Cash flow forecast in Odoo: build a CFO dashboard in 30 minutes

In today’s fast‑paced financial world, a cash flow forecast is essential. Whether you operate in Antwerp’s construction sector or run a retail chain in Ghent, real‑time insight into liquidity gives you the edge. Odoo accounting software makes this possible.

In this guide you’ll learn how to build a CFO dashboard for cash flow forecasting in just 30 minutes. It’s perfect for businesses in logistics, IT, consulting, marketing, retail or construction that want to steer faster and smarter.

Why cash flow forecasting matters for Belgian companies

Liquidity rules in Belgium, where margins are tight and administrative duties are heavy. Knowing when cash is needed for investments, salaries or VAT is crucial.

Odoo lets you:

1. Forecast future cash position from open customer and vendor invoices
2. Automatically generate recurring cash flow reports
3. Break down cash inflows and outflows per project or client

With Belgian VAT obligations, accurate, real‑time cash flow info is not just useful, it ensures compliance.

Step by step: build your CFO dashboard in Odoo

You don’t need to be a developer, just follow these steps in Odoo:

1. Activate cash flow reporting

Go to Accounting settings and enable cash flow forecast and projected entries.

2. Set up your CFO dashboard

On the Accounting dashboard, add:

1. Expected incoming payments (open invoices)
2. Expected outgoing payments (vendor bills)
3. Bank accounts and current balances
4. Key VAT and tax deadlines

Optionally, include project-level cash flow if you operate in construction or consulting.

3. Automate updates and alerts

Use Odoo Studio or automated actions to:

1. Schedule weekly or monthly cash flow summaries
2. Trigger alerts for low cash balances
3. Share reports automatically with CFOs or accountants

In under 30 minutes, gain a fully operational dashboard for real‑time cash flow monitoring.

Why Odoo accounting gives you more insight

If you still use Excel or multiple systems, you miss out on Odoo’s integration benefits:

1. Automatically link sales, purchase, bank transactions and taxes
2. Comply with Belgian accounting and VAT regulations
3. Use AI features for invoice recognition and reconciliation

All that adds up to big time and stress savings for reliable cash flow forecasting.

Conclusion: a forward‑looking solution for Belgian CFOs

At Bodoo we guide you through Odoo implementation with a sector-specific, growth-driven approach. Want to see your CFO dashboard in action?