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CFOs reap the benefits of BPM tools in efficiency, compliance
BPM tools can help CFOs reduce errors and enhance the accuracy of reporting and forecasting, experts say. Feature
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Coverage of CFO Rising East 2013
Starting Sunday: News and analysis from the 20th annual CFO Rising East conference in Orlando. guide
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Who's blocking the adoption of cloud financial accounting software?
Experts say that at some organizations, IT might play a bigger role in the slow adoption of cloud-based financial accounting software than finance. Feature
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Hindsight: The case of the faulty data quality process
The discovery of discrepancies in a telecom company's data led to a realization that more robust procedures for ensuring data quality were needed. Feature
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Financial reporting software guide
Financial reporting is critical to a company's success. Find out how software can help speed reporting cycles, increase compliance and reduce cost. guide
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Four tips for faster financial consolidation
Users and experts say that collaboration, automation and a defined schedule can cut back the days to close. Feature
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Panorama Consulting talks International Financial Reporting Standards and ERP
The International Financial Reporting Standards are coming. What does it really mean for U.S. companies? Feature
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Excel tips, tricks for financial accounting
Many businesses rely on Microsoft Excel spreadsheets to keep track of financial data. In this guide, get Excel best practices for using the application for financial accounting. Guide
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FAQ: What is the impact of Sarbanes-Oxley on IT operations?
This FAQ provides guidance to IT professionals on how Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) affects IT operations, including who it affects, what is required and what penalties are applied. FAQ
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Coverage of CFO Rising East 2013
CFO Rising East is CFO magazine's flagship event, and 2013 marks the conference's 20th year. Conference Coverage | 01 Mar 2013
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Mobile business applications are knocking at finance’s door
Smartphones and tablets help organizations’ employees see the same version of the performance picture. Will finance embrace these mobile solutions? News | 15 Feb 2013
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Financial management systems broken, but CFOs still not sold on SaaS
In a webinar, Workday executives discussed CFOs' top concerns with current financial management systems and how they are approaching replacements. News | 30 Jan 2013
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Eleven tips to help prepare your ERP systems for IFRS conversion
The eventual conversion of U.S. GAAP to IFRS requires preparation for changes to your ERP systems. Here are 11 tips to get you started. News | 16 Jan 2013
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XBRL tagging: What is it really good for?
In this Q&A, find out why one expert thinks XBRL has the potential to be more useful than finance executives give it credit for. News | 15 Jan 2013
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Is ERP ready for International Financial Reporting Standards?
Despite ERP support, experts are no longer sure U.S. firms will ever be required to meet IFRS rules. News | 10 Jan 2013
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Automating the financial reporting process offers streamlining, easier compliance
Automating the financial reporting process can save companies time and money while increasing compliance with U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) guidelines. News | 22 Mar 2012
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Want faster SAP financial reporting? Experts share how to get it
Experts share advice on how companies can make their SAP ERP Financials reporting more efficient. News | 10 Jan 2012
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Manufacturers face global patchwork of e-invoicing regulations
European countries mandate different digital signatures. Latin America requires government-issued invoice numbers before trucks can roll. Manufacturers are struggling to keep up. News | 23 Sep 2011
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Brokerage dumps Oracle E-Business Suite reporting for Excel
Business users at GFI Group were having a difficult time with the complexity of the Oracle E-Business Suite financial reporting tools, so the company went to an Excel-based tool called GL Wand. News | 31 Jan 2011
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Spend management software guide
Spend management is an essential tool for tracking expenses and reducing financial waste. In this guide, learn the basics of spend management and discover some of the ways it can help companies rein in spending. Tip
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Some benefit from Sarbanes-Oxley; others struggle with SOX compliance
SOX compliance requirements can lead to process improvements and data governance for larger firms, but smaller shops still struggle with Sarbanes-Oxley. Tip
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Adaptive Planning (AP)
Adaptive Planning is a cloud-based corporate performance management software (CPM) vendor headquartered in Mountain View, California. Definition
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performance and accountability reporting (PAR)
Performance and accountability reporting (PAR) is the process of compiling and documenting factors that quantify an institution's profitability, efficiency and adherence to budget, comparing actual results against original targets. Definition
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Basel III
Basel III is a set of standards and practices created to ensure that international banks maintain adequate capital to sustain themselves during periods of economic strain. Definition
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X9 (ASC X9)
ASC X9, Inc. (X9) is the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) organization responsible for the development of all financial services standards in the United States. Definition
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SWIFT FIN message
SWIFT FIN is a message type (MT) that transmits financial information from one financial institution to another. Definition
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statutory reporting
Statutory reporting is the mandatory submission of financial and non-financial information to a government agency. Definition
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ISO 20022
ISO 20022 is an ISO standard for developing financial services messages. Definition
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ISAE 3402
ISAE (International Standards for Assurance Engagements) 3402 is a global assurance standard for reporting on controls at service organizations. Definition
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GASB
GASB (Governmental Accounting Standards Board) is private not-for-profit organization that seeks to establish and improve the standards of accounting and financial reporting for U.S. state and local governments. Definition
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EDGAR
EDGAR (Electronic Data Gathering, Analysis, and Retrieval) is an online public database from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Definition
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Wal-Mart 'rightsizes' Sarbanes-Oxley plan for corporate governance
Corporations are still tuning Sarbanes-Oxley. In this podcast, Lyle Smith, director of SOX compliance at Wal-Mart, discusses how to "rightsize" the compliance bellwether. Podcast
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CFOs reap the benefits of BPM tools in efficiency, compliance
BPM tools can help CFOs reduce errors and enhance the accuracy of reporting and forecasting, experts say. Feature
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Coverage of CFO Rising East 2013
CFO Rising East is CFO magazine's flagship event, and 2013 marks the conference's 20th year. Conference Coverage
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Coverage of CFO Rising East 2013
Starting Sunday: News and analysis from the 20th annual CFO Rising East conference in Orlando. guide
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Who's blocking the adoption of cloud financial accounting software?
Experts say that at some organizations, IT might play a bigger role in the slow adoption of cloud-based financial accounting software than finance. Feature
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Hindsight: The case of the faulty data quality process
The discovery of discrepancies in a telecom company's data led to a realization that more robust procedures for ensuring data quality were needed. Feature
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Mobile business applications are knocking at finance’s door
Smartphones and tablets help organizations’ employees see the same version of the performance picture. Will finance embrace these mobile solutions? News
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Adaptive Planning (AP)
Adaptive Planning is a cloud-based corporate performance management software (CPM) vendor headquartered in Mountain View, California. Definition
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Financial reporting software guide
Financial reporting is critical to a company's success. Find out how software can help speed reporting cycles, increase compliance and reduce cost. guide
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Financial management systems broken, but CFOs still not sold on SaaS
In a webinar, Workday executives discussed CFOs' top concerns with current financial management systems and how they are approaching replacements. News
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Four tips for faster financial consolidation
Users and experts say that collaboration, automation and a defined schedule can cut back the days to close. Feature
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About Financial Reporting and Compliance
Implementing financial reporting software requires careful attention to regulatory compliance and reporting standards. In this section, learn how companies can use financial reporting software to create more accurate financial reports and statements. Find out how financial reporting software enables more efficient profit and loss analysis and read more about how systems handle GAAP financial reporting and international financial reporting standards (IRFS) reporting. Get tips for selecting the right financial reporting system for your organization.