CFO Series: Preparing for Trouble - 7 Tech & 1 [NT] - NEW! - Webcast

Overview

CFO Series - Day 4
Whether you are a seasoned executive or a staff professional, we all have seen the damage from a crisis and 'unexpected' trouble. Ignoring potential issues is inane in today's environment. Leaders prevent problems. We will discuss how to prepare for and deal with a crisis, proven strategies to detect scams, and how to thoroughly investigate fraud: There is a right way and a wrong way. Additionally, what is artificial intelligence, how will it change the finance function, and what new skills must we develop? Trouble is everywhere, it is best to plan in advance rather than attempt to not fall further behind. Those who are prepared are always more successful. Prepare with us!

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Each topic and each day stand on its own. If you are not sure about making a multi-day commitment, sign up for just a single day. We think you will come back for more!

Highlights

• Navigating the Storm: Crisis Management for Resilient Firms
• Proven Strategies for Effective Fraud Detection and Prevention
• CFO or Detective? A Guide to Conducting Effective Investigations
• Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning: Practical Applications for Finance

Prerequisites

• Participants are encouraged to familiarize themselves with basic fraud concepts.
• Preferably at least six (6) months of professional financial statement analysis experience.

Designed For

Corporate financial leaders, corporate financial managers, CEOs, CFOs, controllers, accountants, board members, advisors, and consultants; CPAs in public practice and CPAs in industry; business owners, entrepreneurs and professionals who are interested in enhancing their ability to manage in a crisis, enhance their fraud detection and prevention capabilities and remain current with artificial intelligence to be prepared for the changes today and in the future.

Objectives

• Identify potential threats and conduct rapid risk assessments. Develop a comprehensive crisis management plan tailored to your organization. Implement effective communication strategies during a crisis and before. Create a business continuity plan with essential recovery strategies. Lead your organization confidently through crises and make informed decisions under pressure.
• Identify key fraud indicators and red flags within organizational processes. Implement strategies to establish a strong anti-fraud culture. How are culture and fraud connected? Enhance awareness of fraud risks and prevention techniques. Learn the tools to evaluate and improve internal controls for proactive fraud management.
• Understand the proper process to conduct an internal investigation. What are some of the risks, legal issues, and pitfalls?
• Recognize and accept that AI and ML are important new technologies that will impact nearly every organization. Understand the risks, advantages, and the issues of deploying AI and ML. Better understand how to optimize the effectiveness of AI and ML.