CFO Simplified

APRIL 15, 2022

The company used Cash Basis accounting for their operating statements because taxes were calculated on a Cash Basis. When sales grew, profitability looked strong because cash came in within 48 hours, but the company’s bills weren’t due for 60 days. Accurate financial reporting is critical for any company.

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Financial Reporting Cash Flow Forecasting Profit and Loss Forecasting 52

CFO Simplified

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

I think that the Statement of Cash Flows is the disrespected stepsister of financial reporting, much like Cinderella. So, let’s look to see how this Cinderella report can help you plan for and understand your use of cash. The Cash Flow Forecast is a predictive tool.

Cash Flow Forecasting 52

Cash Flow Forecasting Forecasting Profit and Loss Financial Reporting 52

CFO Simplified

JUNE 1, 2023

Most business owners get financial reports monthly: Profit and Loss, Balance Sheet, Statement of Cash Flows. The problem is, those monthly reports show your financial performance in the past — what has already occurred in your business. For example, do you have a cash flow forecast?

Cash Flow Forecasting 52

Cash Flow Forecasting Profit and Loss Strategic Planning CFO 52

CFO Simplified

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

The company was profitable, but after some moves to expand the business, they were worried about depleting their cash reserves and using up their line of credit with the bank—which would put a halt to further expansion plans. The company opened an eBay store and turned the trade-in losses into a new profit center.

Profit and Loss 52

Profit and Loss Cash Flow Forecasting CFO Financial Reporting 52

CFO Simplified

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

But understanding your company’s profitability is critical to making the right decisions. Confusion over cash-versus-accrual reporting creates continuing questions for business owners. The business’ part-time CFO was providing financials that didn’t match the reports they received from their accountant.

Accounting 52

Accounting Retail Profit and Loss Cash Flow Forecasting 52

Creative CFP

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

The cash flow statement is the final piece of the puzzle when it comes to the monthly management reports that we prepare here at Creative CFO. This is without a doubt one of the most important and often overlooked financial reports within the monthly report pack. In essence, profits do not always equal cash.

Profit and Loss 52

Profit and Loss Cash Flow Forecasting Invoicing Forecasting 52

CFO Simplified

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

The initial draft of the budget projected a year-end loss of over $3.3 Without a plan to bring those sales forecasts to fruition, the projected loss would indeed become a reality. The owner loaned additional money to the company to shore up cash needs. Develop a cash flow forecast. Evaluation.

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Budgeting Cash Flow Forecasting Profit and Loss CFO 52