true strategic partner. CFOs who successfully adapted to that role have also broadened their career prospects to include...
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...