October 2015 - Strategic Finance

DON’T BE STUCK IN THE LAST CENTURY!

Decision makers want more predictive data instead of historical information. Have management accountants been slow to adapt to those needs?

The Crowdfunding Effect

Companies looking to take advantage of the SEC’s rules on crowdfunding will face a new set of challenges.

What’s Next for Corporate Reporting?

Former FASB Chairman Bob Herz is working with SASB to influence the next generation of corporate reporting.

Internal Reporting with XBRL Global Ledger

Create business reports in XBRL GL format to enhance reporting and decision-making capabilities.

EXCEL: WHAT’S NEW IN EXCEL 2016

The newest version of Excel contains several improvements.

Putting the Professional in Young Professional

IMA gives five Young Professional members a chance to experience what it’s like to be a member of the board.

SUSTAINABILITY REPORTING

Industry-specific metrics help companies integrate sustainability efforts into performance management systems and strategy.

A VISION FOR THE FUTURE

Identify, analyze, recommend, and implement the technologies that will bring your organization to the next level.

GO FOR THE GOLD!

It can be tough to stand out as a young accountant. These three tips can help.

TOO BIG TO JAIL?

Banks and finance companies receive large fines for unethical actions, but very few people go to jail for participating.

Siri’s Competition

The Intelligent Personal Assistant field is getting a little crowded with Google, Microsoft, Facebook, and Amazon joining Apple’s Siri.

Tools of the Trade: October 2015

Three new products from Apple, including two new iPhones, a very large iPad Pro, and an improved Apple TV.

Survey: Cybersecurity Threats

A recent IMA survey of senior finance professionals looks at their concerns regarding cybersecurity.

CMA EXAM QUESTION WRITERS NEEDED

ICMA® (Institute of Certified Management Accountants) is seeking subject matter experts to write questions for the CMA® (Certified Management Accountant) exam.

TAXES: KEEPING AN EYE ON LADY LUCK

Technology has made it easier to track gambling results. The IRS looks to take advantage of that with new rules.

Access: Fill Down

You can create a process similar to Excel’s Fill Handle to fill in incomplete data in a table.

What’s Your “It”?

Bridget Kaigler’s “It” was to earn a prestigious certification to stand out from her peers. What’s yours?

POWERBOATS VS. SAILBOATS: HOW DO YOU LEAD?

Powerboats require one driver, whereas sailboats require a team of sailors led by a captain. How you lead determines the wake you leave behind.

Books: Spice Up Your Meetings

Meetings don’t have to be boring. Follow these tips to better engage your audience.

NEWS: NEXT-GENERATION JOB CANDIDATES

Robert Half’s latest report, “Get Ready for Generation Z,” explores the next generation of job candidates, Generation Z, who are ...

SEC: PAY VS. PERFORMANCE

A proposed rule would require companies to provide a comparison of executive pay to total shareholder return.

GOVERNMENT NEWS: REDEFINING PENSION ADVICE

The Department of Labor’s proposal to redefine the term “fiduciary” is still creating controversy.