CFO 4.0 Podcast

Welcome to CFO 4.0, where we explore the dynamic landscape of Financial Leadership in the era of Technology 4.0. I'm your host, Hannah Munro, Managing Director of itas, a pioneering Financial Transformation consultancy. In this podcast series, we unravel the intricate connection between cutting-edge technologies and the financial domain. It's more than just adopting tools; it's about cultivating the skills necessary to navigate and spearhead the transformative journey within Finance. CFO 4.0 embodies the archetype of the Financial Leader in the future — a fusion of strategic visionaries and tech-savvy innovators. As the CFO role swiftly evolves from a mere cost controller to a strategic influencer, each transition opens up novel possibilities. Tune in as we share valuable insights and guidance from inspirational CFOs and finance leaders every episode, empowering you to revolutionise your processes, people, and data

CFO 4.0 Podcast is a business podcast hosted by Hannah Munro, with 290 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Hannah Munro hosts CFO 4.0 Podcast, a business show with 290 episodes published.

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  Episode #289

  289. CFO Revisited | Top Tips on Finding and Getting your Perfect FD/CFO Role with Andrew MacAskill

  Sep 29, 202631 min

  In this episode of CFO 4.0 Revisited , Hannah Munro is joined by Andrew MacAskill , Founder of Executive Career Jump and a finance professional dedicated to helping senior leaders accelerate their careers. Together, they explore what organisations are really looking for in CFOs, how finance professionals can position themselves for new opportunities, and the practical steps finance leaders can take to future-proof their careers. In this episode, you'll discover: What organisations look for when hiring CFOs and finance leaders How to identify the right company and role for your skills, ambitions, and values Ways to stand out and get noticed during a job search Alternative career paths beyond traditional CFO and Finance Director roles Practical advice for future-proofing your finance career in a changing business environment Links mentioned in episode Follow Andrew on LinkedIn Learn more about Executive Career Jump Explore other CFO 4.0 Podcast episodes here . Subscribe to our Podcast!

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  Episode #288

  288. Strategic Investment: How CFOs Can Turn Vision into Results with Evan Campbell

  Sep 22, 202641 min

  In this episode of CFO 4.0, Hannah Munro speaks with Evan Campbell, author of Adapt to Win , about the often-overlooked gap between strategy and execution. From allocating resources effectively to prioritising the right initiatives and measuring success, Evan shares practical insights for finance leaders looking to maximise returns on strategic investments. The discussion explores how CFOs can create alignment across the business, improve decision-making, and drive lasting competitive advantage. Key topics include: Connecting strategy to investment decisions Portfolio management techniques for modern finance teams Avoiding common pitfalls in strategic execution Creating accountability across the organisation Making better decisions with limited resources Links mentioned in episode: Evan's Linkedin Evan's book Adapt to Win Learn more about Chinoock Ranch Consulting Explore other CFO 4.0 Podcast episodes here . Subscribe to our Podcast!

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  Episode #287

  287. The Fractional CFO Files: The Trusted Advisor with Adrian Message

  Sep 15, 202654 min

  In this episode of The Fractional CFO Files , Hannah Munro is joined by Adrian Message from The CFO Centre to explore what truly defines a successful fractional CFO. Drawing on years of experience supporting businesses through growth, change and uncertainty, Adrian shares why trust, adaptability and strong relationships often matter more than technical expertise alone. In this episode, you'll learn: How fractional CFOs adapt their approach to meet the unique needs of each business and build trusted relationships with founders and leadership teams. Why emotional intelligence, honesty and difficult conversations are often just as important as financial expertise. How CFOs can enable growth by moving beyond transactions and controls to focus on strategy, education and business improvement. Practical lessons from Adrian's career, including scaling businesses, navigating financial challenges and helping finance leaders create greater impact.

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  Episode #286

  286. The New CFO: What Does It Really Take to Step Up Into the CFO Role? with Nicola Horton

  Sep 8, 202635 min

  In this episode of CFO 4.0, host Hannah Munro is joined by Nicola Horton, Principal at the CFO Centre, to explore what it really takes to step up into the CFO seat and thrive once you're there Nicola draws on her own journey from financial controller to CFO, including leading a business turnaround in her first CFO role, as well as nine years spent coaching finance leaders through that same transition - sharing practical lessons on everything from building the right team to nurturing bank relationships that take years to earn trust. In this episode we cover: Why starting a CFO role at a new company can be easier than an internal promotion The most common gap when people step up: letting go of the detail and thinking strategically How to build trust with your bank long before you need their support Why "the right team" matters more than almost anything else How to bring a reluctant owner-manager or board on side with bigger decisions Nicola's advice for making the most of your first 100 days in a new CFO role Links mentioned: Nicola's Linkedin Learn more about The CFO centre

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  Episode #285

  285. CFO 4.0 Revisited: The essential mindsets you need to be successful in your new CFO role with Ash Noah

  Sep 1, 202639 min

  This week we're revisiting Hannah Munro's conversation with Ash Noah, VP & Managing Director of Learning, Education and Development at AICPA & CIMA, on the mindset shifts CFOs need to close the gap between what finance delivers and what the business actually needs. This episode covers: Why finance is hitting 90% on governance but only 40% on business guidance — and how to close that gap Building a value creation mindset by understanding your business model, not just costs and profits Why an analytics mindset and a "digital first" approach are now essential, not optional How agile methodology and design thinking help CFOs become better problem solvers Ash's top tips for the first 90 days in a new CFO role — and why you need to "kick the tires and smell the diesel" Links referenced in this episode: Ash's Linkedin Learn more about AICPA Explore other CFO 4.0 Podcast episodes here . Subscribe to our Podcast!

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