KPMG CFO Institute

Our Institutes network aims to help Chief Financial Officers (CFOs) to develop and update their corporate finance function.

The CFO Institute articulates and brings to the local market some of the leading and best practices from around the world. It provides CFOs with a forum for discussion and networking.

Latest Insights

Female CFOs in Singapore

Although female graduates outnumber male graduates in business-related disciplines in many countries, women remain under-represented in senior management positions, including in the finance function. In Singapore, however, women seem to be holding increasingly important senior finance roles

KPMG Singapore CFO Study 2011-2012

Who are our CFOs? KPMG study of CEO experiences & competencies in Singapore 2011-2012

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) plays a critical role in helping his or her company deliver sustainable performance, and in helping to ensure high standards of corporate governance, financial reporting, disclosure and accountability.

From Keeping Score To Adding Value

Amid the prevailing volatile economic scenario, senior finance executives are preparing to build on the gains they made in efficiency & productivity during the depths of the recession, by utilising those skills to achieve future growth. The study highlights a renewed commitment among finance executives to improving the effectiveness of their finance groups, which, in turn, will ensure growth even under difficult business conditions.

Considerations When Building & Managing a Cloud Service

In this issue we share insights into:

Customer management and operations
Revenue recognition and accounting for costs of development, service setup and delivery, and commissions
Tax implications
IT controls, risks, and compliance

The importance of preserving cash in a downturn

The importance of preserving cash in a downturn combines the results of a survey of over 500 CFOs in the U.S., U.K. and Europe and a range of interviews with a number of leading organisations.

CEO/CFO Interview Series

How has the role of the CFO evolved in the past decade? Has it moved beyond financial control to more strategic responsibilities?

Hear the latest views from CEOs and CFOs in our interview series.

Issues & Insights

KPMG Seminar Series

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