Jan. 21 - SEC exodus continues | Mattel starts CFO search

Mattel launches hunt to replace retiring CFO; SCOTUS rejects higher standard for overtime exemptions; SEC hits ex-pharma CFO with sanction over fraud charges; Dropped PCAOB probe, lawsuit spotlight audit watchdog’s challenges

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Jan. 21, 2025 | Today’s news and insights for finance leaders

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SEC general counsel, chief economist latest to follow Gensler to exit

The agency’s chief of staff and director of policy are among other leaders who have announced their departures just days ahead of Donald Trump’s inauguration.

Mattel launches hunt to replace retiring CFO

The El Segundo, California-based toy maker said it has increased “efficiencies” with over $400 million in cost savings during CFO Anthony DiSilvestro’s tenure.

SCOTUS rejects higher standard for overtime exemptions

The ruling is a “win” for businesses and “sets a consistent national standard under the Fair Labor Standards Act,” attorneys at Fisher Phillips wrote.

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SEC hits ex-pharma CFO with sanction over fraud charges

The former finance chief is barred under a commission order from serving as an officer of a public company or practicing before the SEC as an accountant.

Dropped PCAOB probe, lawsuit spotlight audit watchdog’s challenges

While the litigation was dismissed, the PCAOB is expected to face similar pushback from the incoming Trump administration.

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