Prior to the COVID-19 outbreak, many finance functions across a range of organisations and sectors were already undergoing transformation or evaluating their operating models.
This was largely in response to a broad and well-documented set of challenges and drivers, which included managing costs, delivering value, attracting and retaining talent, making efficient use of technology and automation, and complying with new regulations.
This report identifies five key drivers of change that will have a prominent impact on the way finance functions operate within a business over the next 3-5 years:
This report is based on a Robert Walters survey among 5,500 professionals and 2,200 global companies across 31 countries worldwide, as well as holding one-to-one interviews with CFOs and Heads of Finance to find out what factors will continue to drive change in the next few years.
The Robert Walters leadership insight series provides support and advice on the challenges affecting businesses during COVID-19.
Leveraging our network of experts and industry leaders, the series includes webinars, research and advice to support businesses and their leadership teams through the current climate.
The concept of work has undergone profound re-evaluation in recent years. During the pandemic, companies adapted to lockdowns and social distancing measures with a variety of virtual tools and flexible work arrangements. This has opened up the workforce to alternative work models – such as the 4-day
Read MoreDiscover the top 2024 talent trends that will be impacting the workforce in 2024. Use our e-guide to understand the upcoming trends and how you can adapt these changes to your business to ensure you are attracting, developing, and retaining the best talent in a competitive market. Whether it's adopt
Read MoreHow does effective recruitment and retention elevates environmental, social and governance performance? In this guide, we explore how environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues no longer sit on the sidelines of organisational strategy. They have become a core part of board and executive plans
Read MoreCome join our global team of creative thinkers, problem solvers and game changers. We offer accelerated career progression, a dynamic culture and expert training.