Join Jeff as he sits down with Sean McGurk and Cyrus Patell, former audit division leaders at Grant Thornton and Crowe, to discuss how CFOs can partner with their auditors to access the valuable expertise they have and use this to benefit the CFO’s organisation.

This episode delves into the qualities that define successful CFOs, the evolving expectations of CFOs, and the critical role of trust and resilience in finance. Filled with practical insights, reflections, and more than a few laughs, this podcast is a must-listen for anyone interested in financial leadership.

This Episode:

01:22 Why Jeff Left Audit
02:14 Why Sean and Cyrus Left Audit
03:17 Characteristics of a Good CFO
05:57 Challenges in CFO Succession Planning
11:59 Evolving Role of the CFO
16:26 The Importance of Strategic Data Use
25:41 The CFO-Auditor Relationship
31:52 Ethics and Challenges in the Accounting Profession
42:25 The Role of AI in Auditing
43:50 The Shift Towards Live Data
46:39 The Importance of Non-Financial Metrics
51:57 Humorous Audit Stories

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