For various reasons, the finance function at many emerging growth companies is ripe for outsourcing. The entire function could be covered by an accounting and outsourcing services firm, which can take on the day-to-day accounting, or piecemeal, as the startup begins working on scaling or sees a need to develop one position but only for […]
There’s a sweet, satisfactory milestone that emerging growth companies hit when leaders find themselves asking, “How do I increase business growth?” more than they go around wondering, “How can I keep this company alive?” When survival mode makes way for starting to realize an emerging growth company’s potential, business growth drivers become more important for […]
When does a startup “graduate” into the emerging growth company? While there is no strict definition of what an emerging growth company entails—unless you are looking at the Securities and Exchange Commission’s criteria for how an emerging growth company goes public—there are a few common traits of fast growing companies that would justify including yours […]
If you’re anticipating a slowdown for your young, fast-moving company if you do not make a smart strategic change, you may be overdue for a new partnership. Even though you know your company has tremendous promise—and that hopeful thinking is backed by investors—you may still hit a point in your growth path where you have […]
Leaders in high growth companies face a constant barrage of challenges as they attempt to stay ahead of any problems and keep on top of the pace, all while trying to build an even better, winning business. For VC-backed high-growth companies, there’s the constant need to balance moving rapidly with treading carefully to avoid burning […]
For emerging growth companies that have managed to survive yet are facing the quandary of how to sustain their fast growth, now could be a good time to evaluate if it’s built for continued success. These are some of the key financial health indicators for knowing whether your startup is built for speed and scalable […]
The different types of accounting errors that companies make range from the easily fixable to the unforgettable. While mistakes happen, and proper systems are in place to catch mistakes, emerging growth companies will want to be aware of what to look for and how to prevent them in the first place. Common Accounting Errors and […]
As it becomes clearer by the day that the finance function of a fast-growing startup needs some serious help, attention often turns to a critical role: the controller. This position, which can be filled by an interim controller in the early stages of a company, can be a lifeline for a small yet growing finance […]
After a company proves it’s capable of surviving and has the potential to become something bigger and greater, it may start acting less like what you’d think of as a small business but not yet an enterprise. Leadership may consider another way to categorize the company as they seek out advice and partnerships with service […]
Sometimes it’s wonderful to be busy—especially if you have been working hard toward getting your startup off the ground and are now experiencing noticeable growth. Gaining momentum may have been a top goal, but keeping that pace will become an ongoing challenge. Companies experiencing rapid business growth face the serious risk of burnout—not just in […]
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