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Structuring the finance function of an SME

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Context

  • SME specialized in the electric mobility sector
  • Lack of structure of the finance function and need to improve key processes

Objectives

  • Set up a finance department with the owner: structuring of the organization, recruitment of resources, implementation of reporting for the management
  • Optimization and formalization of critical processes
  • Implementation of an inventory management system
  • Assistance in financing R&D projects
  • Management of the launch of new activities

Deliverables achieved

  • Diagnosis of the organization, processes, and tools
  • Monthly reporting deployed, ready on D+12
  • New cash flow monitoring tool implemented
  • First financial management processes implemented with the relevant controls and tools
  • 1MEUR of secured bank debt

Key success factors

  • Pragmatic, progressive and iterative approach
  • H4 Partners’ experience in setting up reporting and finance processes
  • Close collaboration with the owner and all employees
  • Deliverables adapted to the company’s level of maturity

Tools used

  • Excel
  • Accounting ERP : SAGE
  • EPM : Everwin GX

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