3-Way Budgeting and Forecasting

3-way budgeting and forecasting connect the income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statement into a unified financial model. Reach Reporting allows accounting firms to build rolling forecasts, scenario plans, and cash flow projections using real-time financial data.

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Minimal Learning Curve

Built for ease of use, Reach Reporting eliminates steep learning curves often associated with budgeting and forecasting software. With a familiar spreadsheet experience and cloud-solution power, you can confidently dive into creating impactful budgets and forecasts within minutes.

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Integrated Financial Statements

Effortlessly generate Profit and Loss, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow statements for a complete view of your company’s financial health. Connected financials allow for enhanced and strategic financial planning and analysis (FP&A).

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Automated AR, AP, and Inventory Forecasting

Plan for Accounts Receivable (AR), Accounts Payable (AP), and Inventory Turnover with our automated calculations. Based on the timing of your payments and collections, forecast your Balance Sheet position without relying on complicated formulas.

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Automated Cash Flow Projections

Automate your liquidity projections from changes made to the Profit & Loss and Balance Sheet statements. Everything you decide to tweak, be it sales/expenses or a purchase/sale of an asset, or a new bank loan, will automatically reflect on your monthly cash flow and cash balance.

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Multi-Year Budgeting and Planning

Easily group different annual budgets by department or class, creating a comprehensive overview for long-term financial planning. Simplify tracking and adjust multi-year financial strategies, leveraging detailed insights to make informed decisions based on trends and changes.

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Custom Financial and Forecasting Algorithms

Budgets have evolved into a force to be reckoned with. Connect your data and use intuitive drivers with automated projections for each of your accounts. Leverage the prowess of forecasting algorithms or build custom calculations to propel your projections.

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Linked Datasheets for Scenario Planning

For an even more customized approach or scenario building, use a datasheet and create your own calculations. Incorporate non-financial and operational data into your planning, enabling a more comprehensive analysis.

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Identify Variances and Trends

With actuals vs budget/forecast data type, you can easily create strategic FP&A visuals, sort by department or class, and gain insights on deviations from targets as your book month progresses. Compare financial plans against real data and promptly adjust to a rapidly changing business environment.

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Track Budget and Forecast Progress Over Time

Set any budget or forecast status to track progress. Set defaults and automatically populate all your dashboards and reports with the newest targets. You can also leave comments to track your planning logic and decisions. Help others working on the budget understand the reasoning behind assumptions made.

Financial Planning Made Simple

Complete in minutes what can take weeks or months in other software. Our FP&A tool is powerful yet easy to use and implement. Gain comprehensive insights and foresights with automated cash flow and key performance indicator (KPI) projections. Simple planning is possible.

FAQ: Budgets and Forecasting 

These questions reflect what financial professionals commonly ask when evaluating financial budgeting and forecasting software.

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What is 3-way budgeting and forecasting?

3-way budgeting and forecasting connect the Profit and Loss, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow statements into a single financial model. Changes made to one statement automatically flow through the others, providing a complete and accurate financial picture.

Why is 3-way forecasting important for financial planning?

3-way forecasting helps accountants understand how operational decisions impact cash flow and financial position. By linking all three statements, teams can plan more accurately, avoid surprises, and make better-informed decisions.

How does 3-way forecasting improve cash flow visibility?

3-way forecasting automatically reflects changes in revenue, expenses, assets, and liabilities in cash flow projections. This allows accountants to see how timing differences affect liquidity and anticipate future cash needs.

Can budgets be created by department or class?

Yes. Budgets can be created and grouped by department or class, allowing more granular planning and performance tracking. This structure helps businesses understand how different areas contribute to overall financial results.

How does automated AR and AP forecasting work?

Automated AR and AP forecasting uses payment and collection timing to project receivables, payables, and inventory movement. These projections update automatically, eliminating the need for complex manual formulas.

What makes automated cash flow projections more accurate?

Automated cash flow projections update instantly as assumptions change across financial statements. This consistency reduces errors, improves reliability, and ensures forecasts reflect real business conditions.

Can financial forecasts extend across multiple years?

Yes. Multi-year budgeting allows accountants to group annual plans and analyze long-term trends. This supports strategic planning by showing how financial decisions impact the business over time.

How do custom financial formulas support forecasting?

Custom formulas and forecasting algorithms allow accountants to apply drivers and assumptions specific to their business. This flexibility improves modeling accuracy and supports scenario planning.

How can accountants track progress against budgets and forecasts?

Accountants can track progress by setting forecast statuses, updating targets, and documenting assumptions. Dashboards and reports automatically reflect the latest planning data, keeping teams aligned.