Description

Chief financial officers (CFOs) and financial controllers have a lot in common but also significant differences. Sometimes companies find it difficult to distinguish between whether they need a CFO or a Controller or even simply an accountant. Understanding the two roles can help you determine which direction is best for your company—and when it might be time to embrace both.

The CFO is a strategic, executive-level leader focused on long-term financial planning, investor relations, and overall financial strategy. The Controller manages the day-to-day accounting operations, financial reporting, and compliance. Essentially, the CFO sets the financial vision, while the Controller ensures the company’s financial house is in order.

In this course we look deep into the related roles and tasks of the CFO and Controller and discuss how a company can analyze which position will best meet their needs.