Why growing businesses benefit from a Fractional CFO, how outsourced CFO services improve cash flow and profitability, common mistakes to avoid, and when it's time to bring one on. What Is a Fractional CFO? An experienced financial executive who works with businesses on a part-time, project-based, or ongoing advisory basis. Unlike bookkeeping, which records what has already happened, or tax compliance, which reports it, a Fractional CFO focuses on the future of the business —

In today's volatile trade environment, tariffs have become a significant factor impacting mergers and acquisitions from an accounting and finance perspective. For professionals in these fields, understanding and adapting to tariff-induced changes is critical to preserving deal value and managing risks effectively.

The 2025 landscape for the Top 100 accounting firms demonstrates a robust yet evolving market presence for major players in the profession. While the overall growth rate for these firms slowed compared to prior years, with the billion-dollar cohort showing more temperate growth, smaller and mid-size firms still exhibited strong development, many with growth rates above 13-14%, and some even exceeding 100%. This pattern illustrates both resilience and diversity within the acco

In recent weeks, auditing giant PwC's decision to terminate operations in several smaller markets has raised eyebrows in the accounting and finance sectors. This move isn’t just about downsizing or cutting losses; it’s a strategic choice aimed at enhancing the firm's overall risk profile. So, what does this mean for the rest of the accounting profession, particularly for CPA firms?

In the world of marketing, January can be a tough month for Chief Marketing Officers (CMOs). They often find themselves handed a budget that doesn't quite meet their needs, leading to a year filled with compromises and disappointment. Many CMOs make resolutions to avoid this situation in the future, but these promises are often broken. To truly make a change, CMOs need to engage more effectively in the budget-setting process, and that means learning to speak the language of f