Welcome to a new episode of the Modern SaaS Finance Podcast hosted by David Appel, head of Software/SaaS at Sage. This is episode 5 of our Learn on the GO series from the recently launched Modern SaaS Finance Academy: "How to Hit the Ground Running in Your First 90 Days as a SaaS Finance Leader."
Starting a new role as a finance leader in the SaaS industry can be both exhilarating and challenging. The first 90 days are critical for setting the foundation of success and making a lasting impact. In this episode, David Appel shares invaluable insights and practical strategies to help you navigate this crucial period with confidence and effectiveness.
Join us as we explore the essential steps to hit the ground running in your new role. We will guide you through creating a 90-day plan, understanding your organization's financial landscape, building relationships with key stakeholders, and identifying areas for improvement.
Discover how to assess the current state of your finance function, establish clear goals, and prioritize initiatives that will drive growth and optimize operational efficiency. David shares tips on leveraging technology, automating processes, and implementing best practices to streamline financial operations and make an immediate impact.
Listen to the full episode and get ready to thrive as a finance leader in the dynamic world of SaaS.
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About the Modern SaaS Finance Academy
The Modern SaaS Finance Academy is an always-on, free curated learning experience designed to educate SaaS finance leaders and experts on subscription and usage billing models, accounting, revenue recognition, SaaS metrics, forecasting and other key functions on driving the cash flow and trajectory of a firm on its path to IPO.
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