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Loading this page.Field-tested writing on the financial decisions behind every $5M–$50M business and Series A+ startup — accounting, controller, treasury, and CFO-level strategy from operators who've run companies.
Smart people — from academics to CEOs — have come up with a lot of cool ways to run companies better. In this section, our co-CEOs write about how you can leverage it to run your biz better.
Same per-year comp, wider range of outcomes, no extra compensation for the longer uncertainty horizon. Boards call it long-termism. The math says it’s a variance trade.
By Nick JainA close that lands on day 5 isn’t faster — it’s the same backward-looking artifact with a tighter deadline. Faster close still produces a record, not a report that changes anything.
By Nick JainDeep-dive resources covering everything you need to know
What they do, when you need one, how much they cost, and how to hire the right partner.
Everything you need to know about calculating, managing, and extending your runway.
The financial checklist every founder needs before raising their Series A.
The KPIs that actually matter: ARR, CAC, LTV, churn, gross margin, and more.
See how small improvements in key financial metrics create massive impact on profitability and business value.
How to build a budget that actually works: planning, tracking, and forecasting.
Entity structure, R&D credits, 409A valuations, state taxes, and key deadlines.
Essential tools for growing companies: accounting, expenses, payroll, and more.
Everything founders need to know: cash vs accrual, revenue recognition, monthly close, and common mistakes.
Framework for deploying capital across product, growth, and operations to maximize ROI and extend runway.
Cap table decisions that matter: founder splits, option pools, vesting, and investor preferences.
Valuation methods, dilution math, 409A valuations, and understanding what your equity is actually worth.
When growth stalls: cost cutting, turnaround playbooks, exit options, and maximizing founder economics.
The path to profitable growth: unit economics, bootstrapping strategies, and sustainable founder outcomes.
Build investor-ready models: revenue forecasting, scenario analysis, and the 3-statement model.
Align sales, marketing, and finance: forecasting, commissions, pipeline metrics, and revenue recognition.
SOC 2 certification, financial audits, enterprise compliance, and building audit-ready processes.
Survive economic uncertainty: recession-proofing, cash preservation, and opportunistic strategies.
Tax planning, QSBS, 83(b) elections, secondary sales, and building wealth beyond your startup.
How to price your product: SaaS models, value-based pricing, raising prices, and unit economics.
100 questions answered: fundraising, metrics, accounting, taxes, and building your finance team.
Transform your finance function from bookkeeping to strategic leadership as you scale from $5M to $50M.
When to upgrade from QuickBooks, how to evaluate ERP systems, and the complete migration playbook.
Prepare your company for PE investment: EBITDA optimization, quality of earnings, and deal structures.
Build world-class financial planning: budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and strategic planning.
Master AR/AP optimization, 13-week cash forecasting, and working capital strategies for growing businesses.
Create compelling board packages, PE sponsor reports, and stakeholder communications that drive decisions.
Specialized financial strategies for manufacturing, healthcare, construction, and multi-location businesses.
The complete guide for growing businesses: when to outsource, what to expect, and how to choose the right provider.
Accounting leadership without the full-time cost: what controllers do and when you need one.
Beyond basic cash flow: cash positioning, banking relationships, payment operations, and liquidity management.
Optimize working capital operations: accounts payable, accounts receivable, collections, and vendor management.
Build a best-practice finance operation: fast close, reconciliation, and management reporting.
Beyond basic processing: multi-state compliance, provider comparison, and international payroll.
Eagle Rock CFO is the outsourced finance office for $5M–$50M companies and Series A+ startups. Accounting, controller, treasury, and FP&A — one operator-led team, month-to-month.
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