Analytics and Reporting
How to Read a Profit and Loss Statement
Every business leader who must assess a company’s financial performance and make decisions should know how to read a profit and loss statement. Yet, as a fractional Chief Financial Officer (CFO) who works closely with leadership teams, I have noticed that many...
What is Financial Reporting: Definitions, Examples, and Tips
Accurate financial reporting communicates vital information about a company’s economic activities to business leaders, investors, and regulatory agencies. Yet, for many, this business function can seem mysterious. Below, we provide an overview of financial reporting,...
What is a KPI Dashboard and How Do You Build One?
To run a business effectively, you must rise above the day-to-day and take a big-picture view. You need to know what is going well, what needs your attention, and how to prioritize. But that is not easy to do when there are too many demands on your time, and you feel...
Finance as a Service: Affordable Bookkeeping and Accounting for Growing Businesses
Running a company is a juggle for small business owners. In addition to crafting business strategy, delivering services, and motivating a team, many find themselves involved with other tasks like bookkeeping and accounting. Although you know you must delegate, finding...
