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Chief Financial Officers (CFO)

CFO

Today’s CFOs are under more pressure than ever. Economic uncertainty, increased regulatory requirements, financial restatements and increased investor scrutiny have forced them into the spotlight. At the same time, they face continuous pressure to cut costs, grow revenue, and ensure controls. It’s no wonder that CFO turnover is on the rise and the role is under greater scrutiny, internally and externally.

One reason the CFO’s job is so fraught with challenge is because it is really four jobs in one. We call these distinct roles the “four faces” of the CFO. The first role is that of steward: preserving the assets of the organization by minimizing risk and getting the books right. The second is operator: conducting basic finance operations efficiently and effectively. The third is strategist: influencing the company’s overall direction. And fourth is that of catalyst: instilling a financial mindset to execution and risk-taking throughout the business. Here you will find insight into the challenges CFOs encounter in each of these four roles.

The CFO Program brings together a multidisciplinary team of Deloitte leaders and subject matter specialists to help CFOs stay ahead in the face of growing challenges and demands. The Program harnesses our organization’s broad capabilities to deliver forward thinking and fresh insights for every stage of a CFO’s career. Learn more about The CFO Program.

Explore our latest insights for CFOs below.

Featured insights

  • Q2 2013 Global Economic Outlook
    The global economic environment shows signs of improving, but in fits and starts. Still, the story appears to be getting better. This edition includes economic outlooks for the Eurozone, the United States, China, Japan, and India, as well as a topical article on deficits.
  • The Deloitte CFO Survey - 2013 Q1 results
    The economic expectations of CFOs in Switzerland improved significantly during the current quarter.
  • The Deloitte CFO Survey - 2012 Q4 results
    Swiss CFOs view the growth potential of foreign markets as an opportunity in 2013. In contrast to recent years, however, these are not only in Asia, but increasingly in the US.
  • The Deloitte CFO Survey - 2012 Q3 results
    The uncertainty among Swiss CFOs remains. Optimism and pessimism are fairly balanced. It is hard to predict which factors will prevail so the search for the right direction continues.
  • The Deloitte CFO Survey - 2012 Q2 results
    The results of the CFO Survey reflect ongoing global uncertainties. Growth in the United States is higher than in Europe, but will the US finally manage to revive its job market?

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  • Participate in the CFO Survey
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  • Global CFO Signals
    Results from recent global CFO surveys
  • Global Insights
    CFO Insights

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  • James Baird
    CFO Program Managing Partner
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