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In this episode of Future Finance, hosts Paul Barnhurst and Glenn Hopper sit down with Riya Grover to explore how AI is transforming order-to-cash workflows. The conversation explores billing automation, revenue operations, and the evolving role of finance teams. Riya shares her entrepreneurial journey and how Sequence is building the first agentic AR platform. This episode is packed with practical insights for modern finance leaders navigating AI adoption.
Riya Grover is the Co-founder and CEO at Sequence. Sequence, backed by a16z with $40M raised, is building the first agentic platform for accounts receivable. The company helps B2B businesses automate quoting, billing, invoicing, and revenue recognition, especially for complex pricing and custom contracts. Prior to Sequence, Riya founded Feedr, a venture-backed company that exited to Compass Group in 2020. She holds an MBA from Harvard Business School and a BA in Economics and Management from Oxford University.
In this episode, you will discover:
Why building a two-sided marketplace is incredibly difficult
How modern B2B pricing models break traditional billing systems
The difference between deterministic systems and generative AI in finance
Why human-in-the-loop design is critical for financial AI agents
What the future finance tech stack will look like in the next five years

Riya explains how complex contracts, usage-based pricing, and custom deal structures create massive billing challenges for growing companies. Sequence solves this by combining deterministic billing foundations with AI-powered workflow agents. The discussion highlights where AI should and should not be used in finance operations. Trust, auditability, and human oversight remain central to successful AI implementation.

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Website: https://www.sequencehq.com/
Sequence Series A Fundraising: Announcement

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Future Finance is sponsored by QFlow.ai, the strategic finance platform solving the toughest part of planning and analysis: B2B revenue. Align sales, marketing, and finance, speed up decision-making, and lock in accountability with QFlow.ai.

Stay tuned for a deeper understanding of how AI is shaping the future of finance and what it means for businesses...

In this episode of The ModSquad, Paul Barnhurst, Ian Schnoor, and Giles Male put Claude 4.6 to the test on real financial modeling accreditation cases. From three-statement forecasts to complex debt sculpting scenarios, the team examines just how far AI tools have come. The results are impressive, but not flawless. The discussion explores what this leap forward means for finance professionals and whether modeling is truly entering a new AI-assisted era.
Ian Schnoor is Executive Director of the Financial Modeling Institute (FMI), the global accreditation body for financial modeling professionals. He brings extensive experience in modeling, training, and industry standards. Giles Male is Co-Founder of Full Stack Modeller and a two-time Microsoft MVP. He specializes in Excel, financial modeling systems, and practical AI implementation.
Expect to Learn
How Claude 4.6 performs on real financial modeling accreditation cases
Where AI tools still make subtle but significant modeling errors
The difference between automation and augmentation in AI usage
Why strong modeling fundamentals remain essential
Practical ways to begin integrating AI into your modeling workflow

Here are a few quotes from the episode:
“I’m not even doing this from a testing perspective now. I’m just using it because it’s adding so much value.” – Giles Male
“Modeling is just as much about the process as it is about the end result.” – Ian Schnoor

Claude 4.6 marks a significant step forward in AI-assisted financial modeling, handling complex builds faster than ever before. However, subtle errors still highlight the need for strong technical knowledge and human oversight. The future of modeling isn’t replacement, it’s skilled professionals using AI to work smarter and deliver greater value.

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In today’s episode:
[04:06] – Testing Claude
[11:14] – Augmentation vs. Automation in Modeling
[18:14] – The Value of Documentation in Modeling
[28:43] – Debt Modeling with AI
[33:20] – Transition from Manual to AI-Enhanced Modeling
[38:16] – Testing with New Tools
[41:24] – Debt and Equity Modeling with AI
[46:45] – Claude's Progress & Areas for Improvement
[57:33] – Final Thoughts

In this episode of FP&A Unlocked, host Paul Barnhurst sits down with Rey del Valle to discuss what it really takes to move from reporting the business to steering it. Rey shares lessons from more than 25 years across media, entertainment, ecommerce, and fintech, explaining why curiosity, collaboration, and driver-based modeling are essential to effective finance leadership.
Rey del Valle is a strategic CFO with deep roots in FP&A, having built his career at organizations such as FedEx, Norwegian Cruise Line, MTV Networks, and The Walt Disney Company. He has since served as CFO and advisor for companies including Ticketmaster, AXS, Guitar Center, OpenX, and several entertainment-focused fintech platforms.

Expect to Learn:
What great FP&A looks like beyond spreadsheets and reporting
The biggest mindset shift required when moving from FP&A to CFO
Why curiosity and operational understanding matter in finance
How collaboration plays a key role in successful turnarounds
How benchmarks and driver-based models uncover opportunities

Here are a few relevant quotes from the episode:
“FP&A is about taking data and turning it into actionable insight so the business can actually do something with it.” - Rey del Valle
“Our role in finance is not to look at numbers for their own sake, it is to help the company make better decisions.” - Rey del Valle

Rey shares practical insights on how FP&A teams can become stronger strategic partners by understanding business drivers, building models that support decision-making, and working closely with operations. He emphasizes that finance leaders create the most value when they listen first, stay curious, and help teams translate strategy into execution, especially during periods of change.

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Company - https://www.linkedin.com/company/everestadvisorsllc/

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In this episode of Future Finance, hosts Paul Barnhurst and Glenn Hopper discuss their latest experiences in the finance world. They explore how tools like Claude and Copilot are transforming workflows, and Glenn shares how he tackled personal finance challenges, from tracking expenses to handling journal entries. Glenn also highlights a real-world example of using these tools for bookkeeping and expense tracking, giving listeners insights into how these technologies can streamline financial tasks.
In this episode, you will discover:
How tools are changing workflows in finance and accounting
Real-world use of tools for bookkeeping and expense tracking
The speed of technology development and its impact on financial tasks
How small businesses can leverage Excel for planning and reporting
The challenges and benefits of using financial assistants for business workflows

Paul and Glenn discuss how tools like Claude and Copilot are transforming finance workflows, saving time, and improving efficiency. The future of finance is evolving rapidly, and businesses of all sizes should embrace these innovations to stay ahead.

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Follow Paul:
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Future Finance is sponsored by QFlow.ai, the strategic finance platform solving the toughest part of planning and analysis: B2B revenue. Align sales, marketing, and finance, speed up decision-making, and lock in accountability with QFlow.ai.

Stay tuned for a deeper understanding of how AI is shaping the future of finance and what it means for businesses and individuals alike.

In Today’s Episode:
[00:45] – Glenn's Recent AI Breakthroughs
[02:24] – Frustration with ChatGPT & Switching to Claude
[04:22] – Using Claude for Personal Finance
[07:00] – Organizing Expenses & Journal Entries
[09:45] – Claude’s Role in Financial Workflow Automation
[11:15] – Copilot vs. Claude: A Quick Comparison
[14:00] – AI’s Influence on Financial Planning Tools
[16:45] – Rapid AI Advancements and Global Competition
[19:15] – Closing Thoughts & Final Remarks

In this episode of Financial Modeler's Corner, host Paul Barnhurst is joined by Chris Reilly, founder of Financial Modeling Education, for an insightful discussion on the importance of mastering financial modeling fundamentals in the age of AI. Chris shares his perspective on how AI is transforming the modeling industry, why understanding the basics is more important than ever, and how dynamic arrays are changing the modeling landscape.
Chris Reilly is a financial modeling expert with over 91,000 students trained globally. He has a diverse background, having worked in private equity and FP&A, and has developed a range of training programs through Wall Street Prep, Wharton, LinkedIn Learning, and his own courses. Chris emphasizes that strong foundational knowledge in finance and accounting is crucial to leveraging AI and new technologies effectively.
Expect to Learn
Why mastering the fundamentals of financial modeling is essential in an AI-driven world
How Chris integrates AI tools to enhance his modeling work
The role of dynamic arrays in streamlining financial models
The balance between technical skills and business decision-making
Insights on why complex models aren't always better

Here are a few quotes from the episode:
“AI is a magnifier. If you know what you're doing, it helps you get more done. If not, it makes problems worse.” - Chris Reilly
“The real goal of any model is to help the business understand what to do next, not just to show off technical skills.” - Chris Reilly

Chris highlights how AI can help with dynamic arrays and improve model efficiency, but stresses that it should never replace the need for a strong understanding of financial fundamentals. His focus is on helping modelers leverage the right technology without bypassing essential knowledge.

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-reilly-mission-capital/
Homepage: https://www.financialmodelingeducation.com/
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