Management Services
Business analysis
This process is initial look at the business to identify strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats. Problem areas are evaluated and a plan of corrective action prepared. At this stage, Specialty CFO will "game plan" on how to best help the business.
Evaluation of new business opportunities
This process is designed to help the business take a planned approach to a new business venture. The focus is on identifying and planning for the key decision elements such as required investment, profitability, information systems and overall business planning.
Forecasting and budgeting
This is an essential tool for all business' . It provides for estimated profits based on historical information and certain assumptions about the future. It also allows the business to compare actual results compared to forecast or budgeted amounts. Significant differences may point to issues, which should be addressed in the business operations.
Scenario modeling
Cash flow modeling is perhaps the highest value activity the financial function can provide. It is the mechanism to use to determine if the company's strategies are feasible with existing resources or if additional capital will be required.
Management information systems development
The key to developing the best possible information system is to know what information a company needs to maximize its opportunities and maintain financial control. What is required to achieve success is a level of expertise developed through the oversight of numerous change-overs from existing systems to new systems, managing both technical and human concerns.
Special projects
This service provides the manpower and expertise to define and manage a special project from inception to completion without impacting day-to-day business activities. Clearly defined objective established in advance avoids costly inefficiencies, which can result from inexperienced project management.
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