Episode 05: Why the Treasurer could be the Modern CFO

Niklas Bergentoft
This episode features an interview with Niklas Bergentoft, Principal at Deloitte & Touche LLP. Niklas has been at Deloitte & Touche LLP for 15 years, and currently leads the company’s treasury practice in the US. His multifaceted role involves setting strategy and building capabilities for business growth, shaping the firm’s methodologies, relationship building, and client delivery.

On this episode, Niklas discusses how he helped his clients navigate the challenges of the pandemic and how 2020 emphasized a greater focus on controlling all aspects of liquidity. He also shares his thoughts on the expansion and evolution of the treasurer’s role, automation and digitization within the CFOs office, and he offers some poignant managerial advice.