Adam Zaki of CFO.com joins Blake and David to explore the trends reshaping the industry, from AI to the talent shortage. They dive into the murky waters of corporate financial controls and audit practices. They also examine what makes a truly effective CFO in today's dynamic business environment and why authenticity might be the most valuable trait in a leader's toolkit. Get an insider's perspective on the 150-hour CPA licensing requirement and hear ideas for reform that could revolutionize the profession.

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Chapters

(01:18) - AI Trends in Finance
(02:42) - Adoption and Challenges of AI
(09:34) - Talent Shortage in Finance
(13:33) - Gen Z in the Finance Profession
(20:36) - Real Consequences of The Breakdown of Financial Controls
(30:03) - AT&T is Bypassing Big 4 Recruitment & Blake's Career Path
(31:45) - Q&A Session Begins
(32:22) - Would You Trade Your Job for a CFO Role?
(33:23) - Work-Life Balance in Accounting
(35:10) - Other Ways We Can Attract Talent to The Accounting Profession
(39:21) - Challenges in the Accounting Profession
(50:06) - Mentorship and Leadership in Accounting
(57:22) - Closing Remarks and Future Guests

Show Notes

Follow Adam’s stories on CFO.com: https://www.cfo.com/editors/azaki/

75% of employees use AI at work: report | CFO

San Francisco 49ers, MLB Star Shohei Ohtani Wrestle With Poor Financial Controls

34% of KPMG tax, audit and advisory interns plan to stay 5 years at first job: report | CFO

Gen Z Pivots from Accounting, Pursues Creative Freedom and Entrepreneurship | CFO

No Gimmicks, Just Authenticity: How To Attract Gen-Z Talent | CFO

Peacocking, newskilling and digital detox: 9 new workplace trends CFOs must know | CFO

Senior Leaders Nearly Twice as Likely To Receive AI Resources as Junior Staff | CFO

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What CFOs Are Thinking: AI, Talent Crisis, Gen Z, and More

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What CFOs Are Thinking: AI, Talent Crisis, Gen Z, and More