According to the U.S. Office of Management and Budget, a large company’s CFO typically oversees around 185 hours of work for quarterly reports and 2,300 hours for annual reports. Yet, financial reporting is just the tip of the iceberg.

Our brand-new market report, Beyond Numbers: New CFO Expectations for Shared Services explores how CFOs are stepping beyond traditional duties. Today’s finance leaders are not just number crunchers; they are pivotal in driving growth, optimising resources, and shaping long-term strategies. Finance teams are transforming into key business partners, offering insights on growth opportunities and resource optimisation while maintaining robust controls. Global trends—such as shifts in trade, increased scrutiny on sustainability, and advancements in technology like Gen AI—are revolutionising the finance function. Routine tasks are becoming automated, allowing CFOs to focus on strategic leadership and digital transformation and understanding how these changes are redefining your role as a finance leader is crucial for future success.

Download our latest report to explore how these trends will impact Shared Services & GBS:

• The Increasing Significance of CFOs as Strategic Business Advisors: Explore how finance leaders are leveraging Shared Services and GBS to drive growth and enhance decision-making
• The Evolving Responsibilities in Finance Leadership: Understand how resource management, business planning and operational efficiency are becoming shared priorities across finance functions
• The Revolution of Processes with Digital Transformation: Discover how innovations like Gen AI and automation are reshaping financial operations, allowing GBS and Shared Services teams to focus on higher-value, strategic contributions,
• Global Trends Impacting Shared Services: Learn how shifts in trade dynamics, sustainability priorities and regulatory scrutiny are redefining the role of finance leaders

Stay ahead of the curve. Download our report to understand how these forces are transforming Shared Services and GBS, enabling finance leaders to redefine their impact and lead with confidence in a rapidly changing landscape.