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Learn the definition of SaaS deferred revenue, why it’s important to your accounting practices, and how to properly calculate it.
Finance Stack
Learn about the features and pricing of QuickBooks Online plans, plus our recommendation for the best version of QuickBooks Online for startups.
Startup Accounting
When the person responsible for your bookkeeping and accounting is not up to the task, it can cause real problems for your business. Be aware of signs of a bad bookkeeper, and alternative solutions available to you.
The right SaaS billing solution makes it easy to collect and track subscription payments. Learn how three popular recurring billing systems stack up.
Need help with financial management? Make an informed decision about your options: a CFO vs. a controller vs. a finance platform like Zeni.
Learn SaaS accounting basics, what makes SaaS accounting different, and what to look for in a SaaS accounting solution in this guide from Zeni.
Founder Toolkit
A pre-seed funding round can give your startup an investment boost. Learn how to pitch to investors and secure funding at this early stage.
Looking for CFO support but without the high price point? Learn how much a part-time CFO will cost in 2021 and what’s included in the pricing.
Confused by SaaS revenue recognition? We cover the rules you need to follow and explain how to apply them to your startup.
GAAP accounting standards may seem intimidating, but they're an important step in helping startups lay a solid financial foundation. Why GAAP for startups? Learn more here.
Virtual bookkeeping is a flexible and convenient alternative to on-site services. But what is virtual bookkeeping? And is it right for your business?
As an early stage startup, funds are limited. Especially when it comes to sales and marketing. Using Hubspot has allowed us to scale our growth without spending traditional startup resources on sales and marketing. Here are our tips.
If you have employees, you need a reliable payroll system. Here are 11 key features to look for in payroll software for startups.
Thinking of setting up accounts payable automation for your startup or small business? These best practices will help you streamline your processes.
A startup financial model can be a powerful growth tool—if it’s set up right. There are a few key things all founders should know before they start.
Still paying your business bills manually? Find out more about the advantages of bill paying software and how it can save you time, money, and sanity.