When you start a new business, chances are you have to borrow money to get off the ground. In the earliest stages, you need to know your numbers cold. However, spending all your time in financial planning and analysis keeps your leadership team bogged down in details. Consequently, these tasks, though essential, are sometimes best left to reliable, trustworthy consultants.
A finance and accounting consultant from Ravix Group can:
- Assist your startup in getting off the ground
- Provide insights regarding your startup’s finances
- Guide you through growth and development
- Help you maintain best practices once you become an established business
Ravix Group specializes in accounting and financial planning analysis. So, let us show you the difference budgeting and financial planning can make to your company’s future. We also have human resources consultants who empower you to recruit, train, and retain the right people.
Why Is Budgeting Important for a Startup to Succeed?
A startup budget provides a road map to help you navigate the day-to-day expenses and project future needs for financing. You can make informed financial decisions with the right information in front of you. In fact, it is arguably the most important thing you can do when starting a new business.
Here are other reasons you should hire a knowledgeable consultant to put together an accurate budget:
- Gives you an idea of when to hire new people.
- Provides real-time data to help you avoid over-borrowing or failing to borrow money in time.
- Estimates your break-even point more precisely as you adjust your budget and financial plan.
- Predicts cash flow issues so you can expedite funding.
- Generates financial statements for lenders and investors.
It’s important to supplement your annual budget with quarterly forecasts that set new projections based on new information. A Ravix Group consultant can help you do that!
Why Is Forecasting Integral to Your Startup’s Success?
When you have a financial plan in place, it’s easier to navigate startup financing and concentrate on the things that will keep your business afloat, particularly during the critical first year. Through accurate budgeting and forecasting, you can win the trust of lenders or venture capitalists that may consider wanting to fuel your company’s growth.
Financial planning starts with delineating a clear business plan. This vital document contains all the details of how you plan to achieve your dream. So, it’s important to make sure the financial section has the necessary revenue projections for all potential new growth. Before you go to a venture capitalist or traditional lender for business financing your startup, lean on the expertise of our budget and financial planning consultants. We can help you provide the right information to win their confidence.
What Can Ravix Group Do to Improve Your Forecasting and Budgeting?
Ravix Group provides outsourced financial planning and accounting for startups. Whether you want us to focus on the budgeting and forecasting or take a broader role in your company’s financial success, we are here for you. Learn more about why to outsource financial planning and accounting.
Here are some of the services we provide to companies of all sizes:
- Financial reporting and month-end close
- Cash flow tracking
- Forecasting
- Financial planning
- Tax preparation and planning
To find the right financial planning consultant for your needs, contact us online or call 408 216 0656. We can take on as much or as little of your financial planning and budgeting as you wish.
