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The CFO Role is Changing for Finance Leaders to Own AI, Talent, and Strategy with Omar Choucair
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- FP&A Unlocked
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- Dec 4, 2025
- Duration seconds
- 2863
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Summary
In this episode of FP&A Unlocked , host Paul Barnhurst sits down with Omar Choucair, the CFO of Trintech, to discuss the evolving role of the CFO, the importance of technology in finance, and the strategic value of FP&A teams. Omar shares insights on how AI is transforming financial operations, the need for technical skills in FP&A, and the shift in CFO responsibilities over the years. Omar Choucair brings over 25 years of experience in corporate finance, accounting, governance, and FP&A. His background spans private equity, public company software businesses, and M&A deals, having successfully navigated over 40 major transactions. With expertise in financial software solutions, he leads Trintech in helping businesses automate and streamline critical financial processes. Expect to Learn: The evolving responsibilities of CFOs and the strategic value they provide in today's organizations How AI and technology are revolutionizing finance and FP&A functions The critical role of FP&A in helping companies understand and act on data Why intellectual curiosity and technology expertise are essential for modern FP&A professionals Key insights on hiring and developing top FP&A talent Here are a few quotes from the episode: “To be successful in FP&A, you have to be technically savvy. If you are afraid of technology, you will not do well in FP&A.” – Omar Choucair “The CFO is the voice of reason, objective under pressure, and the protector of the company and its employees.” – Omar Choucair Omar discusses the increased pressure on CFOs, the growing reliance on AI tools like ChatGPT, and the importance of being inquisitive to drive better financial insights. He also touches on the importance of collaboration between FP&A and other depart…