How AR Outsourcing Helps CFOs Prepare for Investor Reporting and M&A Activity

See how AR outsourcing helps CFOs automate reporting, clean up receivables, and support due diligence for M&A and investor presentations.

When CFOs are preparing for investor expectations, reporting deadlines, or high-stakes M&A activity, internal finance teams often face several challenges: 

• Legacy AR tools or manual processes slow down collections and reporting 
• Inconsistent receivables data makes it difficult to provide financial clarity 
• Finance teams encounter resource bottlenecks and backlogs

These issues not only delay investor reporting but also create unnecessary risks during due diligence. 

Investors and buyers expect clean books and dependable reporting. When aged receivables, unresolved disputes, or frequent write-offs appear in your AR ledger, it raises red flags. 

• Accurate AR data is key for M&A data readiness
• Unpaid or aged invoices can create deal friction
• Inconsistent AR processes compromise financial reporting automation

A strong AR function supports CFO back-office support objectives by delivering timely, accurate receivables insight. 

CFOs are increasingly turning to accounts receivable outsourcing to gain control and clarity in their receivables management. 

At ARDEM, our outsourced AR team provides: 

• Automated collections, standardized invoicing, and dispute resolution 
• On-demand aging reports and clean audit trails 
• Workflow tools that enhance visibility, speed, and accuracy 

Accounts receivable outsourcing allows finance leaders to: 

• Eliminate manual bottlenecks 
• Ensure M&A-ready data and clean investor-facing reports 
• Get access to accounts receivable management services without adding internal headcount 

Case Example – Intercom Industry Client Gearing Up for Investment

A U.S.-based intercom systems company turned to ARDEM to overhaul their AR process in anticipation of investor engagement and M&A preparation. Through accounts receivable outsourcing, they transitioned from manual processing to full AR automation with: 

• Centralized dashboards 
• Automated reconciliation 
• 24/7 managed receivables team

Results: 

• Reduced Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) within 90 days 
• Increased cash flow predictability 
• Audit-ready receivables reporting for investor presentations

Read the full case study here.

Explore Accounts Receivable Outsourcing 

ARDEM is one of the leading business process outsourcing companies in the US. We have deep experience supporting CFO back-office support and high-growth firms preparing for investor reporting or M&A activity. 

We provide: 

• U.S.-based account managers and real-time reporting dashboards 
• A Talent + Outcome delivery model to manage AR functions effectively 
• Custom workflows that integrate with your finance stack 

Our clients benefit from: 

• Reduced DSO 
• Full audit visibility 
• Seamless collaboration between internal teams and our outsourced AR team

As your accounts receivable outsourcing partner, ARDEM gives you the control, consistency, and scalability needed to support investors and buyers alike. 

When accuracy, timing, and data transparency matter most, CFOs can’t rely on outdated processes. Accounts receivable outsourcing helps create the reporting precision that investor conversations demand.

Whether you’re planning your next round of funding, preparing for an exit, or improving financial hygiene, ARDEM’s accounts receivable management services offer an agile and scalable solution. Talk to us to get started with your accounts receivable outsourcing services.