E78 Partners

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Implement driver-based forecasting that links operational metrics to financial outcomes. Ensure FP&A leaders participate in performance reviews, business health assessments, and financial insights to enable more informed decision-making. Establish a dedicated analyst team for tactical financial modeling.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) 59

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Cash Flow Forecasting Forecasting Financial Modeling 59

Creative CFP

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

A key step in assessing the viability of a business plan is forecasting what could be achieved, taking into account as many factors as possible. Enter the Financial Model. Because no two businesses are the same, the specific inputs to every Financial Model are unique.

Financial Modeling 52

Financial Modeling Manufacturing Forecasting CFO 52

Creative CFP

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

A key step in assessing the viability of a business plan is forecasting what could be achieved, taking into account as many factors as possible. Enter the Financial Model. Because no two businesses are the same, the specific inputs to every Financial Model are unique.

Financial Modeling 52

Financial Modeling Manufacturing Forecasting Valuation 52

Spreadym

JULY 14, 2023

Financial models are mathematical representations or frameworks used to analyze the financial performance and make predictions about the future financial outcomes of a business, project, or investment. Financial models can take different forms depending on their purpose and complexity.

Financial Modeling 52

Financial Modeling Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) Valuation Budgeting 52

Cube Software

AUGUST 31, 2022

Financial modeling software makes it easy to create accurate financial forecasts —without having to wade through incomprehensible mounds of data.

Financial Modeling 52

Financial Modeling Forecasting 52

E78 Partners

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Enhancing Cross-Departmental Collaboration for Accurate Insights Audits impact more than just the finance team; for an accurate, holistic view, the audit process should engage departments like HR, legal, and financial planning and analysis (FP&A).

Auditing 59

Auditing Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) GAAP Compliance 59

CFO Share

JUNE 11, 2024

Accurate financial forecasting is crucial for small businesses, but developing and updating forecasts can be time-consuming, frustrating, and ultimately inaccurate. Precise forecasts provide the roadmap for future growth, but most small companies spin their wheels developing and maintaining forecasts.

Forecasting 52

Forecasting Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) CFO Financial Modeling 52

Fpanda Club

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

The list of typical FP&A activities usually includes planning, budgeting, forecasting, analysis, management reporting and performance management. Forecasting is the practice of making regular predictions about the company’s expected future results based on the past and present data as well as on the anticipated future events.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) 130

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Corporate Finance Communication Forecasting 130

CFO Share

JULY 8, 2021

A 13 week cash flow forecast is a short term forecast used during liquidity shortfalls to plan a company’s cash flows and avoid financial distress such as missing payroll, defaulting on debt, and ending up in bankruptcy or receivership. When to use a 13 week cash flow forecast. How to make a 13 week cash flow forecast.

Cash Flow Forecasting 59

Cash Flow Forecasting Forecasting Accounts Payable CFO 59

Fpanda Club

APRIL 11, 2021

Whether in a startup or in a well-known corporation, it is hard for FP&A practitioners to avoid building financial models of these 3 basic financial statements. In this case financial models and scenarios can be simplified based on the trade-off between details/level of accuracy and speed.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) 130

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Forecasting Budgeting Financial Modeling 130

Global Finance

MARCH 4, 2025

Of course well have to weigh the freight cost versus the tariff as well as other options, looking at things like geopolitical risk, natural disasters in certain countries, market fluctuations, and then thereafter use financial models to quantify the financial impact and to develop risk mitigation strategies.

Economics 75

Economics Forecasting CFO Investments 75

Future CFO

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

CFOs are telling their FP&A leaders that they need to improve flexibility of budgeting and forecasting, enable faster capital reallocation, and updated financial models to reflect rapidly changing business realities,” Pritika Bhattacharjee, vice president, research in the Gartner Finance practice, pointed out.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) 97

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Technology Forecasting Budgeting 97

CFO Share

MARCH 23, 2021

A rolling 12-month forecast projects financial performance over a 12-month time horizon using the “add/drop” approach to forecasting. Unlike a budget or calendar year forecast, a rolling 12-month forecast adds one month to the forecast period each time a month is closed so that you are continuously forecasting for 12 months.

Forecasting 52

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

Centage

OCTOBER 3, 2022

This accessible program can accomplish various tasks, such as financial forecasting and budgeting. If your business has used Excel for financial forecasting, you may have found some challenges with the program. Why Businesses Use Spreadsheets for Financial Forecasting. Risk of Errors.

Forecasting 52

Forecasting Budgeting Data Analysis Financial Modeling 52

Spreadym

JUNE 6, 2023

Financial forecasting refers to the process of estimating or predicting future financial outcomes and performance based on historical data, trends, and assumptions. Financial forecasting is a critical aspect of financial planning and decision-making for businesses, organizations, and individuals.

Forecasting 52

Forecasting Budgeting Planning Financial Modeling 52

CFO Talks

JANUARY 14, 2025

The integration of sustainability into budgeting, forecasting, and investment decisions. Developing innovative financial models that align with sustainability goals. The Role of Finance in Sustainability CFOs are increasingly involved in driving sustainability initiatives. Adopting technologies for more efficient ESG reporting.

CFO 52

CFO Finance Economics Financial Modeling 52

Future CFO

JUNE 24, 2024

The basic concepts I always hold on to when it comes to financial statement analysis are as follows: The financial statements should tell the story of the period. The budget and forecast should reflect the Company’s plans, visions, expectations and educated guesses on the market trends. No coding is required.

Auditing 111

Auditing Financial Analysis Forecasting Reconciliations 111

Centage

AUGUST 8, 2023

Excel requires a lot of specialized knowledge and managing financials within it can be particularly brittle and unreliable. Multiple Users and Sharing Spreadsheets In the early days of a company’s life cycle, it can easily set up its financials in a single workbook on a single budget spreadsheet.

Budgeting 98

Budgeting Planning Forecasting Financial Modeling 98

CFO Plans

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

By implementing Data-Driven Financial Strategies , businesses can enhance their cash flow management, ensuring they have the necessary capital to support expansion efforts. Consider a financial services company that managed to scale its operations by prioritizing cash flow optimization.

CFO 52

CFO Cost Management Leverage Planning 52

Centage

OCTOBER 17, 2022

As you start your financial planning for 2023 and beyond, follow these steps to solidify your three-year strategic plan and boost the odds of achieving your business’ goals. If you want to forecast your financial future, start by looking back at past performance. Set the past as your baseline to predict the future.

Strategic Planning 98

Strategic Planning Planning Cash Flow Forecasting Forecasting 98

E78 Partners

JULY 19, 2023

As we approach the planning cycle for 2024, organizations are recognizing the immense value of harnessing the power of forecasting, planning, and analytics (FP&A). Through insightful financial analysis and trend forecasting, we offer invaluable insights that drive performance and ensure financial stability.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) 52

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

Future CFO

APRIL 30, 2024

Gerry Chng , Risk Advisory Executive Director at Deloitte Singapore , sees that one of the key uses of Generative AI is the ability to create synthetic data to augment existing data points in a more cost-effective manner, which in turn makes it easier to conduct financial modelling and risk analysis.

Finance 97

Finance Risk Analysis Financial Modeling Leverage 97

The Finance Weekly

JULY 19, 2022

FP&A software assists CFOs, finance leaders, and FP&A experts in ensuring the financial health of their organization by tracking and analyzing current outcomes and forecasting future performance. Strategic financial planning. Using sophisticated financial modeling to prepare and plan for various scenarios.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) 96

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

Spreadym

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) candidates are professionals who specialize in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis within an organization. They play a critical role in helping companies make informed financial decisions and allocate resources effectively.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) 59

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Financial Analysis Financial Modeling Budgeting 59

E78 Partners

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

It’s about creating a financial roadmap that not only meets immediate operational needs but also aligns with the long-term vision for growth and profitability. Key Components of an Effective Budget Planning Process An effective budget planning process requires comprehensive planning, detailed financial modeling, and continuous monitoring.

Budgeting 59

Budgeting Planning Financial Modeling Forecasting 59

CFO Talks

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

From the financial side, I am heavily involved in the scoping of the AFE, ensuring all financial models, scenario planning, and required returns are accurately detailed. When I joined, the company was facing significant financial and operational challenges.

Finance 98

Finance Profit and Loss CFO Leadership 98

CFO Talks

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

This means going beyond spreadsheets and embracing tools that allow for deeper scenario planning, forecasting, and business intelligence reporting. Conclusion: A Mindset Shift for the Future of Finance Building a culture of insightful financial analysis is not about adding more reports or increasing the complexity of financial models.

Numbers 52

Numbers Financial Analysis Financial Analyst Financial Data 52

Planful

MARCH 16, 2016

This makes it difficult for companies to have confidence in their financial forecasts and models, resulting in a weakened ability to inform business decisions. The cloud also makes it easy to integrate operational and financial data, which increases accuracy and ensures forecasts are aligned with company goals.

Forecasting 40

Forecasting Financial Data Financial Modeling Budgeting 40

Fpanda Club

APRIL 18, 2022

In this context your product should stand out to attract the customer’s attention: financial models should be user-friendly and easy to understand, reports - present information in a concise manner with a strong emphasis on valuable insights. Hear: This quadrant focuses on what a user hears and how it is influencing them.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) 130

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Marketing Finance Forecasting 130

Jedox Finance

SEPTEMBER 10, 2020

Reinventing for dynamic forecasting. Now, CFOs must go further with dynamic forecasting. For dynamic forecasting to work effectively, CFOs need a scenario and modeling platform that supports real-time data updates. Instead of only tracking to an outdated budget, driver-based scenario forecasts become a primary tool.

CFO 69

CFO Forecasting Budgeting Financial Modeling 69

Centage

AUGUST 24, 2022

With the manual data entry, formulas, broken templates, and error codes, the time needed to manage a financial plan in Excel does not allow accounting personnel and businesses to focus on the forecasting and what-if scenarios required to oversee your company’s finances. From reporting on actuals to forecasting the future.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) 98

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Budgeting Forecasting Analyzing Data 98

Centage

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Develop a plan to address the variances in your financial forecasting. Revenue Variances You always want to analyze the differences in your sales forecasting and what the revenue ended up being. Scenario Planning Proactively prepare for different future scenarios by using your financial variances to conduct scenario planning.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) 105

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Budgeting Forecasting Performance Measuring 105

E78 Partners

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

It’s about creating a financial roadmap that not only meets immediate operational needs but also aligns with the long-term vision for growth and profitability. Key Components of an Effective Budget Planning Process An effective budget planning process requires comprehensive planning, detailed financial modeling, and continuous monitoring.

Budgeting 52

Budgeting Planning Financial Modeling Forecasting 52

The Finance Weekly

OCTOBER 13, 2022

Datarails is the financial planning and analysis platform that automates data consolidation, reporting and planning, while enabling finance teams to continue using their own Excel spreadsheets and financial models. Summary of the 3 FP&A solutions Datarails. See open positions. See open career positions.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) 98

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Leadership Budgeting Forecasting 98

Centage

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

It replaces static spreadsheets with a cloud-based financial tool that gives role-based access to data in real time. Planning Maestro allows you to access historical, current, and future budget and forecast data in one place, with advanced features for data analysis and projections.

Budgeting 96

Budgeting General Ledger Data Analysis Financial Data 96

The CFO College

AUGUST 31, 2021

Using a rolling cash forecast is a value-add service you can provide to assist in cash forecasting. A rolling cash forecast will normally look forward 6 or 9 months, and each month the oldest month is removed and a new month added. The rolling cash forecast is one of many CFO-level skills we teach in our program.

Startups 81

Startups Accounting General Ledger Forecasting 81

Cube Software

APRIL 29, 2024

When it comes to the real estate sector, financial planning and analysis (FP&A) plays a crucial role in guiding strategic decisions. At its core, FP&A focuses on forecasting financial outcomes, budgeting, and providing actionable insights to support investment decisions.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) 52

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