Best Workiva Podcasts (2024)

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FASB & EITF Meetings, Greenwashing, New Workiva ESG Reporting Tool 7:53

20d ago7:53

7:53

Your AM Now host Adam Olsen is back at it again, delivering critical accounting and finance stories to your eyes and ears, including: The 6/12 FASB meeting discussing its project on accounting for environmental credit programs (ECPs) as well as the Board’s agenda prioritization. FASB’s Emerging Issues Task Force (EITF) recent deliberations on the e…

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From Theory to Practice: Circular Business Models 31:22

3h ago31:22

31:22

Julia Binder, professor of sustainable innovation and business transformation at IMD Business School, and Manuel Braun, director of Systemiq and lecturer at the Technical University of Munich, join co-host Andie Wood to share how businesses can integrate circularity into existing frameworks, illustrated by successful, real-world case studies.…

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Avoid ERP regret & the 25% failure rate | On-Demand Webinar 30:19

1d ago30:19

30:19

On today's Accounting Matters episode, we have an on-demand webinar with 2 ERP specialists who have worked on a collective 21 related projects. They will guide you though the ERP assessment process and best practices along the way. You can watch the full video here: https://www.linkedin.com/events/avoiderpregret-the25-failurerat7207077293142265858/…

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Surfing the Waves of Change with a Chief Accounting Officer 18:02

3h ago18:02

18:02

We’re riding the waves of change with KeyBank Chief Accounting Officer Stacy Gilbert in this episode recorded outside the New York Stock Exchange. Stacy talks with us about finance transformation, generative AI, and how accounting leaders are in a position to lead their organizations through change. Hit that "subscribe" button to catch all of our u…

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SEC Cybersecurity Rules: One Year Later 36:28

1d ago36:28

36:28

Matt Kelly, editor and CEO of Radical Compliance, and Matthew Williams, ESG solutions lead at Clearview, join co-host Steve Soter to explore how cybersecurity and ESG intersect. Together, they discuss the challenges of assessing the importance of cybersecurity events, a year after the SEC introduced new rules on disclosing such incidents.…

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FASB Updates, AICPA Cheap Stock Guide, Int’l ESG Reporting News & More 7:16

2d ago7:16

7:16

Adam Olsen and Matt Fisser are here to dish all of the post-Fourth of July accounting & finance news you need to know, including: FASB’s plans to improve ASC 350-40, requiring an entity to use more judgment to determine when to recognize software costs Progress on FASB’s project for disaggregation of income statement expenses Sneak peek at the AICP…

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How Networking and Listening Add up in Accounting 25:34

7d ago25:34

25:34

Today Chris Pettit is the Vice President of Accounting at Keurig Dr. Pepper Inc., but he’s been an accounting leader for years. In this episode, recorded in front of the New York Stock Exchange, he shares how networking, trust, and listening have each played a role in his career—plus suggestions on all of the above. He also tells Off the Books co-h…

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Linking People, Purpose, and Profitability 20:15

9d ago20:15

20:15

Bhushan Sethi, partner in PwC’s Strategy& consulting business and adjunct professor at NYU Stern School of Business, returns to the show alongside best-selling author and keynote speaker Stan Phelps. Stan, Bhushan, and co-host Mandi McReynolds discuss the significance of trust and transparency in employee engagement and the relationship between wel…

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The Intersection of Tax and Sustainability 27:32

16d ago27:32

27:32

In this episode of ESG Talk, Brett Weaver, tax leader for the ESG Practice at KPMG US, joins Workiva’s Andie Wood to discuss everyone’s favorite topic. Together they explore how tax acts as both a driver and measure of sustainability, taking advantage of green tax incentives, and the different approaches to tax policy in the United States and Europ…

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Crunching Numbers, Crushing Goals: Career and Finance Transformation 22:51

22d ago22:51

22:51

The Hershey Co. North America Controller Jonathan Gregory is back to talk about the many flavors of transformation, from finance transformation to career growth and the evolution of technology. Hit that little “subscribe” button to watch all of our upcoming episodes from outside the NYSE.By finance transformaation, Jonathan Gregory, Steve Soter, Catherine Tsai, Mike Gravagno

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Navigating the ESG Reporting Landscape 24:39

28d ago24:39

24:39

In this episode of ESG Talk, host Mandi McReynolds reflects on her conversation with AT&T's Chief Sustainability Officer, Charlene Lake. They discuss the importance of achieving audit-ready ESG data and the crucial role technology plays in tracking and reporting emissions data.By Workiva

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On Leadership and the Changes Ahead in Accounting and Finance 17:46

29d ago17:46

17:46

Hit the "subscribe" button to watch all of our upcoming episodes from outside the New York Stock Exchange!By Shifra Kolsky, Catherine Tsai, Steve Soter, Mike Gravagno

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Delivering Progress on Carbon Neutrality 29:30

1M ago29:30

29:30

Laura Lane, chief corporate affairs and sustainability officer at UPS, joins Workiva’s Andie Wood to explore how one of the world’s largest package delivery companies is tackling emissions reduction. Listen in as they discuss the importance of leveraging data to drive down emissions, optimize investments, and achieve sustainability goals.…

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The History of Financial Reporting with Nick Mazing 11:05

1M ago11:05

11:05

From outside the New York Stock Exchange, Steve talks to Nick Mazing of AlphaSense about that special something that keeps capital markets going: transparent financial reporting. They get into IPOs, the evolution of financial reporting, and AI. Check out the full episode.By Nick Mazing, Steve Soter

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SEC on IFRS 19, More on BF Borgers, Int’l ESG Reporting Updates 6:29

1M ago6:29

6:29

Your trusty AM Now hosts Adam Olsen and Matt Fisser are at it again, bringing you the accounting and finance stories you need to know, including: The SEC’s statement on IFRS 19 reducing disclosures for certain subsidiaries and the impact on SEC filings, including any additional disclosures likely required. The SEC provided relief to BF Borgers clie…

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A Refreshing Take on Sustainable Agriculture 27:46

1M ago27:46

27:46

Jim Andrew, PepsiCo’s chief sustainability officer, joins Workiva’s Mandi McReynolds to discuss sustainable agriculture. Listen in as they explore forging trust and accountability in the supply chain, the concept of shared value, and the role of partnership in achieving ESG goals.By Workiva

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The Growing Demand for ESG Controllers 26:53

2M ago26:53

26:53

Tarynn Zenk, vice president of accounting and ESG controller at Mastercard, joins co-host Mandi McReynolds on the latest episode of ESG Talk to discuss the growing role of ESG controllers within companies. Discover how ESG controllers navigate the intersection of finance and sustainability, safeguarding the credibility of companies' ESG disclosures…

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The IPO Chronicles: Taking Duolingo Public 14:20

2M ago14:20

14:20

See what Nancy Golembiewski said when she was asked what she would do differently from her first initial public offering. Missed the first part of our chat with Nancy? Find it here!By Nancy Golembiewski, Steve Soter, Catherine Tsai

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The IPO Chronicles: Building from Scratch 18:56

2M ago18:56

18:56

Taking a company public is no small feat. Nancy Golembiewski had been through one initial public offering before she joined Duolingo as a controller to help with its IPO. Listen as she takes us back to her very first IPO. “Follow” us or subscribe so you don’t miss Part 2 of our chat with Nancy.By Andy Buck

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Merging Sustainability with Financial Performance 26:34

2M ago26:34

26:34

Garrett Quinn, group chief sustainability officer at Smurfit Kappa Group, one of the leading providers of paper-based packaging, and Robert Eccles, a leading authority on sustainability, join co-host Andie Wood on the latest ESG Talk episode. Listen in as they explore the intricacies of navigating sustainability and financial performance, achieving…

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Leadership in a New Era of Accounting and Sustainability 29:13

2M ago29:13

29:13

Shivaram Rajgopal, chair of the accounting division at Columbia Business School, and Gihan Hyde, founder and CEO of Communique, join co-host Mandi McReynolds on the latest episode of ESG Talk. Listen in as they discuss their advice for current and emerging leaders as well as how sustainability adds soul to accounting and could attract more people t…

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FTC & Non-Competes, FASB Update, BF Borgers, New ISSB Projects & More 8:41

2M ago8:41

8:41

AM Now hosts Adam Olsen and Nicole Harger are back in the saddle, delivering this week’s most important accounting and finance stories, including: The FTC’s recent ruling essentially banning the use of non-compete agreements in nearly all instances The FASB discussion on disaggregating income statement expenses, its ASC 606 post-implementation revi…

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Change is here: The new wave of accounting for crypto assets 26:45

2M ago26:45

26:45

Join us on Accounting Matters for a conversation about the intricacies of accounting for crypto assets under the latest guidance from the Financial Accounting Standards Board, ASU 2023-08. Connect with Embark on: LinkedIn Instagram Twitter Facebook YouTube Listen to Accounting Matters on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.…

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The Journey to Carbon-Free Data Centers 21:54

2M ago21:54

21:54

Eric Alam, CEO of RPD Energy, and Chris Pennington, director of energy and sustainability for Iron Mountain, join co-host Mandi McReynolds on ESG Talk to discuss the journey to carbon-free data centers. Listen in as they explore the surging electricity demands of modern data centers and the decisions that led Iron Mountain to pursue 24x7 carbon-fre…

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A Look at IFRS 18, the CSDDD’s Official, the PCC on ASC 350, and More 4:38

2M ago4:38

4:38

As always, your AM Now hosts Adam Olsen and Matt Fisser are here to deliver the recent accounting and finance stories you need to hear, including: A quick discussion on the hot-off-the-presses IFRS 18, Presentation and Disclosure of Financial Statements. The CSDDD was voted into adoption and will become law this year. Finally. A new guide from the …

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The Digitization of ESG Reporting 24:36

3M ago24:36

24:36

John Turner, CEO of XBRL International, and Wes Bricker, vice chair and trust solutions co-leader at PwC US, join Workiva’s Andie Wood to explore the impact of digitization on ESG reporting. Discover how XBRL taxonomies make it easier to share and analyze data and their role in corporate sustainability.…

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AM Now: New updates from the FASB, SEC, and European Council on the EPBD 7:07

3M ago7:07

7:07

Your trusty AM Now hosts Adam Olsen and Nicole Harger return with another batch of essential accounting and finance stories, including: Update on FASB’s discussion on accounting for government grants Another update from FASB, this time on ASC 815—Derivatives and Hedging FASB’s redeliberations on the Interim Reporting (Topic 270) ASU The SEC’s adopt…

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Meet the EU’s CSRD & ESRS, Part 1 (Re-release) 24:35

3M ago24:35

24:35

You’ve read the headlines. Perused the articles. Maybe even had a convo or two on the topic. But now it’s time to get to the ESRS nitty gritty with your trusted Accounting Matters embarkers. So get comfy with Nicole Harger, Adam Olsen, and Robby Sunberg for this first half of a two-fer on all things CSRD and ESRS. You, your sustainability reporting…

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Harnessing Climate Data for Transparency 30:40

3M ago30:40

30:40

In this episode of ESG Talk, Steve Manocchio, head of global financial compliance and risk management at Cisco, meets with Workiva’s Steve Soter to discuss incorporating climate data into financial disclosures and how assurance, technology, and community advance ESG initiatives.By Workiva

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AM Now: Updates on SEC Climate Disclosures, FASB 2024 ASUs, and more 8:48

3M ago8:48

8:48

Your AM Now hosts Adam Olsen and Nicole Harger are back again to deliver the recent accounting and finance stories you need to hear, including: Update on the legal proceedings surrounding the SEC’s climate-related disclosure rules FASB has issued the first two Accounting Standards Updates of 2024 FASB’s tentative decisions on its accounting for int…

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Ask a Former SEC Regional Director Anything 31:05

3M ago31:05

31:05

Steve and Catherine got to ask a former SEC regional director two big questions: Just how much should a CEO know about operations? What’s up with the SEC climate disclosure rule now that it’s stayed? David Peavler of Jones Day shares his perspective and blows their minds! Listen now.By Steve Soter, Catherine Tsai, David Peavler

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Audit Standards and Sustainability 23:56

3M ago23:56

23:56

Anthony Pugliese, president and CEO of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA), joins co-host Mandi McReynolds to discuss global internal audit standards and their impact on corporate governance, risk management, and ESG reporting. From enhancing collaboration among teams to leveraging technology for audit programs, tune in as they discuss how org…

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What Is NOCLAR? Breaking Down the PCAOB's Proposal 16:56

3M ago16:56

16:56

The Public Company Accounting Oversight Board’s NOCLAR proposal has caused quite a stir in the audit community. Matt Kelly, Editor and CEO of Radical Compliance, joins Steve and Catherine to share more about what the NOCLAR audit proposal is, why many audit firms are expressing concerns about it, and what audit committees are asking about it. Tune …

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Navigating Data Gaps 29:29

3M ago29:29

29:29

In this episode, we welcome back to the show Alex Edmans, professor of finance at London Business School and author of May Contain Lies, to discuss data gaps, including ESG metrics, with co-host Andie Wood. They delve into the complexities of data interpretation, the nuances of ESG reporting, and the importance of contextualizing data within a broa…

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Audit and Risk Prep for the SEC Climate Rule 19:12

3M ago19:12

19:12

Now that the SEC climate disclosure rule is final, Off the Books hosts Steve Soter and Catherine Tsai bring Matt Kelly of Radical Compliance back on the show to dive into what it means for internal audit and risk teams. Hear more from Matt on the SEC cybersecurity rule in this podcast episode Learn more about how audit and risk teams can prepare fo…

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Insights on ESG Ratings 23:17

4M ago23:17

23:17

Julian Kölbel, assistant professor at the University of St. Gallen and a research affiliate at the MIT Sloan School of Management, joins co-host Mandi McReynolds for a discussion on ESG rating agencies. Listen in as they delve into his research on sustainable investing with a focus on ESG ratings, the disagreement between different rating agencies,…

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Off the Books vs. All the Smartest Queen’s Horses in the Room 38:36

4M ago38:36

38:36

Off the Books takes on two movies up for our consideration as the best accounting movie of all time, and they’re both documentaries—Enron: The Smartest Guys in the Room and All the Queen’s Horses. Hear what Steve, Catherine, and Mike think of these two films. For a look back at all the movies in the running for best accounting movie, check out the …

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Driving ESG with Supply Chain Intelligence 21:07

4M ago21:07

21:07

Miguel Sossa, vice president and sustainability GTM lead for Capgemini Americas, joins co-host Andie Wood to discuss the role supply chains play within ESG. They explore the pragmatic approaches necessary to advance towards a more sustainable world, tackling the urgent need for sustainable supply chains, and the challenge that Scope 3 emissions pos…

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The Strategy of a Pre-IPO Accounting Leader 29:49

4M ago29:49

29:49

After working with global companies, Nick Gerostathos got into the venture capital and private equity game, helping companies on the road to going public. Today he’s the Chief Accounting Officer and Corporate Controller at Talkdesk. Catherine Tsai and Josh Gertsch ask him about challenges facing private companies.…

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Harnessing ESG Reporting for Progress 22:22

4M ago22:22

22:22

In this episode of ESG Talk, host Andie Wood looks back on a conversation with Nadja Picard, partner and global reporting leader at PwC Germany. The duo explores how ESG reporting can drive operational change, the advantages of interoperability in standards, and the pivotal roles of CEOs and CFOs in spearheading ESG initiatives.…

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Different Perspectives From Internal Audit Leaders 32:31

4M ago32:31

32:31

Tom Rams, Charles Silvey, and Waseem Samaan stopped by the Off the Books Studio at Amplify to talk about the state of global audit. The three internal audit leaders shared their thoughts on ESG, curiosity, gen AI, career advice, and so much more. Tune in!By Charles Silvey, Tom Rams, Waseem Samaan, Catherine Tsai, Mike Gravagno

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AM Now: SEC Climate Rules & Challengers, CTA/FinCEN, IFRS 3 Update, and more 9:18

4M ago9:18

9:18

Once again, your AM Now hosts Adam Olsen and Nicole Harger are here with the accounting and finance stories you don’t want to miss, including: The SEC adopted final climate disclosure rules after receiving 24,000 comments. The SEC's climate rule faces legal challenges from fracking companies and critics. FASAB proposes guidance for reporting seized…

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SEC Final Climate Disclosure Rule 51:37

4M ago51:37

51:37

In this episode of "Accounting Matters," we cover the unveiling of the SEC's long-awaited climate-related disclosure rule. Exploring its implications for businesses and investors alike, we dissect the significance of this regulatory milestone and its potential impact on financial reporting standards.…

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SEC Climate Rule: From Compliance to Opportunity 42:19

4M ago42:19

42:19

In this special crossover episode, ESG Talk and Off The Books dive into the long-awaited SEC climate disclosure rule. Jonathan Gregory of The Hershey Company and Alan Wilson of WilmerHale and hosts Steve Soter, Mandi McReynolds, and Andie Wood discuss what the new requirements mean for practitioners, investors, and the future of financial and ESG r…

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Making Sense of the SEC Rule on Climate-Related Disclosures 42:18

4M ago42:18

42:18

In light of the SEC's new climate-related disclosure rule, the ESG Talk and Off the Books podcast crews huddled to make sense of it all. In this episode, Steve Soter asks Mandi McReynolds, head of ESG at Workiva, and Andie Wood, Vice President of Regulatory Strategy at Workiva, for their thoughts. Then Jonathan Gregory, North America Controller at …

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The FASB shakes up segment reporting 33:56

4M ago33:56

33:56

In this episode, we explore the impact of a significant FASB update, ASU 2023-07, on segment reporting standards. This update responds to investor demands for clearer financial transparency, introducing stricter disclosure rules for public entities.By Embark

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Updates on SEC, IFRS, EU ESG Reporting & Profits Interest Awards ASU 8:45

4M ago8:45

8:45

As always, your AM Now hosts Adam Olsen and Nicole Harger are back with the week’s biggest accounting and finance stories, including: The 3/6 SEC meeting on the climate disclosure rules Recap of the recent IFRS Sustainability Symposium The provisional agreement to establish an EU carbon removals certification framework Anti-greenwashing laws recent…

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The Board’s Role in Driving Sustainability 37:03

4M ago37:03

37:03

Helle Bank Jorgensen, CEO of Competent Boards, and Paul Washington, executive director of The Conference Board ESG Center, join co-host Mandi McReynolds to discuss the pivotal role that boards play in advancing and achieving corporate sustainability objectives. Listen in as they discuss how boards prepare to meet today’s economic, environmental, an…

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Off the Books vs. Stranger Than Fiction 26:30

4M ago26:30

26:30

It’s another movie episode! Could Stranger Than Fiction, a quiet, metatextual Will Ferrell indie rom-com actually be the best accounting movie? Will Mike get too defensive about one of his favorite movies? Can a movie about writing a novel capture the life of an IRS auditor? Tune in!By Mike Gravagno, Catherine Tsai, Steve Soter

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A Pragmatic Approach to ESG 30:49

5M ago30:49

30:49

Alison Taylor, clinical associate professor at NYU Stern School of Business and author, joins co-host Mandi McReynolds to discuss the role of business in society, including stakeholder capitalism, employee engagement, and measuring impact with data and technology. Listen in as they explore how ESG fits within the bigger picture of driving societal …

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