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The evolving role of the financial controller: from reporting to strategy

Controller Playbook OneSolutions and NetSuite 2026

Finance departments are at the center of today’s business challenges: talent shortages, fragile supply chains, and economic uncertainty. In this new reality, the role of the financial controller has expanded dramatically.

No longer confined to compliance and quarterly reports, controllers are becoming strategic partners, influencing decisions that shape the future of the business.

Our new guide, “The Controller’s Playbook”, explores this transformation and the skills controllers need to succeed.

more than numbers

Controllers still ensure accuracy, compliance, and reporting. But they now play a central role in financial planning, risk management, and technology adoption. Their work increasingly supports strategy and growth initiatives.

new skills for new responsibilities

Today’s controllers must master more than accounting. Leadership, communication, and relationship building are now essential to:

  • Sell ideas internally
  • Collaborate across departments
  • Strengthen business insight and influence

priorities have shifted

Controllers are no longer judged only on precision. They are now evaluated on their ability to:

  • Develop team skills
  • Support corporate strategy
  • Analyze business performance
  • Leverage technology to boost efficiency and growth

The controller’s role is changing faster than ever. Those who adapt will not only stay relevant but become key players in driving business transformation.

Download your free copy of The Controller’s Playbook and discover how to balance process and strategy in today’s evolving financial landscape.

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