runway-and-burn

Calculate net monthly burn and cash runway from Mercury, Ramp, Stripe, and QuickBooks data.

Updated Jun 17, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/aircfo/claude-startup-finance --skill runway-and-burn
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: runway-and-burn
Source: https://github.com/aircfo/claude-startup-finance/tree/main/plugins/startup-finance/skills/runway-and-burn
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/aircfo/claude-startup-finance --skill runway-and-burn

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Calculates net monthly burn and cash runway for startups, simplifying financial forecasting for growth, fundraising, and board meetings.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Runway Calculation: Determines how long a startup can sustain operations with current cash on hand and burn rate.
  • Burn Rate Analysis: Provides a detailed breakdown of spend patterns and revenue, including cash inflows and outflows.
  • Use Case: When a user queries their runway status, "How long will our current cash last?"

Quick Start

Run the 'runway-and-burn' skill to get a detailed runway and burn rate analysis.

Frequently Asked Questions about runway-and-burn

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I calculate my startup's runway and burn rate using QuickBooks and Stripe?

To calculate startup runway and burn rate, this Skill analyzes bank and card transactions against revenue. It requires connecting Mercury, Ramp, and Stripe for transaction data, alongside QuickBooks for revenue recognition to determine net monthly burn.

What is a startup's cash runway and how is net monthly burn measured?

A startup's cash runway is how long current cash can sustain operations based on the burn rate. Net monthly burn is measured by analyzing cash inflows and outflows, detailing spend patterns and revenue across your connected financial systems.

Does this runway calculation tool work with Mercury and Ramp transaction data?

Yes, this runway calculation tool works with Mercury and Ramp transaction data. It requires access to both platforms to analyze bank and card transactions, along with Stripe and QuickBooks, to provide a detailed cash runway breakdown.

How do I analyze cash inflows and outflows for board meeting financial forecasting?

To analyze cash inflows and outflows for board meeting financial forecasting, run the Skill to generate a detailed breakdown of spend patterns and revenue. This simplifies communicating your current runway status and net burn metrics.

Do I need QuickBooks for revenue recognition to determine my current cash runway?

Yes, you need QuickBooks for revenue recognition to determine your current cash runway. The Skill requires QuickBooks alongside Mercury, Ramp, and Stripe to accurately compare cash outflows against recognized revenue.