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The Diary of a CFO

Wassia Kamon, CPA, CMA, MBA

Whether you’re part of a finance team, work closely with CFOs, or aspire to become a business executive, this podcast is for you. The Diary of a CFO takes you behind the scenes of modern finance leadership.Hosted by award‑winning CFO Wassia Kamon, each episode gives you practical insight into how today’s best finance leaders:Build high‑performing finance and FP&A teams.Partner with CEOs, boards, and capital providers (banks, PE/VC, and impact lenders).Navigate growth, regulation, and

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All Episodes

28:08

The #1 Mistake Keeping Controllers from Becoming CFOs

The Diary of a CFO ·

2025/06/19

Welcome to Season 2 of The Diary of a CFO. In this kickoff solo episode, Wassia Kamon shares behind-the-scenes highlights from Season 1, why some careers stall at the executive door, and what actually opens it.You’ll hear:The real reason technical skills alone won’t get you promotedThe 3-digit P.I.N. code to executive leadershipWhat separates great CFOs from the restWhy work-life harmony beats balanceWhat’s new in Season 2?🎥 Full-video episodes on YouTube🗞 A brand-new Substack called Off the

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34:02

What I Wish Finance Professionals Knew Sooner, with...

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2025/06/11

In this episode, Syed Nadeem shares the lessons he wishes more finance professionals learned early on. He talks about why certifications alone won’t get you promoted, and why your mindset, human skills, and personal brand matter just as much as your technical skills.Syed also shares how losing his job became a turning point. He built a global brand and started helping others grow in their careers. From business partnering to leadership, this episode is full of insights that can help you stay

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38:22

Solving Revenue Recognition Nightmares for SaaS...

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2025/06/05

If you’ve ever lost sleep over complex contracts, usage-based pricing, or revenue schedules that live in hundreds spreadsheet tabs, this episode is for you.I’m joined by Apurv Bansal, co-founder and CEO of Zenskar, to talk about how AI is helping SaaS companies automate billing and revenue recognition end-to-end. We unpack why legacy tools can’t keep up with modern pricing models, what finance teams really need from automation, and how to avoid the most common implementation mistakes.Special thanks

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32:02

Beyond Compliance: Kendra LaFleur on Becoming a...

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2025/05/29

Audit Director at FORVIS Mazars and board treasurer for Girls on the Run Georgia, Kendra LaFleur opens up about her journey from intern to partner, how she grew into strategic leadership, and how she navigates the evolving role of finance in mission-driven organizations.

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40:52

From Combat Zones to Corporate Finance: Stephen...

The Diary of a CFO ·

2025/05/22

Stephen McLain led 250 soldiers as an Army Commander. He built internal controls in Iraq to fight fraud and misuse of funds. And, he defended military budgets in front of NATO.Now, he helps corporate finance and accounting teams fix problems with their internal processes, financial modeling, and strategy development.In this episode, he shares what finance professionals can learn from leading in high-stakes environments. We talk about strategic thinking, transitioning from military to corporate

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37:51

Why Treasury is More Than Managing Cash, with Matthew...

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2025/05/15

Treasury often works behind the scenes, but Matthew Harlan shows why it should be a key player at the table. We cover what treasury leaders bring to IPO readiness, how to rethink working capital, and how finance teams can collaborate better across functions.

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31:28

Leading Finance with Curiosity and Cultural...

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2025/05/08

Jenny Fuss has led finance teams in Germany, China, and the United States. Each move meant learning a new way of working. In this episode, she shares how working and living in three different countries shaped her leadership style and helped her lead major transformations with clarity and confidence.

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40:24

From School Teacher to CFO: Tamica Williams on Grit...

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2025/05/01

Tamica Williams went from relying on food pantries as a kid to leading the largest food bank in Georgia as CFO. She shares how she made the jump from teaching to accounting, built her career and why leadership is about showing up 100% no matter where you start.

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36:12

Secrets of Rockstar CFOs: Jack McCullough on...

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2025/04/23

Jack McCullough has spent decades in the CFO seat, but his biggest impact may be what he’s done for the next generation of CFOs.He’s the founder of the CFO Leadership Council, a global community of over 2,500 senior finance leaders, and the author of three books including Secrets of Rockstar CFOs and MBA for Lunch.In this conversation, Jack opens up about:What companies really look for in a CFO,Why some controllers get stuck (and what to do about it),How one rejection led him to create the CFO

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28:00

Meet The CFO Who Went Viral on TikTok: Professor Bee...

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2025/04/17

What do you get when a CFO, CPA, and accounting professor starts teaching on TikTok?42,000 followers and a new way to make accounting finally click.In this episode of The Diary of a CFO, I sit down with Professor Bee Nance to talk about her multi-hyphenate career, from leading a multimillion-dollar nonprofit to becoming a viral content creator and author of Sunny Gets Money, a financial literacy book for kids.We cover:What it takes to thrive as a nonprofit CFOWhy even seasoned finance pros struggle

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32:41

Is the Climb to CFO Worth It?

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2025/04/04

In this solo episode, I answer 4 questions from my newsletter subscribers:Is the climb and reach to CFO worth it?Do you enjoy the work and people?Do you have work-life balance?What helped you get there?If you’ve got questions about leadership, your team, or growing in your role, the best way to ask is through my newsletter. Subscribe at thediaryofacfo.com.

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43:28

The Critical Role of Accounting in Business Success,...

The Diary of a CFO ·

2025/03/27

In this episode of the Diary of a CFO podcast, Edwine Alphonse shares her journey from a work-study student in Canada to a senior controller at Ramp, discussing her experiences in startups, the importance of accounting, and how to build a high-performing finance team. She emphasizes the critical role of accounting in business operations and the necessity for finance leaders to advocate for adequate technology for their teams.

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40:01

What Technology Can (and Can’t) Fix for Finance...

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2025/03/21

Finance leaders are under pressure to move faster, stay accurate, and be more strategic. But not every challenge can be solved with technology. In this episode, John Glasgow, Founder and CEO of Campfire, shares issues technology can help solve, like improving audit trails and enforcing controls, and the ones that require stronger business partnerships, like getting finance involved in the right conversations early. We also get into why some teams over-engineer their processes, how to scale without

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38:18

How to Get on High-Impact Projects and Lead Major...

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2025/03/13

Sindy Wilson didn’t plan to be in finance. She was headed for med school until dissecting a rat and a cat made her rethink everything. That switch led her to a career in finance, where she’s led transformation at Kickstarter, Lyft, and AutoTrader. In this episode, she breaks down how to stand out, get on big projects, and lead major change in any organisation.

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17:26

What I’ve Realized After Six Months as CFO

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2025/03/06

Six months as a CFO has taught me a lot about leadership, decision-making, and what it really takes to succeed in this role. In this solo episode, I share my biggest takeaways so far: why managing a board is nothing like just presenting to one, how to lead when there’s no playbook, and why staying plugged into the right circles is non-negotiable.

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27:40

Nonprofit Finance Isn’t as Simple as You Think, with...

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2025/02/27

Most people assume nonprofits just need to balance donations with expenses. But in reality, nonprofit finance comes with its own set of complexities. In this episode, Stephen Newland shares what leaders need to understand about nonprofit financial management, and how to make better long-term financial decisions.

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40:59

Leadership Lessons from a CFO-Turned-Coach, Jeremy...

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2025/02/20

After 25 years as a CFO, Jeremy Earnshaw transitioned from managing numbers to mentoring leaders. He shares what he wishes he knew earlier, the common leadership mistakes CFOs make, and how coaching can accelerate career growth. We also talk about the shift from technical expertise to strategic influence, the importance of self-awareness in leadership, and the mindset changes that separate good CFOs from great ones.

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36:39

Aligning Strategy and Execution, with Beverly Davis

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2025/02/14

What if the problem isn’t the numbers, but everything around them? Beverly Davis has spent years helping businesses fix their financial blind spots. From misaligned strategies to communication breakdowns, she knows why execution often fails before it even starts. In this episode, we dive into what really makes or breaks a company’s financial success and how to spot the non-financial issues slowing your business down.

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35:59

Balancing Strategy, Risk & Leadership as a CFO, with...

The Diary of a CFO ·

2025/02/07

In this episode, I sit down with Scott Meyers, CFO of Plurilock, to talk about what it really takes to lead in today’s fast-changing business world. From navigating financial landmines to handling the unexpected, Scott shares real-world lessons (and some great punchlines) about what it really takes to be a modern CFO. We dive into the realities of the CFO role, including how to think strategically, communicate effectively with the board, and ensure your team is set up for success. A must-listen for

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26:28

Saying Yes Before You Feel Ready, with Janice Stucke

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2025/01/31

What happens when you don’t have a clear career roadmap? You build one. Janice Stucke never set out to become a CFO, but by embracing growth, saying yes before she felt ready, and leaning into big challenges, she made it happen. We talk about career pivots, digital transformation, and the mindset that helped her succeed.This episode is brought to you by Datarails, sponsor of The Office of The CFO Bootcamp program. It's a 3-Week Leadership Accelerator program for aspiring VP of Finance, CAOs and

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