Multi-Task Role of The CFO/Controller

Multi-Task Role of The CFO/Controller

Live Webinar

Webinar Date:  October 2, 2025
Webinar Time:  12:00 pm - 1:40 pm EDT   live
Guest Speaker:   David Osburn
Credit:   CPE 2.00, ATATX 1.50
Average Rating: 4.3 / 5

Webinar Details $199

  • Webinar Date: October 2, 2025
  • Webinar Time: 12:00 pm - 1:40 pm EDT   live
  • Webinar Length: 100 Minutes
  • Guest Speaker:   David Osburn
  • Topic:   Taxation and Accounting
  • Credit:   CPE 2.00, ATATX 1.50
All Access Membership

This webinar highlights the critical role of the CFO/Controller, focusing on the multi-tasking and multi-functional skills required to excel in today’s dynamic business environment. Attendees will explore how effective time management, negotiation skills, and personal planning can help financial leaders achieve personal “economies of scale” that increase efficiency and effectiveness in their roles.

In addition to core financial responsibilities, participants will gain insights into management strategies, banking and finance, business law, risk management, and human resource challenges. The program will also emphasize the importance of the CFO/Controller as an “internal” team trainer, responsible for strengthening organizational knowledge and performance. Real-life scenarios will be integrated throughout to bring these concepts to life and provide practical, applicable examples.

Your Benefits For Attending:
  • Understand how the CFO/Controller must function in a multi-task, multi-functional environment
  • Learn strategies to achieve personal “economies of scale” through time management, negotiation skills, and personal planning
  • Explore management techniques, banking & finance, business law, risk management, and human resource issues essential to the CFO/Controller role
  • Gain insights on serving as an effective “internal” team trainer to enhance team performance and organizational success
  • Apply real-life case scenarios that demonstrate practical applications of these skills and strategies

By attending this webinar, you will sharpen the leadership, management, and technical skills needed to thrive in a demanding financial leadership role, while also gaining actionable tools to improve both personal effectiveness and team performance.

Who Should Attend:
CPAs, CFOs/Controllers, department managers, and staff accountants responsible for managing teams and providing accounting, tax, or consulting services to businesses.

Level: Beginner/Intermediate
Format: Live webcast
Instructional Method: Group: Internet-based
NASBA Field of Study: Accounting
Program Prerequisites: None
Advance Preparation: None

  1. Introduction
  2. Objectives 00:02:41
  3. Multi-Tasking - Multi-Functional Approach 00:04:42
  4. Multi-Tasking - Multi-Functional Approach - Sound 00:07:19
  5. Multi-Tasking - Multi-Functional Approach - Roadblocks 00:09:51
  6. Multi-Tasking - What If Scenarios 00:14:18
  7. Multi-Tasking Applied 00:17:37
  8. Multi-Tasking Through Gaining “Personal” Economies of Scale 00:18:59
  9. Multi-Tasking Through Gaining “Personal” Economies of Scale Cont’d 00:19:31
  10. Exhibit #1: Time Wasters (Stealers) 00:20:33
  11. Exhibit #1: Time Wasters (Stealers) (Cont’d) 00:21:49
  12. Multi-Tasking Through Gaining “Personal” Economies of Scale Cont’d 00:26:19
  13. Multi-Tasking Through Gaining “Personal” Economies of Scale Cont’d 00:30:07
  14. Multi-Tasking Through Gaining “Personal” Economies of Scale Cont’d 00:32:14
  15. Multi-Tasking Through Gaining “Personal” Economies of Scale Cont’d 00:34:56
  16. Exhibit #2: Project Management Techniques 00:35:40
  17. Multi-Tasking - What If Scenarios 00:37:38
  18. Multi-Tasking Applied 00:40:17
  19. Multi-Tasking and Management Skills and Techniques 00:41:43
  20. Multi-Tasking and Management Skills and Techniques (Cont’d) 00:44:20
  21. Multi-Tasking - What If Scenarios 00:46:24
  22. Multi-Tasking Applied 00:50:05
  23. Multi-Tasking and Banking and Finance 00:52:01
  24. Multi-Tasking and Banking and Finance (Cont’d) 00:55:59
  25. Multi-Tasking and Banking and Finance (Cont’d) 00:58:27
  26. Multi-Tasking and Business Law - Components of a “Contract” 00:59:57
  27. Multi-Tasking and Business Law - Contract Negotiations 01:03:03
  28. Multi-Tasking and Risk Management 01:03:37
  29. Multi-Tasking - What If Scenarios 01:05:42
  30. Multi-Tasking Applied 01:10:12
  31. Multi-Tasking and Human Resource Issues - Personality Types 01:12:46
  32. Multi-Tasking and Human Resource Issues - Human Behavior 01:16:12
  33. Multi-Tasking and Human Resource Issues - Organizational Dynamics 01:20:15
  34. Multi-Tasking and Human Resource Issues - Group Dynamics 01:210:06
  35. Multi-Tasking - What If Scenarios 01:24:44
  36. Multi-Tasking Applied 01:28:09
  37. Multi-Tasking and the Role of the CFO/Controller as an “Internal” Team Trainer 01:30:26
  38. Multi-Tasking and the Role of the CFO/Controller as an “Internal” Team Trainer (Cont’d)  01:32:40
  39. Rules for Effective Multi-Tasking 01:34:12
  40. Presentation Closing 01:40:58
  • David L. Osburn, MBA

CPE Credit

Continuing Professional Education

Aurora Training Advantage is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.nasbaregistry.org.

For more information regarding administrative policies such as complaint and refund, and cancellation please contact our offices at 407-542-4317 or training@auroratrainingadvantage.com.

ATATX Credit

Aurora Training Advantage is offering continuing education points designed to recognize dedication to training and excellence in accounting.
  • Asset-Based Lending (ABL) 00:53:58
  • Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) 00:54:15
  • Bridge Loan 00:54:39
  • Cash flow (CF) 00:56:41, 01:11:58
  • Chief Financial Officer (CFO) 00:00:07, 00:01:40, 00:19:27, 00:45:31, 01:00:14, 01:03:57
  • Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) 00:54:26
  • Contract 01:00:38, 01:12:34
  • Controller 00:00:08, 00:01:42, 00:19:28, 00:45:31
  • Demand Deposit Account (DDA) 00:54:08
  • Family Medical Leave Act 01:03:09
  • Lender Liability 01:03:12
  • Multi-Tasking 00:02:50, 00:04:47, 00:35:07, 00:41:46, 00:46:21, 01:12:41
  • Project Management  00:35:47
  • Risk Management 01:03:43
  • Theory X 00:44:29
  • Theory Y 00:44:30
  • Theory Z 00:44:31
  • Zero Balance Account (ZBA) 00:59:11

Asset-Based Lending (ABL): Asset-based lending is the business of loaning money in an agreement that is secured by collateral. An asset-based loan or line of credit may be secured by inventory, accounts receivable, equipment, or other property owned by the borrower.

Bank Secrecy Act (BSA): The Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) is U.S. legislation aimed toward preventing criminals from using financial institutions to hide or launder money. The law requires financial institutions to provide documentation to regulators whenever their clients deal with suspicious cash transactions involving sums over $10,000.

Bridge Loan: A “bridge loan” is essentially a short term loan taken out by a borrower against their current property to finance the purchase of a new property. Also known as a swing loan, gap financing, or interim financing, a bridge loan is typically good for a six month period, but can extend up to 12 months.

Cash Flow (CF): The revenue or expense expected to be generated through business activities (sales, manufacturing, etc.) over a period of time.

Chief Financial Officer (CFO): The chief financial officer is the officer of a company that has primary responsibility for managing the company's finances, including financial planning, management of financial risks, record-keeping, and financial reporting. In some sectors, the CFO is also responsible for the analysis of data.

Community Reinvestment Act (CRA): The Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) is a law intended to encourage depository institutions to help meet the credit needs of the communities in which they operate, including low- and moderate-income (LMI) neighborhoods, consistent with safe and sound banking operations.

Contract: A written or spoken agreement, especially one concerning employment, sales, or tenancy, that is intended to be enforceable by law.

Controller: A controller is an individual who has responsibility for all accounting-related activities, including high-level accounting, managerial accounting, and finance activities, within a company. A financial controller typically reports to a firm's chief financial officer (CFO), although these two positions may be combined in smaller businesses. The duties of a controller include assisting with the preparation of the operating budgets, overseeing financial reporting, and performing essential duties relating to payroll.

Demand Deposit Account (DDA): A demand deposit account (DDA) consists of funds held in a bank account from which deposited funds can be withdrawn at any time, such as checking accounts. DDA accounts can pay interest on a deposit into the accounts but aren’t required. A DDA allows funds to be accessed anytime, while a term deposit account restricts access for a predetermined time.

FMLA - Family and Medical Leave Act: The Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 is a United States labor law requiring covered employers to provide employees with job-protected and unpaid leave for qualified medical and family reasons.

Lender Liability: Lender liability refers to a body of case law where a lender is found liable for losses sustained by a borrower or a third party that directly or indirectly flows from the lender's actions in connection with a loan.

Multi-Tasking: The performance of multiple tasks at one time

Project Management: is the application of processes, methods, skills, knowledge and experience to achieve specific project objectives according to the project acceptance criteria within agreed parameters.

Risk Management: is the process of identifying, understanding, and grading risks so they can be better managed and mitigated.

Theory X: Theory X assumes that employees are lazy, unmotivated, and will do anything to avoid working.

Theory Y : Theory Y assumes that employees are happy to work and will take on additional duties without being forced to.

Theory Z: Theory Z is a name for various theories of human motivation built on Douglas McGregor's Theory X and Theory Y. When Theory Z is applied, managers and other employees share responsibilities, management is participative, and employment is long term.

Zero Balance Account (ZBA): A zero balance account (ZBA) is pretty much exactly what it sounds like: a checking account in which a balance of zero is maintained. When funds are needed in the ZBA, the exact amount of money required is automatically transferred from a central or master account.


Customer Satisfaction Guarantee
Invest in your future with confidence! Our Customer Satisfaction Guarantee eliminates all risk, letting you focus purely on mastering new skills and advancing your career. If you're not completely satisfied, we'll ensure you are. Your satisfaction is not just a promise; it's our guarantee.

Speakers Performance Based On Past Webinar Survey Results

Average rating

4.3 / 5

This speaker has received a total of 113 survey responses. Attendees have given an average rating of 4.3 stars out of a possible 5, reflecting on the speakers performance on the following questions.

Overall, how satisfied were you with this presenter?
4.4 Stars
How closely did the presenter follow the schedule?
4.1 Stars

Reviews From Past Webinar Surveys

Our webinars are crafted to deliver exceptional value and insight to business professionals. To ensure we meet and exceed your expectations, we conduct thorough post live webinar surveys. Below, you'll find genuine feedback from attendees, sharing their thoughts on the speaker's performance. These reviews highlight our commitment to continuous improvement and excellence in providing top-tier educational experiences.

Michael D.
July 28, 2025
4.5 / 5
Satisfaction Rating:
4.0 Stars
Follow Schedule:
5.0 Stars
Do you have any other comments, questions or concerns?
David O. was very knowledgeable in the subject matter and presented it well.

Carmen Y.
July 28, 2025
5 / 5
Satisfaction Rating:
5.0 Stars
Follow Schedule:
5.0 Stars
Do you have any other comments, questions or concerns?
Great presenter with very well organized information!

Amanda B.
July 28, 2025
3 / 5
Satisfaction Rating:
4.0 Stars
Follow Schedule:
2.0 Stars
Do you have any other comments, questions or concerns?
no comment

Juliana L.
May 21, 2025
5 / 5
Satisfaction Rating:
5.0 Stars
Follow Schedule:
5.0 Stars
Do you have any other comments, questions or concerns?
no comment

Disa W.
May 21, 2025
4 / 5
Satisfaction Rating:
4.0 Stars
Follow Schedule:
4.0 Stars
Do you have any other comments, questions or concerns?
I would have preferred the handout be in excel format since he was asking us to write in numbers. My work is 95% electronic so it seems a bit old school to print the handout, write down information and then scan it back to my computer. Also, I think some time was wasted when he read off several numbers for us to record. I would suggest he provide those numbers and spend that time teaching.

Sheryl S.
May 21, 2025
5 / 5
Satisfaction Rating:
5.0 Stars
Follow Schedule:
5.0 Stars
Do you have any other comments, questions or concerns?
The training I have received so far from Aurora has all been very helpful.

Alexia L.
April 3, 2025
5 / 5
Satisfaction Rating:
5.0 Stars
Follow Schedule:
5.0 Stars
Do you have any other comments, questions or concerns?
This course didn't really cover the things I expected. I should have read the description more closely.

Sue C.
April 3, 2025
5 / 5
Satisfaction Rating:
5.0 Stars
Follow Schedule:
5.0 Stars
Do you have any other comments, questions or concerns?
.

Isabel V.
March 4, 2025
4.5 / 5
Satisfaction Rating:
4.0 Stars
Follow Schedule:
5.0 Stars
Do you have any other comments, questions or concerns?
Very informative

Heidy E.
March 4, 2025
5 / 5
Satisfaction Rating:
5.0 Stars
Follow Schedule:
5.0 Stars
Do you have any other comments, questions or concerns?
The presenter was very good. Well spoken, clear, and provided examples.
viewing 1 to 10 of 113