Your close sets the pace for everything else.
If it’s slow, manual, or unpredictable, it drags down reporting, clouds decision-making, and burns out your team. But if it’s fast, automated, and accurate, finance becomes a driver of clarity and growth.
This guide is designed to help you modernize every part of the month-end process in 2026. It covers everything from identifying roadblocks to implementing automation that actually works. Whether you’re stuck in spreadsheets or already streamlining with AI, you’ll find practical steps and proven examples for building a close process that scales.
Take the 2 Minute Quiz
Not sure where to begin? Start by answering a few quick questions about how your current close process works.
You’ll get:
- A benchmark of where you stand today
- A breakdown of what’s working and what’s holding you back
- A personalized path through the guide based on your results
No long forms. No fluff. Just clear next steps.
What Happens Next?
After the quiz, you’ll be directed to the most relevant chapter of the guide. This could be focused on eliminating close delays, automating core workflows, or learning how to implement new tools without switching ERPs.
You can also skip ahead to any chapter from the homepage.
Ready to see how your close compares? Start the Quiz:
See what automated closing looks like in action: Book a demo and explore how Nominal helps finance teams close faster, reduce errors, and scale without more headcount.
