Managing Cash Flow and Budgeting
Presenters : Doubt Moyo
Overview
Cash flow management and budgeting are essential pillars of sound financial management. They ensure that businesses not only survive but thrive in dynamic economic environments. Effective cash flow management enables organisations to maintain liquidity, meet financial obligations, and make informed investment decisions. Budgeting, on the other hand, serves as a roadmap for planning, controlling, and evaluating financial performance.
Join Doubt Moyo (ACCA, ICTA) as he unpacks the fundamentals of cash flow and budgeting, guiding participants through practical tools and strategies to forecast, manage, and optimise financial resources. This session will empower accounting and finance professionals to strengthen business stability, support growth initiatives, and enhance overall financial efficiency.
Learning objectives
By attending this webinar you will gain the following competencies:
• Understand the key differences between profit and cash flow and their implications for business performance.
• Develop effective budgeting and forecasting techniques for improved financial control.
• Apply cash flow management strategies to maintain liquidity and operational efficiency.
• Analyse the working capital cycle and implement measures to optimise cash conversion.
• Leverage budgeting as a tool for proactive cash flow planning and risk management.
Content
The webinar will cover the following topics:
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Introduction to Cash Flow Management and Budgeting
o Understanding the importance of cash flow for business continuity.
o Differentiating between cash flow management and budgeting.
o Key financial concepts: liquidity and solvency.
o Practical cash flow management techniques. -
Working Capital and Liquidity Management
o Components of working capital and their impact on cash flow.
o Strategies to reduce the working capital cycle.
o Methods for improving receivables and payables management. -
Budgeting and Forecasting for Financial Stability
o Cash flow forecasting techniques (direct, indirect, and rolling forecasts).
o Using ERP systems to enhance visibility and cash planning.
o Budgeting as a cash flow management tool.
o Common budgeting and forecasting mistakes to avoid.
