Graham Stanton

While departments like sales, marketing, and engineering have seen massive advancements in the technology they use every day, finance has been left behind. Enterprise resource planning (ERP) tools were supposed to centralize and streamline operations, but they never lived up to that promise.That's why upgrading the CFO tech stack with a new wave of innovative solutions is of the utmost importance for companies aiming to improve operations and provide the best experience for its employees and customers. In this episode of The Role Forward, our host Joe Garafalo talks with Graham Stanton, the co-founder of Avise. Before Avise, Graham co-founded Peloton, an exercise equipment and media company. Graham shares his experience with traditional finance technology and the challenges he faced while leading the finance function at Peloton. Joe and Graham also touch upon the ongoing software versus Excel debate and discuss the impact the right tools in the CFO tech stack can have on business growth. Guest-at-a-Glance💡 Name: Graham Stanton💡 What he does: Graham is the Co-Founder of Avise and Co-Founder of Peloton. 💡 Company: Avise💡 Noteworthy: Graham scaled Peloton from a startup to a household name. He's taken all that experience and co-founded Avise, a company aiming to unlock the power of accounting to help drive business forward.💡 Where to find Graham: LinkedIn

Graham Stanton, co-founder and CEO of Avise, discusses how AI is revolutionizing accounting by automating tedious tasks like accruals and intercompany consolidations. He shares his journey from Peloton’s chaotic month-end closes to founding a startup that streamlines financial processes. Graham emphasizes that AI not only boosts efficiency but also allows accountants to focus on high-value work like client advising and strategic analysis. Companies using Avise see remarkable growth and enhanced visibility into financial metrics, transforming the financial landscape.