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A recent study by Intelligize, a firm specializing in SEC filings and compliance management, revealed a 40% increase in public companies that announced they would be late in filing their Form 10-K this year compared to 2023. CFO Brew cited a boom in SPACs and IPOs in 2021 and 2022, pressure from the PCAOB to increase the quality of internal controls and audit procedures, and a talent shortage as the primary reasons for this spike in tardiness. Here’s the good news for companies that are short-staffed and struggling to meet filing deadlines: Attolon Interim can help. We have the region’s largest and deepest database of more than 40,000 senior-level accounting and finance executives thanks to over 20 years of experience in search. If you have an immediate need for an accounting or finance leader, we can query our database at a moment’s notice, find and screen potential matches for your needs, and present qualified resource options for your evaluation in just a few days. We’ve seen all sorts of interim scenarios over the years for all types of companies – from private to public – and have helped resolve them every time. Give us a call at (215) 922-2940 or email us at info@attolon.com.

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A recent survey conducted by Personiv, an outsourcing company, revealed that 90% of CFOs in more than 20 industries are outsourcing at least some accounting functions. Additionally, 83% of respondents reported a talent shortage. Outsourcing is often cost-friendly and offers access to a global talent pool, but it’s not without some big challenges. Fears remain over quality control, data security, confidentiality, and communication. There’s no need to fear quality control, data security, or a talent shortage if you need an immediate resource at your company because Attolon's interim services can come to your rescue. We have the region’s largest and deepest database of more than 40,000 senior-level accounting and finance executives thanks to over 20 years of experience in search. We can query our database at a moment’s notice, find and screen potential matches for your needs, and present qualified resource options for your evaluation in just a few days. We’ve seen all sorts of interim scenarios over the years for all types of companies – from private to public – and have helped resolve them every time. Give us a call at (215) 922-2940 or email us at info@attolon.com.

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You’re the Head of Finance at a company that is about to be acquired by a larger entity and your Controller announces their retirement. You need a detail-oriented and hands-on resource immediately to work on the closing of the transaction. If this scenario sounds familiar, Attolon Consulting can come to the rescue. Attolon has the region’s largest and deepest database of more than 40,000 senior-level accounting and finance executives thanks to over 20 years of experience in search. We can query our database at a moment’s notice, find and screen potential matches for your needs, and present qualified resource options for your evaluation in just a few days. We’ve seen all types of emergency scenarios over the years and we’ve helped resolve them every time. Call Attolon at (215) 922-2940 or email us at info@attolon.com to learn more.

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Why do we network? How do we help others? Early in my career, J. Gregory Driscoll emphasized the value of networking, noting how it offers us insights, perspectives, and the wisdom from others’ successes and mistakes. Leveraging others’ experiences is crucial when facing challenges, and it’s rewarding to know our own experiences can help others in return. When we aim to assist others, we often ask, “How can I help you?” While well-intentioned, this open-ended question can be difficult to answer and might not yield the specific information needed. Recently, Chris Fazio from Attolon Partners suggested a more effective approach: “What keeps you up at night about your job, company, or career?” This question is more specific, making it easier to provide actionable help based on a clear understanding of the person’s concerns.

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According to JD Supra, interim CFOs, especially at private-equity-backed companies, need a skillset beyond financial expertise to help drive an investment performance. These skills include: -Strategic vision -Leadership and communication -Transformation Attolon Consulting specializes in providing interim resources with the skillsets above, thanks to the region’s largest and deepest database of more than 40,000 senior-level accounting and finance executives thanks to over 20 years of experience in search. We can query our database at a moment’s notice, find and screen potential matches for your needs, and present qualified resource options for your evaluation in just a few days. We’ve seen all sorts of interim scenarios over the years for all types of companies – from private to public – and have helped resolve them every time. Give us a call at (215) 922-2940 or email us at info@attolon.com.

Business leaders often emphasize that retaining customers is cheaper than acquiring new ones, and the same goes for employees. Hiring the right talent and investing in their development is far more valuable than constantly replacing staff. Attolon Partners can help you hire the right talent the first time, saving you from the hassle of dealing with mismatched hires. Read this article for more tips on finding and retaining the right people in your organization.