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In this episode of CFO 4.0, Hannah Munro is joined by Matt Topham, Director of Practical CFO, to explore what makes a modern CFO truly effective—from KPIs to strategic decision-making.
Key topics covered:
- Matt’s unconventional journey to CFO
- The realities of working as a fractional CFO and identifying clients ready for change
- How to use KPIs like productivity, overhead rate, and LTV to CAC to guide decisions
- Why speed and imperfection often beat precision in fast-moving environments
- Managing cash, growth, and risk
- Practical tips for new CFOs on building meaningful KPIs and driving strategic clarity
Links mentioned:
- Matt's Linkedin
- Learn more about Practical CFO
- Explore other CFO 4.0 Podcast episodes here.
- Subscribe to our Podcast!
Chapters
1. Meet Matt Topham, Practical CFO (00:00:00)
2. The Role of a Fractional CFO (00:03:22)
3. Making Decisions with Imperfect Information (00:06:24)
4. Key KPIs for Strategic Decision Making (00:10:49)
5. Understanding Productivity and Overhead Rates (00:19:13)
6. LTV to CAC: The Hero KPI (00:28:14)
7. Cash Flow and Business Growth (00:36:49)
8. Building Effective KPIs for Your Business (00:45:21)
9. Final Thoughts and Business Planning (00:50:31)
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