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Financial Executives

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Funding transformation in today’s economic times

The Operate to Transform (O2T) methodology is a unique element of Deloitte’s cross-functional approach to Operate. It can empower clients to not only improve operational cost-efficiency through capabilities such as generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) but also become a mechanism to advance broader transformation initiatives. O2T can help free up resources, which can then be redeployed to build a stronger advantage against competitors. Participants will apply key insights to help effectively implement the O2T approach and harness its benefits.

Demystifying the SEC’s new climate disclosure rules

After much anticipation, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) will release on March 6 its final rule that requires public companies to include climate-related disclosures in their registration statements and annual reports.So what does this mean for SEC-registered companies? And what steps can they take to integrate the new rule into their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) strategy? Participants will identify opportunities to integrate the new SEC rule into their corporate sustainability strategies, and the importance of starting implementation activities early. 

Financial Reporting
March 21
12 p.m. ET
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Quarterly accounting roundup: Q1 2024 update on important developments

Do you know what issues the standard-setters, regulators, and stakeholders have been focused on lately? We’ve been monitoring their projects and hot topics. Participants will demonstrate a new understanding of these and other important accounting issues and developments for the quarter.

Financial Reporting
March 27
1 p.m. ET
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Cost takeout, tax, and strategies to offset higher interest expense

Changing debt markets and higher interest rates have likely eaten into
companies’ profits, emphasizing the need to focus on better working capital.
Cost, cash, and capital management, including tax optimizations, are now more important than ever. Participants will analyze how proactive organizations can better preserve profitability by leveraging their data to do more.

Dynamic finance: How practical AI affects the future of finance

Generative artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to transform finance in ways we never thought possible. Discover how smart organizations are harnessing opportunities that come with AI-enabled finance.Participants will discover the latest technologies and workforce strategies to leverage and prepare their finance function for an AI-enabled world.

Navigating the new FASB ASU: Deep dive into crypto assets & fair value

On December 13, 2023, the FASB issued ASU 2023-08, which addresses the accounting and disclosure requirements for certain crypto assets. The new guidance requires entities to measure certain crypto assets at fair value, with changes in fair value recorded in net income each reporting period. In addition, entities are required to provide supplemental disclosures about the holdings of certain crypto assets. Participants will have the opportunity to analyze the FASB’s new accounting guidance and learn about implementation considerations companies should be aware of as the new standard is adopted.

Financial Reporting
April 16
12 p.m. ET
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From rules to action: Implementing the SEC climate disclosure rule

The SEC’s climate disclosure rule has now been finalized. For those affected, this rule solidifies a dramatic shift in climate reporting requirements, and many companies now have another regulatory reporting ruleset to comply with. Are you ready to operationalize your sustainability reporting strategy to thrive in this new regulatory environment? Participants will identify practical next steps their organization can employ to move beyond reporting strategy and into operationalization.

Financial Reporting
April 24
12 p.m. ET
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Revisiting ESG ambitions: Building a reliable sustainability reporting model

Controllers are being asked to incorporate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) information under their external financial reporting discipline. However, there is tremendous complexity around the variety of data and how it is sourced, computed, and validated. Is it time for companies to reimagine the capabilities that support their strategic sustainability ambitions? Participants will identify ways to create new multifunctional data and reporting models that meet emerging regulations and offer a foundation for future global reporting requirements.

Generative AI and the fight for trust

Is your business equipped to harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) while safeguarding against risks? Many organizations are enhancing AI governance and conducting reviews to mitigate risks posed by AI, such as bias, hallucination, or toxicity. As focus intensifies on internal risks, it’s important to recognize the expanding threat landscape externally. Malicious actors may exploit generative AI, emphasizing the need for proactive measures to protect stakeholder trust. Participants will distinguish how to calibrate risk from AI internally and externally.

Quarterly accounting roundup: Q2 2024 update on important developments

Do you know what issues the standard-setters, regulators, and stakeholders have been focused on lately? We’ve been monitoring their projects and hot topics. Participants will demonstrate a new understanding of these and other important accounting issues and developments for the quarter.

Financial Reporting
June 26
1 p.m. ET
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