Instructor
Robert Berry
Instructor
Robert is a Certified Public Accountant who actually likes people more than he does numbers. With more than 20 years in the risk, audit, and compliance sector, he is an internationally recognized speaker, trainer, author and podcast host. His most recent book, Ask, Get, Perform: The Auditors Essential Guide to Asking Better Questions, Getting Better Answers, and Performing Better Audits, is changing the way auditors build relationships with clients.
The CFO Series provides a convenient, one-stop way for CFOs and those who aspire to be CFOs, to earn an entire year of CPE with a single decision. Each day consists of a subject matter expert leading discussions about four different topics. The CFO Series features high-quality presentations and an interactive, executive level colleague-to-colleague approach with case studies, group discussions, and team exercises.
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!
We are so busy that we sometimes fail to do the simple things as we should. We know that simple things are not always simple, and they may have a significant impact. We should not take certain topics for granted, e.g., ethics, governance, internal audit, and incentive compensation plans. We will review these four topics, concentrating on today’s best practices in governance, internal audit, and incentive plans. Learn from the numerous ethical mistakes made by others. Internal audit can be a profit center. What are best practices in governance? The cost of ‘not doing it right’ can be enormous, and we discuss proven tactics to help you and your colleagues do it right - the first time.
How to successfully design an incentive compensation plan that fits the needs of the organization
Develop strategies for enhancing accountability and transparency in financial management. Understand the critical role of leadership in fostering an ethical governance culture. Learn effective ways to engage with the Board and C-suite to drive governance excellence and stakeholder trust. Implement best practices for setting and upholding ethical standards in financial decision-making. Explore practical approaches to implementing corporate governance in smaller organizations.
Recognize the value that an effective Internal Audit function can deliver. Measure the impact of Internal Audit. Make the business case for Internal Audit to management.
Evaluate ethical dilemmas using established frameworks. Apply ethical decision-making models to real-world scenarios. Analyze consequences and stakeholders' perspectives in ethical conflicts. Demonstrate effective communication in resolving ethical challenges. Develop a personal ethical code to guide professional conduct.
Incentive Compensation Plans That Incentivize - Design Plans That Work!
1 Finance credit and 1 Business Management & Organization credit
Beyond the Boardroom: Corporate Governance Best Practices
2 Auditing credits
Developing a Great Internal Audit Department: The Process?
2 Auditing credits
Ethical Dilemmas: Navigating Blurred Lines: Ethical Decisions Making Made Easy
2 Behavioral credits
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 realizing more value from overall organization