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How to Fix Cash Flow Problems

Sarah Jenkins
Sarah Jenkins
Principal CFO Advisor
June 1, 2026
How to Fix Cash Flow Problems

You don't have a cash flow problem. You have a visibility problem.

Every business owner who says “we have a cash flow problem” actually means: “I don't know where my cash is, where it's going, or what my position will be in 60 days.” That is a different problem with a different solution – and it is one of the most solvable problems in business.

The 5-System Fix

To permanently stabilize your cash reserves and ensure complete forward-looking control, you need to install these five systems:

1

Rolling 13-week cash forecast

Predictive modeling updated weekly (never monthly) showing precise receipts and disbursements.

2

Accounts receivable tracking

Track receivables aging as a leading indicator of performance, not a lagging historical report.

3

Vendor payment optimization

Align payment terms to match and protect working capital buffers.

4

Revenue recognition alignment

Align accounting revenue recognition definitions with actual cash collection timing.

5

Minimum cash reserve threshold

Establish and strictly protect a minimum capital reserve floor to absorb market shocks.

You should never be surprised by your cash position. We turn accounting from a rearview mirror into a high-powered GPS.

Sarah Jenkins

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