Asking Good Questions with Edward Roske

Asking Good Questions with Edward Roske
Podcast Description
In this podcast, we explore the CFO's office's past, present, and future, examining how technology and AI are transforming finance. Join Edward Roske and referents as they discuss innovative ways to enhance the role, optimize processes, and shape the future of financial leadership. Designed for CFOs and finance leaders, each episode provides actionable insights into leveraging technology to drive growth, improve efficiency, and address challenges.With an engaging tone, the podcast simplifies complex concepts, covering topics like automating tasks, real-time data analysis, and strategic planning. Key themes include the shift from traditional finance methods to innovative, technology-driven processes and real-world examples like scenario modeling and automated reporting.The podcast also highlights future trends, such as generative AI for forecasting and advanced analytics for decision-making, promising to shape financial management. Edward Roske inspires listeners with practical advice and tools to embrace technology confidently. Tune in for strategies to thrive in the evolving financial landscape.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast covers a range of themes including the integration of AI in financial processes, automation, and strategic leadership. Episodes like 'From Data to Decisions' with Raef Lawson explore profitability analytics, while discussions with Sean Blitchok focus on the role of technology in finance. Key issues like adapting to economic changes, real-time data analysis, and lessons learned from industry giants frame the core conversation.

In this podcast, we explore the CFO’s office’s past, present, and future, examining how technology and AI are transforming finance. Join Edward Roske and referents as they discuss innovative ways to enhance the role, optimize processes, and shape the future of financial leadership.
Designed for CFOs and finance leaders, each episode provides actionable insights into leveraging technology to drive growth, improve efficiency, and address challenges.
With an engaging tone, the podcast simplifies complex concepts, covering topics like automating tasks, real-time data analysis, and strategic planning.
Key themes include the shift from traditional finance methods to innovative, technology-driven processes and real-world examples like scenario modeling and automated reporting.
The podcast also highlights future trends, such as generative AI for forecasting and advanced analytics for decision-making, promising to shape financial management. Edward Roske inspires listeners with practical advice and tools to embrace technology confidently.
Tune in for strategies to thrive in the evolving financial landscape.
Summary
In this episode of Asking Good Questions, host Edward Roske interviews Anna Tiamina, a finance executive and AI advisor, about her journey in finance and the integration of AI in financial operations. They discuss the evolving role of CFOs, the balance between risk and innovation in leadership, and the transformative impact of AI on financial processes. Anna emphasizes the need for finance professionals to adapt to new technologies and the potential for AI to enhance decision-making and operational efficiency.
Takeaways
Finance is essential for company growth and management.
CFOs play a crucial balancing role in leadership dynamics.
Different CEOs have varying risk profiles that affect decision-making.
AI is set to revolutionize financial operations and processes.
The future of finance will require more tailored analysis roles.
Manual tasks in finance will be replaced by AI technologies.
AI will create new roles focused on auditing and compliance.
Understanding financial statements is key for effective leadership.
AI can provide real-time insights for better decision-making.
The standards of financial operations will evolve with technology.
Sound Bites
”Cash is king.”
”AI will change the way we work.”
”Reconciling is not a ton of fun.”
Chapters
00:00 Bridging Finance and AI: An Introduction
03:07 The Role of CFO: Balancing Act in Leadership
05:48 Understanding CEO Risk Profiles
08:54 The Impact of AI on Financial Operations
12:08 AI: A Force Multiplier in Finance
14:57 The Future of Financial Roles in an AI World
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