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What if forecasting – why every business should be doing this
What if forecasting – why every business should be doing this Creating ‘what if’ scenarios in your budgeting can provide several benefits. Firstly, it allows you to anticipate and prepare for unexpected financial situations. By considering different scenarios you can develop plans and make adjustments to your budget in advance. This proactive approach can help…
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Your essential guide to ESG reporting
Your essential guide to ESG reporting Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reporting has emerged as a vital component of corporate operations on a global scale. In the UK, companies are now encountering increasing demands from regulators to divulge their ESG performance to stakeholders. Understanding the obligations around ESG reporting in the UK is essential for…
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Jedox 2024 London Roadshow
Jedox 2024 London Roadshow Kybos Diary of CFO is back in London at the Jedox London Roadshow 2024. We fire up the Aston Martin for a unique road-trip to discover the latest FP&A technology and the future of finance. We talk with Jack Clark from Jedox who explains about the latest innovations and next generation…
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CFOs need to know the best FP&A tool in the market
CFOs need to know the best FP&A tool in the market Stephen Hambling discusses why CFOs need to know the best Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) tool in the market and emphasises the importance for CFOs to prioritise visionary leadership in their strategic decision-making processes. “We believe Jedox stands out as the top tool in…
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My advice as a new CFO – 50 days in
Kybos CEO Stephen Hambling talks to new CFO Tom Siviter at Contract Energy Management (CEM) on Kybos Diary of a CFO about his career journey and landing his first CFO role. Recorded after just 50 days in the new role, Tom provide advice and insights anyone wanting to get to the top spot. CEM provides…
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5 questions CFOs should be able to answer
5 questions CFOs should be able to answer With the ever-evolving landscape of a CFO’s responsibilities, it’s easy to loose sight of the vital pillars of control essential for a business’s success. Are you still at the helm? Can you confidently tackle these 5 crucial questions? While the significance of these questions isn’t lost on…
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What makes a good CFO?
Kybos CEO Stephen Hambling talks to top CFO (Chief Financial Officer) readiness coach Andy Burrows from Supercharged Finance explains who explains what makes a good CFO. “It’s crucial to note that being a CFO isn’t solely about having the most technical expertise in the room. While technical skills are essential, they serve as the foundation.…
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Top 5 strategic priorities for CFOs
CFOs are experiencing mounting pressure to enhance productivity and drive forward transformation amidst a myriad of challenges. These challenges are instrumental in shaping how top CFOs will reinvent their roles to align with new organisational priorities and the ever-evolving landscape of autonomous finance. Action 1: Revitalise your finance transformation To ensure the success of digital…
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How to succeed as a new CFO – first 100 days
As a new CFO embarking on a new role, you may encounter a multitude of challenges and a steep learning curve. It can be overwhelming to prioritise tasks and determine what should be included in your plan for the first year. In this guide we identify key areas that will have the greatest impact on…
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Do I need a forecasting and budgeting tool?
Financial forecasting is what drives and impacts your growth is the intelligence which can put you ahead. Stephen Hambling talks about how organisations grow their ability to forecast and budget successfully becomes increasingly challenging. Sometimes organisations can believe the big ‘corporates’ are cutting edge when it comes to planning. The truth is, many are still…

