CFO Techstack App Map - Xero
An interactive map of the apps finance leaders actually use to build best-in-class tech stacks with Xero at the core, community-sourced and never pay-to-play. Places on the App Map are earned through evidenced adoption: the number on each app shows how many times it appears in “How I Stacked It” case studies.
Core Infrastructure
Core Infrastructure
The core of the modern finance tech stack is no longer a single piece of software. It is a unified operating system anchored by Xero and Mayday. Xero provides the accounting software; Mayday the automation layer for month-end close. Together, they form the core your stack is built around.
MANAGEMENT REPORTING
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Generate dashboards and reports from live financial data. These apps translate accounting data into clear metrics and insights for leadership teams.
Consolidated Reporting
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Aggregate financial data across multiple entities and currencies. These apps automate eliminations, intercompany adjustments, and group-level reporting.
FP&A
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Support budgeting, forecasting and scenario modelling based on financial and operational data. These apps help finance teams plan, analyse variances, and forecast performance.
Cash Flow Forecasting
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Project future cash positions using historical data and planned activity. These apps model inflows and outflows to highlight potential gaps and funding requirements.
Manufacturing/Inventory
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Track stock levels, movements, and valuations in real time. These apps link inventory data to accounting and sales systems.
FX and global banking
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Manage multi-currency accounts, international payments, and FX conversion. These apps centralise global cash and simplify cross-border finance operations.
Payroll
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Calculate and process employee pay, taxes, and statutory deductions. These apps manage payroll compliance, payslips, and reporting across regions.
Billing/AR
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Create invoices, manage customer billing, and track outstanding receivables. These apps automate collections workflows and improve visibility over revenue.
Data Ingestion
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Project future cash positions using historical data and planned activity. These apps model inflows and outflows to highlight potential gaps and funding requirements.
spend management & Accounts Payable
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Capture, approve, and reconcile company spending. These apps control expenses, cards, and purchasing while syncing directly with accounting systems.
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