How Finance Leaders are Solving the Talent Shortage Crisis

John Raffaele on why hybrid global models are redefining finance performance

Finance teams are under more pressure, caught between shrinking talent pools, rising workloads, and the rapid adoption of AI. In this Australian Financial Review feature, John Raffaele, Global Head of Finance & Accounting Operations at Emapta, explores how leading organizations are responding by rethinking how finance work gets done.  

Rather than relying solely on traditional hiring models, companies are turning to hybrid global teams that combine offshore talent with AI-enabled workflows, unlocking greater resilience, scalability and performance. As John explains, this shift isn’t just about efficiency; it’s about building a sustainable operating model that reduces burnout while enabling teams to deliver higher-value insights and outcomes.  

The result? Organizations adopting this approach are seeing significant gains in productivity and employee satisfaction, all while maintaining control and alignment across their finance function. 

Read the full article to discover how forward-thinking finance leaders are overcoming the talent crunch and building future-ready teams.