Gensler: securities laws cover ‘vast majority’ of crypto tokens

The SEC’s Gary Gensler signaled he would cooperate with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission to the extent that “it needs greater authorities with which to oversee and regulate crypto non-security tokens.”

By Maura Webber Sadovi • Sept. 8, 2022

AT&T CFO says demand still ‘solid’ post price hike

Despite “reduced visibility” into economic trends going into next year due to the current macroeconomic environment, Desroches expects improved cash conversions in 2023.

By Elizabeth Flood • Sept. 8, 2022

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The promises and traps of generative AI, revamped modern finance teams and stark geopolitical risks are among the top forces CFOs are grappling with this year.

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FreshBooks taps PwC alum as new CFO

The cloud accounting software company appointed Wayne Jackson, who has 40 years of experience in the financial industry. 

By Elizabeth Flood • Sept. 7, 2022

Law firm Olgetree Deakins taps former Steptoe CFO

David Zimbrick will depart after two decades at Steptoe & Johnson in favor of  the CFO seat at Ogletree.

By Elizabeth Flood • Sept. 6, 2022

Bed Bath & Beyond swiftly names interim CFO

Laura Crossen’s appointment as interim CFO comes four days after the death of Gustavo Arnal, Bed Bath & Beyond’s finance chief since 2020.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • Sept. 6, 2022

Bed Bath & Beyond CFO falls from NYC tower, dies

Gustavo Arnal became Bed Bath & Beyond’s finance chief in 2020. The home goods retailer’s turnaround plans have been facing increasing headwinds.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • Sept. 5, 2022

Stock buyback tax could have broader impact: EY

The 1% excise tax on stock repurchases was part of the Inflation Reduction Act and comes as the brisk pace of share buybacks has downshifted.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • Sept. 2, 2022

Cybersecurity firm ExtraHop names new CFO

ExtraHop appointed Mike Parson as its new CFO, one of a series of new C-suite leaders named as the company seeks to scale up.

By Elizabeth Flood • Sept. 2, 2022

The modern challenges for CFOs

Mike Kelly of Ernst & Young (EY), talks talent retention, inflation, ESG reporting requirements and how these evolving issues are reshaping the top financial seat.

By Elizabeth Flood • Sept. 1, 2022

Deere & Co swaps CFOs following narrowed outlook

Joshua Jepsen will move from deputy financial officer to CFO for Deere & Company in the latest series of executive swaps from the farm equipment manufacturer.

By Grace Noto • Sept. 1, 2022

Why C-suites need to get more serious about harnessing tax technology

More than half of the C-suite executives surveyed said they’re not using their tax data to scenario-plan around policy changes or identify tax credits, a KPMG report found.

By Greg Engel • Sept. 1, 2022

FASB narrows cryptocurrency project scope, excludes NFTs

FASB has come around to recognizing the need for a better crypto accounting model as calls to safeguard investors against abuses rise.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • Aug. 31, 2022

UNFI, General Mills alum moves to Life Time Group CFO seat

UNFI and General Mills financial alum Robert Houghton moves to the CFO position for fitness and recreational sports center operator Life Time Group Holdings as the firm takes steps to recover from pandemic-induced losses.

By Grace Noto • Aug. 30, 2022

CFOs more worried about inflation than recession: Deloitte

Nearly three quarters of CFOs are more concerned about persistent inflation than a recession, Deloitte’s third-quarter survey found.

By Elizabeth Flood • Aug. 30, 2022

Earnings Roundup: Automakers confront clogged supply chains, recession fears

CFOs from GM, Rivian and Uber indicate positive trends for the second half of the year despite facing lingering supply chain challenges as recession looms.

By Grace Noto • Aug. 29, 2022

Guide: How to turn your tax function into a strategic profit centre

Many tax department heads and CFOs believe their organisations’ tax function needs to become more efficient and well-integrated.

Aug. 29, 2022

PCAOB, Chinese authorities reach deal as delisting threat looms

SEC Chair Gary Gensler cautioned that foreign issuers that want access to U.S. public capital markets must be on a level playing field with U.S. firms.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • Aug. 26, 2022

SEC adopts pay-versus-performance disclosure rules

The rule, revived from a 2015 proposal, requires companies to include a table tracking both executive compensation and financial performance indicators for a five-year period.

By Grace Noto • Aug. 26, 2022

Payoneer CFO battles e-commerce slowdown

Payoneer is counting on global growth and new services to offset what CFO Michael Levine called e-commerce “softness.”

By Caitlin Mullen • Aug. 26, 2022

Honor Technology taps Google alum as new CFO

As Honor Technology looks to grow, it tapped industry veteran Andrew Steinberg as its financial leader.

By Elizabeth Flood • Aug. 26, 2022

Flagging Dollar Tree snags Qurate CFO in latest executive swap

Departing Qurate Retail Group CFO Jeffrey A. Davis will move into the top financial seat for Dollar Tree as the discount retailer revamps its C-suite and board after cleaning executive house.

By Grace Noto • Aug. 25, 2022

UnitedHealth CFO named in amended class action

UnitedHealth CFO John Rex put the company’s business dealings with Wells Fargo ahead of ERISA obligations, the complaint alleges. 

By Elizabeth Flood • Aug. 25, 2022

Fitch sees ‘modest’ tax headwind from Inflation Reduction Act

Fitch’s assessment comes as CFOs, accountants and tax-preparers are just beginning to grapple with the Inflation Reduction Act’s tax implications.  

By Maura Webber Sadovi • Aug. 24, 2022

Earnings Roundup: Big oil CFOs brace for inflation, eye demand

Exxon and Chevron finance chiefs signaled on second quarter earnings calls that they are closely tracking demand as recession worries loom.  

By Grace Noto • Aug. 23, 2022

Credit Suisse appoints new CFO in executive shuffle

Credit Suisse has named a former Deutsche Bank exec as its new CFO as part of a series of executive changes at the top.

By Elizabeth Flood • Aug. 22, 2022