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Corporate Controller & CAO Hot Topics: The Finance Talent Crunch

The evolving talent landscape is creating opportunities and challenges for finance leaders as they try to develop the workforce of tomorrow.

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Finance's AI Makeover

How AI and GenAI are transforming the CFO role and finance.

Segment reporting highlights for technology companies

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KPMG Survey: AI Adoption Across US Finance Functions Reaches Highest Levels, with ROI Exceeding Expectations

The use of AI in the finance function has reached its highest levels yet, with 62% of US companies using AI to a moderate or large degree according to a new report released today by KPMG.

December 3, 2024

Corporate Controller & CAO Hot Topics: AI Adoption Spotlight

As AI adoption accelerates across all companies and industries, finance leaders are working to ensure their functions aren’t left behind.

2024 National Conference on the Securities Industry

Highlights from the 2024 SIFMA FMS and AICPA & CIMA National Conference on the Securities Industry event and impacts on broker-dealers.

The value of SOC reports in monitoring third-party risks

The proliferation of digital transformation and outsourcing increases the need for third-party assurance.

Disruption Decoded Webcast: Perspectives from private and newly public companies

Disruption Decoded: Perspectives on Growth, AI, and Reporting from Private and Newly public Companies

October 22, 2024

Corporate Controller & CAO Hot Topics: Economy & Sustainability Spotlight

Financial leaders are actively assessing their organizations’ readiness for both economic uncertainties and the challenges of ESG reporting.

AI in financial reporting and audit: Financial services industry

Explore US survey results on AI in financial reporting & audit, uncovering how this new era will impact the financial services industry.

What media dealmakers are watching

As TV consumption shifts further towards streaming, we expect opportunities will emerge for media dealmakers to capitalize on this market disruption.

2024 Private Company Disruptors Survey

Nearly 90% of leaders across US-based private companies and those who recently went public show strong optimism about their future growth prospects, according to the new study.

September 4, 2024

IPO market poised to return—prepare now to go public

Key considerations for companies on their path to IPO success

Ledger Check: How Finance Teams Can Transform Using AI

Discover how AI is transforming financial reporting and the benefits it offers in terms of talent development and operational efficiency.

Navigating the new realities of Pillar Two compliance

As new global tax regulations take effect, here’s a closer look at the emerging challenges – and the leading practices to address them.

KPMG Announces AI Integration into Global Smart Audit Platform, KPMG Clara

KPMG LLP announces the integration of generative AI into KPMG Clara, our global smart audit platform.

July 29, 2024

The bright side of fintech regulation: opportunity

What steps can fintechs take to embark on a journey towards maturity?

High energy expectations for renewables

New KPMG survey of US renewable energy executives finds industry momentum fueled by demand, innovation, and incentives.

Corporate Controller & CAO Hot Topics: Audit Committee Focus Areas

Audit committees face packed agendas and challenges as their responsibilities expand, with controllers and CAOs needing to educate their boards on priority topics and emerging concerns.

AI in financial reporting and audit: Navigating the new era

US survey results - Financial reporting leaders' AI expectations for their companies and external auditors.

Board oversight of GenAI

Key areas of focus and questions to ask as the board helps management prepare for the challenges and opportunities presented by GenAI.

Today's finance leaders: blazing the trail for GenAI transformation

Generative AI (GenAI) is transforming finance operating models. Learn how a robust governance framework can help manage risk.

IT controls and ICFR

The increasing importance of information technology controls in internal control over financial reporting

California Sets the Pace for Climate Regulations

How should companies prepare for the Golden State’s landmark new climate laws?

The Wild West of Renewables

Multiple factors pose challenges for monetizing energy tax credits.

March 13, 2024

Seven ways ESG reporting is already here

KPMG US leaders Maura Hodge and Sam Jeffery share seven factors in the U.S. and internationally driving ESG reporting and compliance today.

March 13, 2024

SEC cybersecurity disclosure rules

Cracking the code on materiality and reporting.

February 28, 2024

Corporate Controller & CAO Hot Topics: Operating Model Spotlight

Finance operating models continue to adapt to changes in technology, talent, and the overall business environment.

Accounting for film and TV content in the age of streaming

Corporate Controller & CAO Hot Topics: Cybersecurity Reporting Spotlight

Emerging regulations mean that bolstering a company’s cybersecurity capabilities is no longer an option, but a requirement.

Hot Topic: Artificial Intelligence in Financial Reporting

The capabilities of AI are continuing to garner interest and high expectations for the financial reporting function.

2023 National Conference on the Securities Industry

Highlights from the 2023 National Conference on the Securities Industry event and impacts on broker-dealers.

Unlocking AI Opportunities Starts with Instilling Trust in the Tech

AI technology comes with great promise and can be a major driver of innovation in the finance function.

Fintechs seek net income and setup for future growth

Fintech companies strike a balance between reducing expenses and pursuing growth.

AI and Financial Reporting Survey – what are companies doing and where do you stand?

An exclusive KPMG survey shows aspirations finance leaders have in approaching this transformative technology.

For Businesses, Decarbonization Unlocks Value Beyond Investment Dollars

The task of reducing emissions across the business and reporting on progress can be a momentous and costly undertaking.

Three Things to Know Before Transferring Energy Tax Credits

The IRA is rife with opportunities to earn credits for renewables projects. But generating, maximizing and selling those credits is no walk in the park.

November 7, 2023

Corporate Controller & CAO Hot Topics: AI Spotlight

With new technologies such as AI poised to transform the business landscape, a strong data and analytics foundation is a necessary part of the modern finance organization.

Navigating the SEC’s new cybersecurity disclosure rules

The SEC finalized its cybersecurity disclosure rules for public companies, and now the race to comply is on.

September 14, 2023

Banking and capital markets sector leans into ESG, bolstering leadership, investment and data management

Half of large banks have designated an ESG controller responsible for overseeing mandatory ESG-related disclosures, according to a KPMG U.S. peer benchmarking analysis.

August 23, 2023

Greenwashing, greenhushing and greenwishing

Don’t fall victim to these ESG reporting traps

June 21, 2023

Corporate Controller & CAO Hot Topics: Accounting for Economic Uncertainty

From SEC filings to impairment, disclosures, and even talent strategies, the current economic climate has created several challenges for financial executives.

Navigating Enhanced Cybersecurity Regulations

As regulatory requirements around cybersecurity increase and threats become more severe, it will be crucial to manage risks by ensuring governance is in place to protect sensitive information.

April 27, 2023

Top of mind technology, media, and telecommunications issues

What are industry executives talking about? Disruptive technology & generative AI, ESG, Talent & culture, and risk & regulatory challenges top the list.

Top of mind technology, media, and telecommunications issues

What are industry executives talking about? Disruptive technology & generative AI, ESG, Talent & culture, and risk & regulatory challenges top the list.

Good-Enough sustainability Data Won’t Cut It Anymore

Producing reliable and consistent sustainability information requires an enterprise-wide approach.

Who’s on first, what’s on second: How can companies score on ESG reporting?

KPMG Advisory, Audit and Tax leaders discuss ESG reporting, strategy and how to assemble a winning team.

March 22, 2023

Corporate Controller & CAO Hot Topics: Digital Transformation Spotlight

Transformation at many organizations is technology-focused, but controllers and CAOs are finding that much more needs to change.

How Is Your Company Protecting Against Vendor Risk?

As corporate outsourcing grows, so does the need for due diligence in the supply chain.

Understanding Systemic Risk in the Consumer Goods Industry

Consumer goods companies that understand how risks interconnect will have greater resilience, drive value and increase stakeholder trust.

January 26, 2023

Decarbonization and carbon credits

Friends or foes in the energy transition?

January 13, 2023

Taking a Byte Out of Cybercrime

KPMG U.S. leaders have identified three key cyber security considerations for technology company boards.

January 13, 2023

Navigating the ESG Environment

U.S. Highlights from KPMG’s 2022 Global Survey of Sustainability Reporting

Three Key Areas where Technology is Modernizing the Audit

Game-changing technologies are driving some of the most profound changes in the modern audit.

The Intersection of Technology and Quality in the Audit

There is little doubt that technology is transforming the audit, with tech solutions giving auditors more insight than they ever thought possible.

Don’t Go Halfway with Digital Transformation

Why controls and compliance matter.

From Compliance to Strategy: How Finance Can Lead the Way in ESG

Why it’s critical for financial professionals to embrace ESG reporting as a strategic imperative.

Corporate Controller & CAO Hot Topics: Talent Spotlight

Amid ongoing talk of a potential recession, may Controllers and Chief Accounting Officers are preparing for a potential economic slowdown by focusing in part on one major category: talent.