In a world that is forever changed, Finance leaders in manufacturing are facing many challenges including labor shortages, sustainability and inflation pressures, contributing to shrinking margins.
The need for a plan that protects the 3 “P”s Profits, People and Planet has never been more paramount. CEOs are expecting their CFOs to help deliver this plan.
This Roundtable presents a unique opportunity for a candid and fully interactive panel discussion on these issues. Join us to connect and network with other prominent leaders and CFO peers.

Kristina Kipper
Partner in Charge, Mid-Market
KPMG Australia
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James Burt
Director, Office of Finance ANZ
Oracle
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Sarah Hunter
Partner and Senior Economist
KPMG Australia
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Dale Khoury
Partner
KPMG Australia
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Cost Control or out of Control - What CFOs need to know
KEY DISCUSSION TOPICS:
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1. Economic Outlook: Manufacturing organisations in Australia are confronting unprecedented challenges. Learn what CFOs should be aware of to help them grow against these headwinds.
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2. The Agility Imperative: Learn how CFOs and their team can achieve a faster financial year-end close.
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3. Redefining Best: How effective CFOs are utilizing the latest technology to tackle disruption, visualise true cost and create resilient & sustainable supply chains.
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4. The Great Retention: How top CFOs are using technology to elevate and improve the employee experience.
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5. Where to Next: The Key steps that Finance leaders should be taking today to be future ready.
We hope you can join us to get insights on how CFOs are constantly re-evaluating their business to outpace change.
Agenda
Guest Arrival
QT Sydney
Opening Remarks
Kristina Kipper, Partner in Charge, Mid-Market, KPMG
Industry Outlook
Sarah Hunter, Partner and Senior Economist, KPMG
Panel Discussion | Moderated by Kristina Kipper, Partner in Charge, Mid-Market, KPMG
CFO Guest Speaker
James Burt, Director, Office of Finance, Oracle
Sarah Hunter, Partner and Senior Economist, KPMG
Audience Q&A | Moderated by Kristina Kipper, Partner in Charge, Mid-Market, KPMG
Closing Remarks
James Burt, Director, Office of Finance, Oracle
Event Conclusion
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