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ACCOUNTING & TAX

Free Cash Profiles: Consumer Products

Tepid demand is putting a choke hold on the cash flow of consumer products companies.

HUMAN CAPITAL & CAREERS

CFOs on the Move: Week Ending February 3

TJX, ATK, M.D.C. Holdings, Vitacost.com, P2 Energy Solutions, Hibbett Sports, Adaptive Computing, API Healthcare.

HUMAN CAPITAL & CAREERS

Facebook CFO: “Wicked Smart,” But No Ego

David Ebersman is perfectly suited for the maelstrom to come when the social-media giant's IPO hits the market.

BANKING & CAPITAL MARKETS

Facebook Faces Financial Risks

The finance department’s challenge will be to keep a lid on costs without stifling the company's growth.

ACCOUNTING & TAX

Why the Big Three Put Too Many Cars on the Lot

Ford, General Motors, and Chrysler used “absorption costing” to make themselves look more profitable, researchers say. But the practice can be costly, and other companies may want to think twice before they follow suit.

ACCOUNTING & TAX

FASB Change Could Trim Intangibles Tests

The standard-setter proposes simplifying compliance with an accounting rule in a way that could cut companies' valuation costs.

ACCOUNTING & TAX

Will Amazon Burn Through Its Cash?

The retailing giant’s operating expenses are growing faster than its revenues, crimping the company’s free-cash flow.

RISK & COMPLIANCE

SEC Advised to Dial Back "Facebook Rule" for Small Cos.

An SEC advisory committee recommends changing the 500-shareholder threshold for when private companies have to publicly share their financial information.

HUMAN CAPITAL & CAREERS

Health-Plan Rebates Could Come at a Cost

Insurers that don't use enough of their premium income to pay for employees' medical treatments will owe rebates to fully insured plans. But they may raise premiums to mitigate the hit.

ACCOUNTING & TAX

For Consumer Products Makers, Sales Growth Spurs Share Prices

In the face of lackluster consumer spending growth, consumer products companies created strong value for shareholders.

TECHNOLOGY

Who’s Out There?

CFOs can’t ignore social media. But what’s the ROI?

ACCOUNTING & TAX

Tax 2012: A Year to Prepare for 2013

Companies hoping for a cut in corporate tax rates will probably have to wait until next year. But now is the time to pay attention to the changes that are brewing, tax experts say.

RISK & COMPLIANCE

SEC Claws Back a CFO’s Bonus for Alleged Fraud at a Subsidiary

Clawbacks are becoming a more common mandate in SEC settlements. In the latest case, a finance chief will return $185,000 to his company.

ACCOUNTING & TAX

Scrutiny Seen for Skimpy Tax Disclosures

While many companies report the existence of tax-planning strategies, only a few describe what they are.

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TECHNOLOGY

Confessions of a Facebook Drop-Out

They say Facebook soon will be worth $100 billion. That's all well and good, but these days, it's not worth much to me.

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The True Meaning of Service

 

New technologies can transform service in the digital economy, but only if you transform your thinking first. Here's how to start.

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Financial Discipline as Foundation for Growth

The tactics that finance executives deployed during
the downturn may turn out to be even more useful in
the recovery.

January/February 2012

Who’s Out There?


CFO’s shouldn’t fear social media, and can’t ignore it. But what about the ROI?

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Eliminate your Income Statement Volatility with Hedge Accounting: Key Principles [by KPMG]

In the regular course of business operations, organizations are exposed to interest rate and foreign exchange risks that give rise to income volatility.

Equipment Leasing Reduces Many Business Risks

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Top 5 HR Compliance Concerns for Small Business

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