ODX06026: CPA to CFO: Essential Competencies for Finance Leaders
Description
The path from CPA to CFO has evolved dramatically in recent years, with only 43% of S&P 1000 CFOs holding CPA licenses in 2022, down from 55% a decade earlier. This comprehensive course, based on groundbreaking research from the Pennsylvania Institute of CPAs surveying over 320 CEOs and hiring executives, reveals what today’s leaders truly seek in CFO candidates and provides a roadmap for CPAs to secure their seat at the executive table. Participants will discover the five critical competencies that distinguish successful CFO candidates: forward-looking financial acumen that goes beyond traditional reporting, strategic leadership skills including critical thinking and strategy creation, the evolving role of emotional intelligence, industry-specific expertise requirements, and the balance between technical proficiency and visionary leadership. Through practical frameworks, real-world examples, and actionable strategies, attendees will learn how to transform their CPA foundation into a comprehensive skill set that meets the dynamic demands of modern CFO roles, whether in high-growth companies, nonprofits, or traditional corporations.
Objective
After attending this presentation, you will be able to... * Identify the top general competencies most valued by hiring executives for CFO positions * Recognize the shift from compliance-focused to forward-looking financial skills in CFO requirements * List specific sub-competencies that rank highest in the research findings * Compare traditional CPA skills with modern CFO competency requirements * Identify actionable steps from the report's recommendations for career development
Advanced Preparation
None
Required Knowledge
None
Who Should Attend
Senior managers, directors, controllers, VPs of finance, assistant controllers, finance managers, accounting managers, CPAs in industry, public accounting professionals considering corporate roles, financial analysts, treasury managers, FP&A professionals
Credit Types
- CPE – Accounting
- On Demand
Registration Fees
| Registration | Type | Price |
|---|---|---|
| ODX06026: Registration – Member | Mem | $65 |
| ODX06026: Registration – Non-Member | NM | $180 |
The North Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.nasbaregistry.org/.For information regarding refund, complaint, program cancellation or other policies, visit our Registration Policies page or call 800-469-1352.