BUDGETING, FORECASTING & CASH FLOW
Build a Forward-Looking Finance Function With Accurate Budgets, Realistic Forecasts & Clear Cash Visibility
ValDatum provides CFO-grade budgeting, FP&A modeling, forecasting automation, scenario planning, and cash flow management. We help companies understand future performance, anticipate risks, allocate capital effectively, and communicate confidently with investors and boards — using real-time, accurate financial data.
Supporting CFOs, private equity, startups, SaaS companies, and mid-market enterprises.
This service includes:
- Annual budgets & operating plans
- Rolling forecasts (monthly/quarterly)
- Cash flow planning & runway visibility
- Scenario modeling & what-if analysis
- Revenue, margin & expense modeling
- Board-ready reporting & insights
Why Budgeting, Forecasting & Cash Flow Matter
Companies that lack structured FP&A processes often:
- Fail to predict cash shortages or capital needs
- Overspend due to poor cost visibility
- Struggle to meet investor expectations
- Suffer from inaccurate revenue and margin projections
- Make decisions based on inconsistent or outdated data
ValDatum transforms your FP&A function with accurate models, automated data pipelines, and real-time forecasting dashboards.
Complete FP&A Services — What We Deliver
1. Annual Budgeting & Operating Plan
We help you build a structured annual operating plan (AOP) including revenue, expenses, headcount, capex, and cash requirements.
- Driver-based budgeting
- Department-level collaboration
- OPEX & COGS planning
- Quarterly budget alignment
2. Monthly & Quarterly Rolling Forecasts
Forecast models that update dynamically as your business changes.
- 12–18 month rolling forecasts
- Revenue & margin projections
- Expense trend forecasting
- Scenario-based adjustments
3. Cash Flow Forecasting & Runway Visibility
A complete cash runway model showing inflows, outflows, burn rate, and future capital needs.
- 13-week cash flow
- Cash burn & cost control
- Runway analysis (months left)
- Capital planning & fundraising support
4. Scenario Modeling & What-If Analysis
We create best-case, base-case, and worst-case financial models for strategic decision-making.
- Sensitivity models
- Pricing strategy impact
- Headcount & hiring models
- M&A & expansion planning
5. KPI Frameworks & Performance Tracking
We design KPI structures that align leadership around company health and performance.
- SaaS metrics: ARR, MRR, churn, LTV/CAC
- Financial KPIs: EBITDA, GM, NDR
- Operational KPIs: utilization, velocity
6. FP&A Automation & Dashboarding
Automated dashboards connected to your financial model and real-time data.
- Power BI dashboards
- ETL pipelines → reporting automation
- Daily KPI refresh
- Executive cash dashboards
Forecasting Models We Build
Models built to reflect your revenue engine, cost structure, operational complexity, and growth strategy.
SaaS Forecasting Model
ARR/MRR, churn, upgrades, cohorts, margins.
Headcount Model
Hiring plans, salaries, benefits, payroll costs.
Revenue Model
Sales funnels, conversion, pricing, renewals.
Cash Flow Model
Runway, inflows, outflows, obligations.
Deliverables — What You Get
Annual Operating Plan (AOP)
Complete annual budget + commentary.
Rolling Forecast Pack
Monthly/quarterly forecast + insights.
Cash Flow Model
Daily/weekly cash view, runway, burn rate.
Executive Dashboards
KPIs, trends, budget vs actual highlights.
Case Studies
SaaS Startup — From No Forecasting to Full FP&A in 6 Weeks
The company had no structured FP&A, zero runway visibility, and inconsistent spending patterns. ValDatum built FP&A models, dashboards, and a structured forecasting cadence.
- Runway visibility improved from 2 weeks → 12 months
- Burn rate reduced by 18%
- Budget accuracy improved by 30%
PE-Owned Firm — Predictive Cashflow Transformation
CFO and investors required continuous cashflow updates across 4 regions. Our automated model consolidated 23 data sources and delivered daily insights.
- Forecast accuracy improved to 96%
- Cash visibility increased from weekly to daily
- M&A modeling integrated into scenarios
Pricing Options
FP&A Monthly Retainer
Best for ongoing budgeting & forecasting.
One-Time Model Build
Ideal for fundraising, planning, or executive decision-making.
Hybrid Engagement
Combine model building with review & update cycles.
Frequently Asked Questions
Most models take 2–6 weeks depending on complexity.
Yes — we provide complete outsourced FP&A.
Yes — our models are used in fundraising, M&A, and board presentations.
Ready to Build Predictable, Accurate Financial Forecasts?
Speak with our FP&A specialists to design a budgeting, forecasting, and cashflow strategy tailored to your business model and growth goals.
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