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The Evolution of the CFO: From Financial Steward to Strategic Visionary

Change is afoot, but that’s a good thing

Gone are the days when CFOs merely managed balance sheets and ensured fiscal discipline. Today’s CFO is a dynamic strategist at the heart of shaping business direction and fueling growth. Beyond budget oversight they are architects of financial resilience: securing resources for talent acquisition, technological advancements, supply chain stability and innovation.

5 Ways to Improve Your Accounts Receivable Debt Collection Process

When a business sells goods or services on credit, it expects to be paid eventually — but that “eventually” can sometimes take longer than it should. That’s where collections come in. In accounts receivable (AR), collections is the process of recovering outstanding payments from customers. Collections typically begin once an invoice goes past its due date and can range from a simple reminder email to more serious actions like involving a collections agency.

3 Takeaways About the Office of the CFO from Esker All Access 2025

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In April, the team at Esker welcomed nearly 500 customers, prospects, partners, sponsors and employees to Chicago for Esker All Access, our company conference held every 18 months. It was a dynamic two days of learning and relationship building — and as May and June unfold, we’re reflecting on and feeling grateful for our time together.

How CFOs can use AI to combat decision fatigue and focus on strategy

CFOs and Finance leaders make an extraordinary number of decisions every day — from budget allocations and risk assessments to headcount approvals and tech investments. And the pressure on these decision-makers is rising: 91% of Finance executives say they’re expected to make decisions “faster than ever before.”

But speed has its cost — and many leaders are feeling it.

Strong Synergies Drive Strategic Partnership Between AI For Business and Esker

Derby, UK — December 5, 2024 — Esker, the global authority in AI-powered business solutions for the Office of the CFO, today announced that AI for Business, the global AI implementer, has signed a referral partnership deal with Esker for both its Source-to-Pay and

Global Homewares Company Joseph Joseph Automates its Cash Application and Claims & Deductions Processes with Esker

Derby, UK — November 28, 2024 — Esker, the global authority in AI-powered business solutions for the Office of the CFO, today announced that Joseph Joseph, the international homewares manufacturer that specialises in contemporary kitchenware and homeware, has signed to use Esker Cash Application and Claims & Deductions.

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