Summary

In this episode of Asking Good Questions, host Edward Roske interviews Anna Tiomina, 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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