5 Best Practices for Finance Automation

When companies hit a certain point, entry-level financial management systems just won’t cut it anymore. These outmoded finance and accounting processes and systems become a drag on success. When operations become complex and teams need insights to support sustained growth, the answer isn’t “throwing more accountants at the problem.” Instead, it’s to automate core finance tasks.

While implementing automation solutions may seem intimidating, there are several easy steps to get started. First, begin with automating the “Big Three” functions that anchor the business: Accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR) and the general ledger (GL). Second, ensure that the chosen automation solution has comprehensive dashboard capabilities. That will prove beneficial in providing visualization, real-time information, specificity and tailorability -- making complex business operations easier to understand quickly. Third, lay out business goals and objectives prior to implementation. What are your desired business results? Fourth, choose a system that will grow with your company for at least ten years. And finally, don’t revert to old habits. While it may be tempting to duplicate an old system into the new one, it’s better to look for opportunities to transform and reengineer those processes.


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