In this NachoNacho interview, Darell Brown explains how project-based businesses can improve financial visibility by aligning their accounting systems with their actual operational workflows. He discusses common issues like overreliance on spreadsheets, inaccurate project tracking, and poor cash flow forecasting, while highlighting how customized accounting workflows, automation, and project-level reporting can help companies make smarter decisions, improve financial discipline, and avoid costly surprises.

• Most accounting systems are built for tax compliance, not operational decision-making.
• Poor project tracking often causes cash flow problems and inaccurate reporting.
• Customized workflows and project-based accounting improve financial visibility.
• Overusing spreadsheets creates delays, errors, and disconnected systems.
• Better financial controls and reporting help companies operate more efficiently and attract investors.