Business Plan for Investment: What You Need to Know
Why Your Business Plan for Investment Matters More Than You Think If you’re preparing a Business Plan for Investment, whether that’s seed funding, angel investors or growth capital – you’ll already know it’s more than “just a document.” It’s your story. It’s your strategy. And it’s your financial truth all rolled into one. The problem? Plenty of good businesses miss out on funding not because their idea isn’t strong, but because their business plan doesn’t show investors the clarity, capability or […]
Do I Need a CFO or an Accountant? (A Guide for Founders)
You’ve got a finance team. Or maybe just an accountant. Things seem to be ticking along… but something still feels off. You’re not getting the clarity you need. You want to grow – but you’re not sure what’s holding you back. Here’s the truth: you might not need a full-time CFO. But you probably need […]
Cash Flow 101: 6 Key Terms You Need to Know
Cash flow is the lifeblood of your business. It’s what allows you to pay employees, suppliers, and other creditors on time so that you can continue doing business. However, many small-business owners don’t really appreciate how cash flow works or how to improve their cash flow situation. Here’s a basic introduction to cash flow and […]
Four Tips for Improving Your Decision Making Process
Making the best choice for your business can often prove challenging. Luckily, there are ways to make your decision making skills better. People who can make the right decision at a moment’s notice are always well-respected among their peers. It might seem like this ability comes naturally. But in reality, it’s a skill you can […]
Top Eight Tips for Accurate Cash Flow Forecasting
Do you want to know how your business and cash will perform in the future? Apply the following methods to improve your cash forecasting. Forecasting your company’s cash flow helps minimise potential risks and indicate if the company is in a position to go after opportunities and grow. Correct cash flow management is a given. […]
How to Analyse Your Business Financial Position
Keeping a close eye on your company’s financials is essential in planning a business strategy. Every company should pay attention to its current financial state. It can be of immeasurable value for future business ventures and financial projections. Not to mention serve as an orientation point when deciding on the direction in which the company […]
The importance of bookkeeping for all businesses
Whilst it’s an unusual topic for a Fractional CFO to talk about, the importance of accurate bookkeeping for all business should not be underestimated. Bookkeeping is the fundamental foundation of all financial reporting. The saying goes, ‘Garbage in, garbage out’ and that’s never truer than when you are talking about business accounts. Without accurate and […]
Impactful reporting: A management reporting framework for success
Many business owners are familiar with the need for a profit and loss account and balance sheet reporting. However, fewer may understand the value of creating a management reporting framework that encompasses wider key performance indicators and multifunctional outputs. Management reporting is vital for monitoring the health of the business, understanding variances to plan and […]
What prices should I charge for my goods or services?
This is a simple question, and one that the majority of business owners will ask, and the answer will change over time. Pricing is the money charged to a customer in exchange of goods or services. The price you charge for your goods or services is one of the most important decisions you will make […]
How does an accountant help with business decisions?
When starting a business or in fact at any stage of a business, finances have a huge impact on our decisions. Some business owners start with very little or even no money at all and have to think very carefully about what they spend on in the early days of their business. If you don’t […]