Corporate Finance Explained | Corporate Treasury: Liquidity, Risk, and Capital Allocation
How does the treasury team impact corporate strategy? In this episode of Corporate Finance Explained, we break down the critical role of the corporate treasury function, including liquidity management, financial risk mitigation, and capital allocation.
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Member Spotlight | Judith Singh
In this episode of Member Spotlight on FinPod, UK-based finance professional Judith Singh, FCCA, CFM, FMVA, shares her inspiring path to success without a university degree. From passing all her ACCA exams by age 20 to mastering project accounting, budgeting, and financial modeling, Judith reveals how curiosity, resilience, and lifelong learning fueled her growth in the finance industry.This conversation is packed with practical insights for aspiring accountants, career changers, and hands-on finance professionals navigating nontraditional career paths. Judith explains how she leveraged certifications like FMVA, CFM, and BIDA to develop real-world skills and how she built confidence and communication strength by solving complex challenges early in her career.
Mastering Financial Storytelling for Strategic Influence in Corporate FinanceIn this episode of Corporate Finance Explained on FinPod, we explore one of the most critical yet overlooked skills in mid-career finance: financial storytelling. For professionals in FP&A, strategic finance, treasury, and corporate development, the ability to move beyond analysis and shape narratives that influence decisions is becoming essential for visibility and impact. This episode equips you with actionable strategies to communicate your insights clearly, drive better outcomes, and position yourself as a strategic partner within your organization.
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Corporate Finance Explained | Navigating High Interest Rate Environments
How High Interest Rates Are Reshaping Corporate Finance StrategyIn this episode of Corporate Finance Explained on FinPod, we explore how high interest rates are transforming the decisions corporate finance teams make every day, from capital budgeting to debt management and strategic planning. For FP&A professionals, finance leaders, and decision-makers navigating today's economic uncertainty, understanding these shifts is essential to staying proactive, strategic, and resilient.
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Member Spotlight | Funmilola Oriji
From Philosophy to Finance: Funmi Oriji’s Global Career JourneyIn this episode of Member Spotlight on FinPod, Funmi Oriji shares her inspiring path from aspiring doctor to McKinsey consultant and Amazon finance leader. With warmth, resilience, and deep insight, Funmi reflects on the pivots that shaped her career from counting cash in her grandmother’s textile shop to earning an MBA and thriving in corporate finance roles across continents.You’ll hear how she broke into KPMG without a finance degree, navigated international opportunities, and built a strategy-informed approach to FP&A and business partnering. Whether you're transitioning careers, aiming for a global role, or curious about the real skills behind financial leadership, this conversation offers practical guidance and inspiration.
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