181 episodes

Welcome to CFO 4.0, where we explore the dynamic landscape of Financial Leadership in the era of Technology 4.0. I'm your host, Hannah Munro, Managing Director of itas, a pioneering Financial Transformation consultancy.
 
In this podcast series, we unravel the intricate connection between cutting-edge technologies and the financial domain. It's more than just adopting tools; it's about cultivating the skills necessary to navigate and spearhead the transformative journey within Finance. 
 
CFO 4.0 embodies the archetype of the Financial Leader in the future — a fusion of strategic visionaries and tech-savvy innovators. As the CFO role swiftly evolves from a mere cost controller to a strategic influencer, each transition opens up novel possibilities. Tune in as we share valuable insights and guidance from inspirational CFOs and finance leaders every episode, empowering you to revolutionise your processes, people, and data.
 
Seize the opportunities, propel your business and career forward, and lead with unwavering confidence. Join us in shaping the future of Finance — this is CFO 4.0, your guide to the Future of Finance.
 
We’d love for you to join our community, and if you like what you hear (which I’m sure you will 😉) it would be great if you rate and share. 

CFO 4.0 Hannah Munro

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Welcome to CFO 4.0, where we explore the dynamic landscape of Financial Leadership in the era of Technology 4.0. I'm your host, Hannah Munro, Managing Director of itas, a pioneering Financial Transformation consultancy.
 
In this podcast series, we unravel the intricate connection between cutting-edge technologies and the financial domain. It's more than just adopting tools; it's about cultivating the skills necessary to navigate and spearhead the transformative journey within Finance. 
 
CFO 4.0 embodies the archetype of the Financial Leader in the future — a fusion of strategic visionaries and tech-savvy innovators. As the CFO role swiftly evolves from a mere cost controller to a strategic influencer, each transition opens up novel possibilities. Tune in as we share valuable insights and guidance from inspirational CFOs and finance leaders every episode, empowering you to revolutionise your processes, people, and data.
 
Seize the opportunities, propel your business and career forward, and lead with unwavering confidence. Join us in shaping the future of Finance — this is CFO 4.0, your guide to the Future of Finance.
 
We’d love for you to join our community, and if you like what you hear (which I’m sure you will 😉) it would be great if you rate and share. 

    179.Blueprints for Transformation: Revamping Finance with Chris Lloyd-Mostyn

    179.Blueprints for Transformation: Revamping Finance with Chris Lloyd-Mostyn

    Send us your thoughtsJoin Hannah Munro as she interviews Chris Lloyd-Mostyn, Senior Business Partner, on his extensive experience driving financial transformation at BT Group. In this episode of CFO 4.0, Chris shares detailed insights into the complexities and strategic decisions involved in managing one of Europe's largest finance transformation projects. Key topics covered include:Understanding the initial state of BT's finance systems and the decision to undergo transformation.How the...

    • 49 min
    178. Financial Transformation Live: Navigating Process Improvement on the Maturity Scale

    178. Financial Transformation Live: Navigating Process Improvement on the Maturity Scale

    Send us your thoughtsIn this episode of Financial Transformation Live, Hannah Munro discusses the Process Improvement Maturity Scale. This session focuses on helping you understand and evaluate the maturity of your organisation's process development. Hannah takes you through various aspects of process improvement, offering insights and practical advice.Key topics covered:Overview of the Process Improvement Maturity Scale.Assessing process knowledge and measuring performance with KPIs.Defining...

    • 34 min
    177. Data-Driven Decisions: Insights from 'Winning with Data Science’ with Howard Friedman and Akshay Swaminathan

    177. Data-Driven Decisions: Insights from 'Winning with Data Science’ with Howard Friedman and Akshay Swaminathan

    Send us your thoughtsJoin Hannah Munro in this episode of CFO 4.0 as she delves into the power of data science with Howard Friedman and Akshay Swaminathan, authors of "Winning with Data Science." This episode is packed with expert insights on how CFOs and finance leaders can leverage data to make smarter decisions and drive their organisations forward. In this episode:Learn the essentials of data science and how it can influence decision-making processes in business.Howard and Akshay sha...

    • 49 min
    176. Navigating Global Expansions and Cultural Integrations in Finance with Ajit Kumar

    176. Navigating Global Expansions and Cultural Integrations in Finance with Ajit Kumar

    Send us your thoughtsJoin us in this episode of CFO 4.0 as Hannah Munro discusses with Ajit Kumar, VP of Finance at Signal AI, the intricate process of leading through major organisational changes, focusing on acquisitions and international expansion. Jump deep into the complexities of merging different cultures and systems, and the critical role of finance leadership in driving successful integration.In this episode, you'll discover:How Ajit’s international experiences shaped his professiona...

    • 43 min
    175. From Local to Global: Mastering US GAAP for International Success with Katrina Nacci

    175. From Local to Global: Mastering US GAAP for International Success with Katrina Nacci

    Send us your thoughtsJoin Hannah Munro as she dives into the complexities of US GAAP with cross-border accounting expert Katrina Nacci. This episode navigates the intricate world of international finance and expansion into the US markets. Here’s what we cover:Discover Katrina's journey from PwC in Boston to becoming a cross-border accounting adviser in Frankfurt.Insights into the major hurdles companies face when expanding into the USA detailed look at converting from UK or European GAAP to U...

    • 46 min
    174. Financial Transformation Live: The New Normal in Finance- Future-Proofing your Finance Team

    174. Financial Transformation Live: The New Normal in Finance- Future-Proofing your Finance Team

    Send us your thoughtsJoin us for the latest FTL episode on the CFO 4.0 Podcast, hosted by Hannah Munro, where we delve into the future-proofing of finance teams and explore the evolving landscape of financial operations. In this session, In the episode we discuss:Insights into how the finance function is adapting post-COVIDExamination of the rapid acceleration in technology adoption, particularly AI and cloud computing.Detailed discussions on how digital process are reshaping areas like accou...

    • 55 min

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