The three conversations every CFO should have before go-live
Go-live is frequently treated as the finish line of a transformation project. In reality, it is the beginning of a new operating model. A successful implementation depends not only on technology readiness but also on organisational readiness. Before any major finance platform enters production, three conversations deserve particular attention. The first concerns ownership. Once consultants […]
Why finance transformation projects slow down after initial enthusiasm
Most finance transformation projects begin with optimism. There is executive sponsorship, a compelling business case, and widespread recognition that existing processes are no longer sustainable. The initial phase often moves quickly because everyone agrees that change is necessary. The slowdown typically begins once implementation starts. At this stage, transformation stops being a technology discussion and […]
Why disaggregation could become the most demanding part of financial reporting
Finance functions have traditionally excelled at aggregation. Transactions become account balances, balances become trial balances, and trial balances become financial statements. The reporting process has largely focused on bringing information together. The direction of travel is now changing. Regulators, auditors, investors, and boards increasingly want visibility into what sits beneath reported numbers. They want context, […]
Ind AS 118 is not a reporting change. It is a finance operating model change
Ind AS 118 is often discussed as a reporting standard, but its real impact lies deeper within the finance function. Most commentary focuses on changes to financial statement presentation and management-defined performance measures. Those changes are important, yet they represent only the visible outcome of a broader shift. The standard is forcing organisations to examine […]
The Audit Readiness Index – Five questions every finance team should ask
Many organisations equate a clean audit with audit readiness. While the two are related, they are not identical. A clean audit reflects an outcome. Audit readiness reflects an ongoing capability. True audit readiness means the organisation can consistently explain, support, and trace financial information whenever required. It is less about surviving the annual audit and […]
Build, Buy or Patch? A CFO’s framework for finance technology decisions
When finance systems begin to strain under growing complexity, organisations often face three choices. They can build a solution internally, buy a specialised platform, or patch together existing tools. Each approach offers advantages, but each also introduces risks. Many technology decisions are driven primarily by cost. While cost matters, it rarely provides a complete picture. […]
