The SaaS CFO

AUGUST 21, 2024

The Software as a Service (SaaS) business model revolutionized the on-premise software industry. I started out in software in 2004. One-time software sales and annual maintenance at 18% of the perpetual license. We weren’t talking CAC Payback and Gross Revenue Retention. But we were talking gross margins and margins by revenue stream. SaaS introduced a […] The post How to Properly Structure Your SaaS Accounting Foundation appeared first on The SaaS CFO.

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CFO Selections

AUGUST 20, 2024

Running out of cash is not only a sign of poor planning, but it's also one of the biggest reasons that businesses fail. Forecasting your company's cash flow can be tricky because of the many variables that determine how much cash you will need for operations versus the amount available.

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Musings on Markets

AUGUST 19, 2024

As I reveal my ignorance about TikTok trends, social media celebrities and Gen Z slang, my children are quick to point out my age, and I accept that reality, for the most part. I understand that I am too old to exercise without stretching first or eat a heaping plate of cheese fries and not suffer heartburn, but that does not stop me from trying occasionally.

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Future CFO

AUGUST 18, 2024

Editor’s note: In today’s A Day in the Life , Clare Leighton (pictured), COO & Co-Founder of bluesheets shares with FutureCFO audiences how sport inspires her professional development and how she applies team sport values to her work. FutureCFO: What does a typical day look like for you? Clare Leighton (CL): I’m co-founder of bluesheets , an AI automation company building AI agents to enhance back-office productivity.

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Speaker: Indy Chakrabarti, Chief Marketing Officer at HighRadius

4 Case Studies to Optimize DSO 26 Days Sales Outstanding. Already better than most. But, should you improve on that? Why would 3 fewer days even matter? It matters because it fundamentally transforms business outcomes. Join this webinar to explore 4 things companies do to reclaim hard dollars - not just soft costs - and go from good to great! What You'll Learn 6 operational KPIs every AR manager should track: Define and track these metrics to enhance performance, drive efficiency, and make infor

Finance

CFO Dive

AUGUST 19, 2024

The civil penalties come more than a year after a short seller’s report lambasted Icahn Enterprises for alleged “Ponzi-like economic structures.

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Tips Watch

AUGUST 18, 2024

Markets remain overly optimistic about future inflation. By David Enna, Tipswatch.com The U.S. Treasury on Thursday will offer at auction $8 billion in a reopened 30-year Treasury Inflation-Protected Security, CUSIP 912810TY4.

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CFO News

AUGUST 18, 2024

By Robin Banerjee, Seasoned Finance Expert: The Burman family's strategic pursuit of Religare ignites a dramatic M&A conflict, spotlighting the critical 'fit and proper' debate that could reshape India’s corporate control dynamics.

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The Charity CFO

AUGUST 21, 2024

The relationship between fundraisers and accountants in a nonprofit organization can be challenging. Fundraising and accounting departments provide vital services to the organization, but when they fail to communicate, it can lead to financial errors. Bridging this communication gap can help your organization ensure every dollar raised is used effectively.

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CFO Talks

AUGUST 21, 2024

Anticipating Financial Challenges: Strategic Measures for Corporate Finance As a CFO in South Africa or elsewhere in Africa, you’re no stranger to the financial hurdles that come your way. Economic shifts, new regulations, and technological changes constantly test your ability to keep your company financially stable. But what if you could not only anticipate these challenges but turn them into opportunities for growth?

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Speaker: Chandra McCormack, CPA, MBA, NACD.DC

Imagine being a financial leader who not only ensures the books are balanced but also shapes the future of your organization. 🤔 ✨ This session will take you beyond the routine reporting and into the realm of strategic financial leadership. We’ll explore how today’s finance professionals can juggle the day-to-day operations while also delivering the long term vision that drives growth.

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CFO Dive

AUGUST 23, 2024

For the first time since the pandemic, corporate real estate executives’ sentiment has shifted slightly in favor of portfolio expansion, according to a CBRE report.

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Navigator SAP

AUGUST 23, 2024

Consumer products firms selling direct-to-consumers used to be an innovation worth noting. But now it is quickly becoming table stakes as social media becomes a dominant sales vehicle and consumer spending spreads across a wider range of channels.

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Nerd's Eye View

AUGUST 23, 2024

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that a new study indicates that while financial advisory firms are largely satisfied with their tech stacks, they take a range of approaches to applying tech: from "innovators" that invest in tech to differentiate themselves from their competition and to enhance the client experience to "operators" that invest in technology largely to improve operations and internal efficiency

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Jedox Finance

AUGUST 21, 2024

Effective communication and collaboration are no longer just nice-to-have — they are essential for driving success. The Office of Finance is at the heart of every organization, overseeing financial strategy, risk management, and operational efficiency. Often it is a challenge for finance teams to align with stakeholders across business units, departments, and time zones.

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CFO Dive

AUGUST 23, 2024

The Fed chair did not indicate the size of a coming interest rate reduction, keeping alive a debate on how far policymakers will cut borrowing costs.

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Navigator SAP

AUGUST 23, 2024

Are you fully leveraging the power of your SAP Business ByDesign investment? Did your implementation yield the expected insights, KPIs, and ROI? A strategic partnership with the right SAP Business ByDesign Partner and the right business consultants that know your industry, business, and ERP is essential. The right partner will help to maximize system performance, empower employees, and drive business growth.

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Nerd's Eye View

AUGUST 21, 2024

Irrevocable trusts lie at the heart of a variety of estate planning strategies, as gifts to irrevocable trusts can allow for the transfer of assets outside of an owner’s estate for estate tax purposes with more structure than an outright gift. The downside, however, is that irrevocable trusts are "irrevocable" and can't easily be undone; in moving assets to the trust, the original owner gives up their authority over the assets, with the trustee taking over the management and distribution o

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Driven Insights

AUGUST 23, 2024

Spreadsheet financial models for SaaS companies stink, whether built in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets. There, we've said it. That doesn't mean that spreadsheet models don't provide some value in the very beginning stages of a SaaS business or that the talented people who created them are bad at what they do.

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Speaker: Brad Pinneke, VP of Business Development at Payrix and Worldpay for Platforms

Join Brad Pinneke, Vice President of Business Development at Payrix and Worldpay for Platforms for an informational webinar about how to select the ideal payments provider for your platform! This session highlights the 7 key criteria for assessing payments partners and maximizing the value of your investment. From evaluating technology and business development programs to understanding support and compliance, this webinar will equip you with a comprehensive evaluation framework and strategy for

Compliance

CFO Dive

AUGUST 20, 2024

The study comes as the global average cost of a breach has hit nearly $4.9 million this year, according to an IBM estimate.

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CFO News

AUGUST 20, 2024

The youth internship scheme unveiled by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in the Budget 2024 has the potential to make a significant impact on India's workforce development. However, experts say its success will depend on addressing financial and operational challenges, ensuring clear guidelines, and fostering strong collaboration among all stakeholders.

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Bramasol

AUGUST 21, 2024

The proliferation of subscription-based, recurring revenue offerings in the Digital Solutions Economy (DSE) presents both opportunities and challenges. In the customer driven DSE model, companies need to adapt their processes to meet a dynamically changing range of customer needs, while also assuring robust backend processing with integrated revenue compliance.

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Driven Insights

AUGUST 23, 2024

Sometimes for business owners, pushing your business into growth mode feels like being stuck in the mud. You think you're gaining traction but suddenly you find yourself sliding right back into the muck.

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Uncover the latest trends in expense management for small and medium-sized businesses. Our 5th Annual Trends Survey reveals that corporate card use is skyrocketing, but expense software isn't keeping up. This mismatch is creating real challenges for finance teams, who now take an average of 14 days to close their books. Travel policies are shifting to accommodate hybrid work, but many companies are struggling with off-tool bookings.

Finance

CFO Dive

AUGUST 20, 2024

Glenn Coleman is leaving as the dental supply company struggles to regain its footing after a 2022 accounting probe uncovered ethical violations by ex-CFO Jorge Gomez.

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CFO News

AUGUST 22, 2024

Curiously, Paytm is selling its most profitable venture. Let’s not forget that payment has not been a profitable business for everyone. Ticketing was one of the primary businesses for Paytm where the margins are high as they charge conveyance fees. The company has 70 million customers in this segment.

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Barry Ritholtz

AUGUST 23, 2024

This week, we speak with Ricky Sandler , the chief investment officer and the founder of Eminence Capital. Today, Eminence is a $7B global investment management organization. Sandler came to prominence as a savvy long/short investor and Eminence continues to successfully run several different Long/Short portfolios. Prior to launching Eminence, Ricky was co-founder and co-general partner of Fusion Capital Management, LLC.

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Tips Watch

AUGUST 22, 2024

Only the 2nd auction of this term since 2011 to get a real yield above 2.0%. By David Enna, Tipswatch.

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Speaker: Duke Heninger

With the rise of fractional finance roles, many CFOs, FP&A professionals, controllers, and accountants are stepping into independent consulting. The expansion of fractional services presents new opportunities for finance professionals, but many face challenges in navigating this transition, finding it daunting. Whether you’re new to fractional work or refining your approach, this webinar will equip you with a repeatable system for success.

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