The role of hospital and health system CFO has changed in recent years. CFOs are now change agents within their organizations and are deeply embedded in the day-to-day operations of the business. Speaking on a panel called "The Evolving Role of the CFO" at the Becker's Hospital Review 8th Annual CEO…...
What To Look For In A CFO
When looking for a chief financial officer (CFO), there are a lot of factors to take into consideration. As a chief executive officer (CEO) of an outsourced accounting company that employs seven talented CFOs, I’ve learned what to look for in bringing on a CFO either part time or full…...
Lessons That Banks And Financial Institutions Need To Take From The Covid-19 Pandemic
Over the past few months, Banks and Financial Services Institutions (BFSIs)across the world have faced unprecedented challenges due to the onslaught of COVID-19. This experience has also been unparalleled in terms of learnings and accelerated the formulation and adoption of new ways of operating in the ‘new normal’. Looking forward,…...
Should You Become An Accountant?
The list of possible careers is an incredibly large one. To those trying to decide on a path for the rest of their life, it may seem to be an endless list. So many possibilities and a variety of specialties within each career path. There are many decisions to make…...
Five Tips for Business Success from Five International Women in Finance
What advice do the top women in finance have for those trying to make their way in the sector? Last year, I interviewed 50 accomplished women from around the world for my 2020 research paper “Top Tips for Business Success,” released on International Women’s Day, 8 March 2020. …...
Why You Don’t Need to Be an Accountant to Be a CFO
Directors of Hannon Armstrong Sustainable Infrastructure Capital Inc. congregated in the boardroom in late 2018. On the agenda: the ideal résumé of their next finance chief. They wanted to fill the impending vacancy with someone who had expertise in raising debt and equity—a priority for the Annapolis, Md.-based investment firm. The…...
How to find a pandemic-proof job during the coronavirus outbreak if you’ve been laid off or furloughed
For the millions of Americans who have lost work because of the coronavirus pandemic, finding a new job may not be an easy feat. The coronavirus pandemic has caused the U.S. economy to lose more than 20 million jobs, and some estimate that the unemployment rate in the country could actually…...
Tough interview questions: ‘What’s your greatest weakness?’
Editor's note: This article is one in a series on how to answer some of the toughest job interview questions. Read about how to answer the prompt, "Tell me about yourself" here. When you're trying to put your best foot forward in an interview, answering the dreaded question "What is your…...
AI Technology is a Requirement in new Finance Jobs
Recent studies show that the above requirements, for this set of skills, has increased exponentially over the last year. Financial institutions and Fintech start-ups are recruiting individuals who specialize in AI (Artificial Intelligence) technology, machine learning and data science This shows that the finance industry has set its…...
Top 6 Reasons Why You Should Consider A Career in Finance
The finance industry is an exciting global industry that is constantly advancing and expanding. There are so many reasons why you would want to join such an exciting and powerful job sector. Not only are the possibilities endless when it comes to career paths but for destinations too. Companies are expanding to new exciting areas of the…...
Why finance teams are integral to the customer experience
While finance professionals aren’t traditionally associated with the customer experience, in some organisations, such as insurance companies, they are playing a crucial role in this area. When you consider that the finance department tends to be the final step in the buying process, it becomes less surprising that they are…...
How To Get Recruited To Work in Finance
As uncomfortable as it might make you feel, money really does make the world go around. Our lives are often influenced by what happens within the financial world, whether directly or indirectly, so it’s not surprising so many graduates decide they want to be more involved by working within the…...
HOW AUTOMATION WILL IMPACT THE FUTURE OF FINANCE
To understand how critical automation is becoming to modern finance, take a look at the shift in what skills are highly valued for new hires. In a survey of CFOs*, three years ago 78% of CFOs said the most important skill was proficiency with Excel. Last year, only 5% of…...
Where Does The Future Of Blockchain Lie?
Blockchain, a vast, globally distributed ledger that can record anything of value and accessible on millions of devices, has made the headlines in recent years as the prominent technology revolutionising the finance industry. This has caused many to form the opinion that the use of blockchain technology is only the…...
From Wall Street to Y’All Street
For decades now, New York City and Boston have been the financial pillars of a booming US economy. In recent years, however, we’ve witnessed a fundamental change in this historical pattern as some of the nation’s biggest financial corporations relocate to less expensive locations in the South. With leading…...
Commercial Lender, Specialty Banking Franchise Lending -Dallas or Austin Texas
The Financial Services Recruiting team at ISC is seeking a Commercial Lender, Specialty Banking -Franchise Lending for a company that’s in the Dallas Ft Worth or Austin TX area. The company employs employees and professionals who are passionate about growth, innovation, and customer-driven solutions. Come join a collaborative and ever-evolving…...
