The 12 trends transforming Finance Departments in 2026

What CFOs, FP&A, consolidation and management control must anticipate

AI in daily life, rolling forecasts, faster closings, governed data: discover the 12 trends reshaping Finance in 2026, and receive the complete resource by email.

In 2026, finance departments are undergoing an unprecedented transformation. Pressure on closing deadlines, the widespread adoption of AI, increasing regulatory requirements, and the need to manage performance in real-time: expectations are evolving faster than the organizations themselves. The Finance Department is no longer just producing figures: it informs decisions, anticipates scenarios, and relies on governed data. Through our projects conducted with finance departments of all sizes, we have gathered the 12 major trends shaping EPM, FP&A, reporting, and consolidation projects, and which are tangibly transforming Finance organizations. Receive the complete resource Fill out the form below to receive your personal access to the detailed resource, including for each trend the questions to ask yourself and the key takeaways.

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