The Finance Weekly

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Problem 1: Using Old and Cumbersome Excel Models Many of us have developed a financial reporting process that uses workarounds for limitations in our ERP software and to ensure we can meet our deadlines without accidentally breaking something. These legacy financial models typically appear overly complicated.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) 52

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Finance Data Analysis Financial Modeling 52

The Finance Weekly

JULY 19, 2022

FP&A teams are responsible for a variety of activities, including periodic financial close and consolidations, strategic and annual planning, monthly forecasting, cash flow forecasting, financial reporting, financial modeling, and what-if scenario planning and analysis. Strategic financial planning.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) 96

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Budgeting Forecasting Planning 96

Spreadym

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Spreadym Spreadym is a corporate performance management (CPM) software designed to optimize various facets of performance management within a company, including planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.

SAP 59

SAP Budgeting Forecasting Auditing 59

CFO Talks

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Instead of relying on a single forecast, consider creating multiple financial models that reflect best-case, worst-case, and moderate scenarios. Actionable Steps: Conduct an audit of your current cost structure and identify areas where fixed costs can be converted to variable costs (e.g.,

Leverage 52

Leverage Forecasting Communication Economics 52

The Finance Weekly

JANUARY 21, 2024

Problem 1: Using Old and Cumbersome Excel Models Many of us have developed a financial reporting process that uses workarounds for limitations in our ERP software and to ensure we can meet our deadlines without accidentally breaking something. These legacy financial models typically appear overly complicated.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) 40

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Finance Data Analysis Financial Modeling 40

CFO Talks

MARCH 14, 2024

The position of Chief Financial Officer has evolved significantly over the past few decades. No longer confined to the guardianship of financial reporting and compliance, modern CFOs are now pivotal strategists and advisors at the heart of corporate decision-making. Delegation and Empowerment: No CFO can do it all alone.

Prioritization 52

Prioritization CFO Leverage Risk Management 52

Centage

OCTOBER 3, 2022

The process of generating what-if scenarios and financial models or incorporating several variables at once could be time-consuming. The multi-dimensional model could also be challenging to envision, which may lead to errors and oversights. Fraud can be challenging to prevent if there is a lack of an audit trail with Excel.

Forecasting 52

Forecasting Budgeting Data Analysis Financial Modeling 52

The Finance Weekly

APRIL 13, 2024

The finance industry employs a multitude of software solutions to facilitate budget creation, and financial reporting, and to assist financial analysts and investors with financial planning and forecasting. Datarails is a valuable tool for companies seeking streamlined reporting for themselves and their stakeholders.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) 52

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Finance Invoicing Budgeting 52

Cube Software

MAY 11, 2023

These financial modeling tools are one of the most important to help a company prepare for any kind of scenario imaginable and map out a future trajectory. Pro forma statements are financial projections that ask and attempt to answer "what if" questions. That's where pro forma statements come into play.

GAAP 40

GAAP Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Profit and Loss Accounting Principles 40

Onplan

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

OnPlan is a financial modeling and forecasting tool built by financial planners and analysts. Adaptive is one option companies use for modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. With self-service financial reporting, individuals can personalize and share reports as required.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) 52

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Budgeting Forecasting Planning 52