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Finance leaders entering 2026 face expanding regulatory expectations and more intricate operational risks. A Controllers Council webinar highlighted that compliance now spans tax, data governance, AI‑driven processes, and industry‑specific rules. Panelists urged finance teams to shift from reactive checklists to embedded, system‑wide controls that ensure continuous audit readiness. They also stressed disciplined AI adoption, clear ownership, and structured risk management as foundations for scalable growth.
Controllers Council hosted a webinar, sponsored by AvidXchange, on building a data‑driven ROI case for accounts‑payable (AP) automation. Speakers highlighted the hidden costs of paper‑based AP, from lost invoices to error‑driven delays, and outlined six ROI categories such as labor...
In 2026 lease management is shifting from compliance‑only tools to strategic platforms that combine AI, automation, and deep integration across the CFO office. Vendors are delivering AI‑enhanced onboarding, multi‑standard reporting for IFRS 16, ASC 842 and FRS 102, and unified data flows linking...
Recent Nacha rule updates now require repeatable, provable verification of supplier bank accounts, shifting the focus from intent to defensibility. Controllers relying on email confirmations, phone callbacks, and ad‑hoc checks face heightened exposure as fraudsters employ AI‑generated communications. The webinar...
