Accounting and finance

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Private equity change management: Turning post-acquisition disruption into scalable value Private equity change management is critical after a deal closes. Executive Director Angela Lurie explains how firms can turn post-acquisition disruption into scalable value by aligning talent, processes and leadership early in the integration process. ROBERT HALF 2026-03-11T11:53:00.000-07:00 Research and insights

Post-acquisition HR: The hidden lever for private equity value creation ROBERT HALF 2026-03-10T15:32:27.655Z Management tips

Unapologetically ambitious: 5 habits that can help women in finance move ahead Women in finance can move ahead with confidence. Learn five habits that can help women in finance advance their careers, boost visibility and negotiate compensation with purpose. ROBERT HALF 2026-03-03T16:22:00.000-08:00 Career development

Avoiding ‘too little, too late’: How finance leaders can support core teams through peak work periods Finance teams face intense pressure during peak reporting and audit cycles. Learn five practical strategies—from capacity planning to AI and contract talent—to reduce burnout risk and protect work quality. ROBERT HALF 2026-03-02T19:09:12.385Z Management tips

Maximizing cash flow management for SMBs: Strategy, optimization and flexible finance leadership Brandi Britton shares how SMBs can strengthen cash flow management through smarter forecasting, working capital optimization and flexible finance staffing models. ROBERT HALF 2026-02-26T00:18:18.378Z Management tips

How to build a finance talent model that supports transformation Learn how to build a finance talent model that supports transformation, closes skills gaps and enables ERP, AI and analytics modernization initiatives. ROBERT HALF 2026-02-25T19:54:50.888Z Management tips

Up at 5 a.m.: What it’s really like to be a CFO What does a CFO do? Beyond reporting and capital management, today’s CFO drives strategy, anticipates risk, leads AI-enabled finance, and makes high-stakes decisions that shape growth, stability and long-term performance. ROBERT HALF 2026-02-23T05:00:00.000-05:00 Career development