Thought Leadership | CFO & Audit Chair

Today's CFOs are evolving into cross-functional leaders, driven by the need for more data analysis and rapid scenario planning. According to a 2024 survey by Egon Zehnder, 82% of finance chiefs have taken on new responsibilities like mergers and acquisitions. Despite these changes, they still manage traditional financial processes, often requiring support to avoid being overwhelmed.

CFOs have seen their list of responsibilities grow over the past few years, says a recent Egon Zehnder global survey.

Egon Zehnder's 2024 CFO report found that while 82% of CFOs say their role has expanded in the past five years, only one-fifth report having a poor work-life balance.

According to a survey by Egon Zehnder, CFOs have seen their responsibilities increase by 82% in the past five years.

Here's what four CEOs have to say about transitioning from CFO to CEO.

Here's what four CEOs have to say about transitioning from CFO to CEO.

More than 80% of finance chiefs say their role has grown significantly in the past five years, according to survey findings published in March by leadership advisory firm Egon Zehnder.

Discover the intricacies of the CFO executive search process and the differences between search and succession planning.

An Egon Zehnder survey found that seven in 10 CFOs believe they are ready to transition to the CEO role, despite the new set of challenges it presents.

Women are making significant strides in the CFO role, with nearly 19% of CFO positions in Fortune 500 and S&P 500 companies held by women in 2023, compared to just 6.3% in 2004. Part of that increase may be due in part to the fact that 82% of CFOs have seen significant shifts in their responsibilities over the past five years, according to an Egon Zehnder survey.

It’s no secret that chief financial officer roles and responsibilities have shifted over the past 10 years – but how? Read on as we share more on these shifts.

Investors are looking to companies for profitable growth and sustainability above all – and with that comes the need for a strong CFO’s vision. Learn why.