PYMNTS

DECEMBER 3, 2019

The contribution margin — also used by Lyft and Peloton — ignores fixed and startup costs, and highlights core service revenue. The company used generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) to essentially turn a $1.9 billion net loss into a $142 million profit. Peloton turned a $50 million loss into a $42 million profit.

Benchmarking 54

Benchmarking Profit and Loss GAAP Accounting Principles 54

Spreadym

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Investment Decisions: EBITDA can be a valuable metric for investors and potential buyers. Companies need to invest in new equipment, facilities, and technology to stay competitive and sustain their operations. Ignoring CapEx can lead to an overly optimistic view of a company's financial health.

Financial Analysis 59

Financial Analysis Valuation GAAP Accounting Principles 59

The Charity CFO

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

It simplifies the filing process for very small and startup nonprofits. . If your organization falls into the $50,000-$200,000 range but must complete an annual audit for funding or GAAP purposes, it is wise to skip Form 990-EZ and head straight to the full form. . Simple e-postcard for nonprofits earning less than $50,000/year.

Nonprofit 98

Nonprofit Profit and Loss Auditing GAAP 98

The Finance Weekly

DECEMBER 18, 2021

In addition to accounting processes, the CFO leads prospective financial activities that are part of the vision: forecasting, budgeting, mergers, and investments. In addition, CFOs have a unique combination of short and long term perspectives on investments that are very valuable to the CEO. The case for a CFO.

CFO 52

CFO Budgeting GAAP Accounting Principles 52

PYMNTS

DECEMBER 10, 2016

“When I founded my first startup, it got me thinking — banks are middlemen that can and should be disrupted,” Laplanche noted in a 2007 interview on how he came up with the idea of Lending Club. to disclose more about its lending operations and has questioned the company’s use of tailored “non-GAAP” financial measures.

GAAP 73

GAAP Compliance Valuation Auditing 73

BlueLight

JULY 30, 2020

Forward In the current economic crisis, business leaders from early-stage startups to large multinational corporations have had to make difficult decisions. The companies represented include venture backed startups, mid-sized businesses, and large multinationals. In the startup world, unit economics is the new product market fit.

CFO 52

CFO Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Strategic Planning Startups 52

Spreadym

AUGUST 10, 2023

Xero: Another popular cloud-based accounting software with strong financial reporting features, particularly favored by small businesses and startups. Compliance: Adherence to accounting standards and regulations, such as Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) or International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).

Financial Reporting 52

Financial Reporting Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) CFO Accounting Standards 52