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CFO
Build, Buy or Partner? CFOs Write Their Own Transformation Playbook
January 07, 2025

Turning cost centers into growth engines is the name of the game for today’s CFOs. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter,...

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Apple’s CFO Transition Underscores Evolving Role of Back-Office Leadership
January 06, 2025

It is the first Monday of 2025, and at least one thing is already different: Apple’s finance function. The world’s largest company, with a $3.27 trillion market cap, has a new CFO. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...

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Real-Time Data, Real-Time Decisions: The CFO’s New Reality
January 01, 2025

In an increasingly unpredictable global economy, the roles of chief financial officers (CFOs) and treasurers have evolved beyond traditional bookkeeping and balance sheets. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no...

Payroll
Platforms and Providers Expand With Earned Wage Access Acquisitions and Buildouts
December 27, 2024

Earned wage access (EWA) is expanding platforms, including the eCommerce and ridesharing mainstays that rely on drivers for deliveries and trips, and the FinTech providers that offer enterprises new financial capabilities. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

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68% of CFOs See GenAI as Crucial for Financial Reporting
December 27, 2024

Generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) is gaining attention across industries, as 65% of firms say they are already using the technology. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required....

Accounts Payable
95% of Companies That Fully Automate AP See Healthier Finances
December 24, 2024

Many businesses rely on manual accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, which lead to slow, error-prone accounting that increases fraud risk. This can result in cash flow consequences, impacting both sides of the ledger. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

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Update: Middle-Market Execs Predict a Brighter 2025 Despite This Year’s Challenges
December 23, 2024

Uncertainty reshaped middle-market firms’ operations in 2024, and a consistent theme emerged this year: Firms leveraging analytics and targeted strategies saw improved resilience and profitability. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...

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5 Ways 2024 Kicked Off a New Era for CFOs and Treasury Pros
December 20, 2024

The year 2024 has been nothing short of transformative for CFOs and treasurers, reshaping their roles into a blend of strategy, technology and operational precision.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...

Accounts Payable
Supplier Integration: A Strategic Pillar for Working Capital Efficiency
December 19, 2024

There are two sides to any commercial transaction. Within B2B, buyers and suppliers find one another and agree on terms, funds flow, and accounts payable and receivable departments interact. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...