In this episode, we explore what it takes to build resilient organisations in an era defined by disruption and uncertainty. Ross Archer is joined by Andrew Harding, Chief Executive of Management Accounting at AICPA & CIMA, and Dionne Corradine, Chief Strategy Officer at the City of London Corporation, to discuss how finance leaders can help their organisations not only survive but thrive in challenging times.

Andrew and Dionne share practical insights on:  • The evolving role of finance in driving organisational resilience • How to balance short-term survival with long-term growth • The importance of culture, leadership, and agility in uncertain environments • Lessons from past crises and how to prepare for future shocks • The power of finance business partnering and cross-functional collaboration

CONNECT Andrew on LinkedIn Dionne on LinkedIn Ross on LinkedIn

OTHER RESOURCES • Debut podcast episode: AI’s impact on private equity – Blog • Big data and AI: Challenges and opportunities in finance – The Reshaping Finance podcast – Blog  • AI for private equity and financial services industry – Podcast   • Big data and AI technologies: Fundamentals and Applications – Podcast  • Leveraging Non-Financial Data for Long-Term Value – Podcast  • Non-financial data drives long-term value: The Reshaping Finance podcast – Blog • Agile Finance: Mastering adaptive budgeting and planning – Podcast  • Future-ready with adaptive budgeting: The Reshaping Finance podcast – Blog  • Future-proof Finance: Partnering in a Shifting World – Podcast  • Co-creating solutions through business partnering – Blog • Future of Finance 2.0: Re-defining finance for a sustainable world – Report  • 4 shifts redefining how finance creates sustainable value –  Article    • Our contemporary issues in Management Accounting –  Page • Riding the Waves of Transformation –  Article   

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This is a podcast from AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. To enjoy more conversations from our global community of accounting and finance professionals, explore our network of free shows here.

In this episode of Reshaping Finance, we explore how finance business partnering is evolving to meet the demands of a rapidly changing world. Our expert guests from GSK and AICPA & CIMA share how finance leaders can move beyond traditional roles to become true co-pilots, driving strategy, enabling execution, and creating value through insight, influence, and impact.

GUEST SPEAKERS: • Richard Latchford, VP Finance & CFO, GSK US Biopharma • Ash Noah, Managing Director, CGMA Learning, AICPA & CIMA

CHAIR: • Barry Payne, Director, External Relations - Management Accounting, AICPA & CIMA

KEY INSIGHTS: • What does it really mean to be a co-pilot in finance and why is that mindset critical for the future? • How are leading CFOs structuring their teams to drive both accountability and agility? • What tools and skills finance professionals need to stay ahead? • What role will technology play in reshaping finance and how can you stay relevant as it evolves? • What’s the hidden gap between what finance delivers and what the business actually needs? • How do you measure the real value of finance business partnering and what are the red flags you're missing it?

Join us as we uncover how finance leaders can future-proof their planning processes and build more resilient, agile organisations.

CONNECT: Richard on LinkedIn Ash on LinkedIn Barry on LinkedIn

OTHER RESOURCES: • Debut podcast episode: AI’s impact on private equity – Blog • Big data and AI: Challenges and opportunities in finance —The Reshaping Finance podcast – Blog  • AI for private equity and financial services industry – Podcast   • Big data and AI technologies: Fundamentals and Applications – Podcast  • Future of Finance 2.0: Re-defining finance for a sustainable world – Report  • 4 shifts redefining how finance creates sustainable value –  Article    • Our contemporary issues in Management Accounting –  Page

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This is a podcast from AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. To enjoy more conversations from our global community of accounting and finance professionals, explore our network of free shows here.

In this episode of Reshaping Finance, we explore how adaptive budgeting and planning are transforming financial strategy in an era of constant change. Our expert guests from Oracle share how automation, AI, and real-time data are helping finance teams pivot faster, forecast more accurately, and drive better business performance.

GUEST SPEAKERS: • Eric Kinnoin, Senior Vice President of Finance, Oracle • David Bogard, Senior Director of Finance, Oracle

CHAIR: • Tom Hood, CPA/CITP, CGMA, EVP Business Engagement & Growth, AICPA&CIMA

KEY INSIGHTS: • Why traditional budgeting methods fall short in today’s volatile environment. • How adaptive planning enables real-time responsiveness to market shifts. • The role of automation and AI tools like IPM Insights and Fusion Anomaly Detection in streamlining forecasting and surfacing risks. • Practical examples of how Oracle is embedding machine learning into finance operations. • The importance of scenario modelling and dynamic planning to stay ahead of uncertainty.

Join us as we uncover how finance leaders can future-proof their planning processes and build more resilient, agile organisations.

CONNECT: Eric on LinkedIn David on LinkedIn Tom on LinkedIn

OTHER RESOURCES: • Debut podcast episode: AI’s impact on private equity – Blog • Big data and AI: Challenges and opportunities in finance —The Reshaping Finance podcast – Blog  • AI for private equity and financial services industry – Podcast   • Big data and AI technologies: Fundamentals and Applications – Podcast  • Future of Finance 2.0: Re-defining finance for a sustainable world – Report  • 4 shifts redefining how finance creates sustainable value –  Article    • Our contemporary issues in Management Accounting –  Page • Riding the Waves of Transformation –  Article   

Find out more about the Future of Finance.

Your feedback and comments welcomed at [email protected]

This is a podcast from AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. To enjoy more conversations from our global community of accounting and finance professionals, explore our network of free shows here.

In this episode of Reshaping Finance, we delve into the transformative power of non-financial data in driving long-term value and competitive advantage. Our expert panellists discuss how integrating non-financial metrics such as sustainability, employee satisfaction, and operational efficiency can reshape financial reporting and strategic decision-making.

GUEST SPEAKERS: • Hendrik Vollmer, Reader and Head of Group Accounting at Warwick Business School • Phillip Pearce, Head of Sustainability at ASTA Capital  • Zhongnan Xiang, Assistant Professor in Accounting at Warwick Business School

CHAIR:  • Martin Farrar, Associate Technical Director, Research & Development, AICPA&CIMA

Our guest speakers provide deep insights on: • The growing importance of non-financial data in business reporting. • How non-financial metrics can enhance strategic decision-making and drive sustainable growth. • The evolving role of finance professionals in integrating non-financial data. • Challenges and opportunities in implementing robust data governance frameworks. • Practical examples from various industries on leveraging non-financial data for competitive advantage.

Join us as we explore the intersection of finance and non-financial data, offering valuable perspectives on how businesses can adapt to the changing landscape and thrive in the long term.

CONNECT: Hendrik on LinkedIn Phillip on LinkedIn Zhongnan contact details Martin on LinkedIn

OTHER RESOURCES: • MSc Accounting and Sustainability - Warwick Business School – Course • Why nature matters to accountants – A Guide  • Debut podcast episode: AI’s impact on private equity – Blog • Big data and AI: Challenges and opportunities in finance —The Reshaping Finance podcast – Blog  • AI for private equity and financial services industry – Podcast   • Big data and AI technologies: Fundamentals and Applications – Podcast  • Future of Finance 2.0: Re-defining finance for a sustainable world – Report  • 4 shifts redefining how finance creates sustainable value –  Article    • Our contemporary issues in Management Accounting –  Page

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This is a podcast from AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. To enjoy more conversations from our global community of accounting and finance professionals, explore our network of free shows here.

This episode is a sneak peek into the applications of big data and AI in the industry, and how the two can be used concurrently to redefine success and create value for your organisation. It answers the question at the forefront of all our minds: What does the future hold for finance at the congruence of big data and AI?

GUEST SPEAKERS

Cathy Cobey, EY Global Responsible AI Co-Lead, Ernst & Young LLP Trevor Hughes, President and CEO, International Association of Privacy Professionals

Our guest speakers provide deep insights on:

• The various types of AI, including predictive, generative, and agentic AI, and their relevance to finance. • How AI can boost productivity, provide deeper insights, and augment current functions in finance. • The crucial role of finance professionals in AI governance, risk, and control. • Ensuring data privacy and security when working with large data sets. • Challenges and opportunities • The importance of strong data governance frameworks for successful AI implementation

CONNECT

Cathy on LinkedIn Trevor on LinkedIn Nancy on LinkedIn

AICPA&CIMA RESOURCES 

• Debut podcast episode: AI’s impact on private equity – Blog • AI for private equity and financial services industry – Podcast   • Future of Finance 2.0: Re-defining finance for a sustainable world – Report  • AI Insights, Ernst & Young LLP - Page • 4 shifts redefining how finance creates sustainable value –  Article  • The Digital Journey of Finance – Emerging Themes Report • The Race to Digital Adoption in Finance – Literature Review Briefing  • Data and Data Analytics in Finance – Literature Review Briefing • Technology in Finance – Literature Review Briefing  • AI or human decisions: which is best in predictive analytics? – Blog Post • Predictive analytics: Should there be a human in the loop – Report   • Our contemporary issues in Management Accounting – Page

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This is a podcast from AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. To enjoy more conversations from our global community of accounting and finance professionals, explore our network of free shows here.

For our first episode, we talk to Didem Un Ates, Founder and CEO of Lotus AI, former Head of Applied Strategy, Data & AI at Microsoft, and former Vice President AI Strategy and Innovation at Schneider Electric. We discuss the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on the private equity and financial services industries, and explore the current landscape, challenges, and opportunities presented by AI and generative AI.

Didem provides deep insights on: • Challenges in AI adoption within private equity and financial services • Key AI use cases for private equity and financial institutions • Strategies for enhancing value creation and operational efficiency with AI • The importance of responsible AI implementation and compliance • Future AI-driven innovations to watch for in finance

CONNECT Didem on LinkedIn Raluca on LinkedIn

AICPA&CIMA RESOURCES  • Future of Finance 2.0: Re-defining finance for a sustainable world – Report  • 4 shifts redefining how finance creates sustainable value – Article  • The Digital Journey of Finance – Emerging Themes Report  • The Race to Digital Adoption in Finance – Literature Review Briefing  • Data and Data Analytics in Finance – Literature Review Briefing • Technology in Finance – Literature Review Briefing  • AI or human decisions: which is best in predictive analytics? – Blog Post • Predictive analytics: Should there be a human in the loop – Report   • Our contemporary issues in Management Accounting – Page  

Find out more about the Future of Finance.

Your feedback and comments welcomed at [email protected]

This is a podcast from AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. To enjoy more conversations from our global community of accounting and finance professionals, explore our network of free shows here.

We are excited to tell you about our Reshaping Finance podcast.

There will be a new episode every month, starting on the second Tuesday of March. Join us for unique insights into the dynamic intersection of finance, technology, data, and sustainability. 

Discover the latest trends, best practices, and real-world applications of data, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, sustainability, and predictive analytics within the financial and accounting industries.

Find out more about the Future of Finance.

Your feedback and comments welcomed at [email protected]

This is a podcast from AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. To enjoy more conversations from our global community of accounting and finance professionals, explore our network of free shows here.