How to Perform Budget Variance Analysis (Step-by-Step Guide)
Most nonprofit organizations often lack clarity on why actual expenses exceed their budget during their fiscal year.
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Megan Alba
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June 25, 2025
In today’s fast-changing accounting landscape, client expectations are rising while staffing resources remain tight. Firms are under pressure to deliver more strategic insights without burning out their teams. That’s exactly why Martus Solutions created the Martus Accounting Program (MAP)—a purpose-built solution designed to help outsourced accounting and advisory teams scale smarter, not harder.
The MAP program gives outsourced accounting professionals, fractional CFOs, and advisory-first firms the tools they need to deliver high-impact client service—without increasing headcount. Whether you’re managing back-office delivery, strategic financial planning, or both, MAP brings automation, collaboration, and clarity into one powerful platform.
Key benefits of the Martus Accounting Program include:
Tailored for CAS and Advisory
Designed specifically for outsourced accounting teams, MAP helps firms deliver budgeting and forecasting as a service while streamlining core reporting workflows.
Fast and Flexible Implementation
Get up and running quickly. With role-based training, a dedicated CAS portal, and minimal lift required, MAP is built for firms that want to move fast without sacrificing quality.
Partner-First Support
Every firm gets white-glove onboarding, ongoing support, and a dedicated success team to help you grow your practice with confidence.
Nonprofit-Ready, Business-Friendly
Whether you’re serving businesses, nonprofits, or a mix of both, MAP adapts to the unique needs of your client base.
Several Top 100 CAS and advisory firms have already adopted Martus to enhance collaboration, simplify budgeting, and deliver real-time financial insights. From improved planning to streamlined reporting, MAP is already driving results.
To lead this new initiative, Martus has brought on Cameron Sigurdson as Director of Client Accounting Services. Cameron brings deep experience in HCM, payroll, and AP software, along with a sharp understanding of the day-to-day challenges CAS teams face. Previously, he led CAS and bookkeeper programs at Ottimate, and now he’s applying that insight to help Martus partners scale with confidence.
“The accounting industry is evolving,” says Cameron. “Firms need tools that can grow with them. By combining automation, a collaborative budgeting platform, and easy-to-use reporting, Martus helps CAS teams deepen client relationships and stand out in a competitive market.”
The Martus Accounting Program is now available to accounting firms and fractional CFOs looking to increase efficiency, expand advisory offerings, and deliver greater client value.
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