ELIGIBILITY

• Open to in-house finance teams, including accounting, FP&A, tax, treasury, audit, or a combination thereof.

• The team must be part of a registered organization (private, public, nonprofit, or government).

• Must have demonstrated measurable impact over the past 12–24 months.

• Small, mid-size, and large teams are all eligible, regardless of industry.

Judging Criteria

Judges will assess the nomination on the following areas:

• Ability to work well as a team
• Increased performance, efficiency and effectiveness as a result of the team’s work
• How your results have benefited your company and/or clients
• Effective collaboration with other departments
• Examples of innovation or new initiatives
• Commitment and enthusiasm
• Staff development and training opportunities

QUALITATIVE CRITERIA

• Strong collaboration, leadership, and team dynamics.

• Strategic alignment with business goals and executive support.

• Ability to provide timely, accurate, and insightful financial reporting.

• Problem-solving approach in budgeting, forecasting, or crisis management.

• Commitment to continuous improvement, ethics, and compliance.

METRICS

• Year-over-year cost savings, revenue growth, or efficiency improvements.

• Accuracy and timeliness of financial reports or audits.

• Reduction in operating costs or financial risk exposure.

• KPIs such as budgeting accuracy, cash flow improvement, or ROI on investments.

• Automation or digital transformation outcomes in finance operations.

ADDITIONAL CRITERIA

• Use of financial tools, software, or analytics to enhance decision-making.

• Recognition from executives or stakeholders for financial contributions.

• Training, upskilling, or career development efforts within the team.

• Contributions to ESG reporting or sustainability-linked financial planning.

• Resilience and adaptability during economic challenges or transitions.