CFO Talks

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Once I have a clear picture, I prioritize the challenges based on their impact and urgency. Next, I develop a plan that outlines potential solutions. In summary, my approach to overcoming obstacles involves thorough assessment, planning, collaboration, adaptability, and a focus on continuous learning.

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Spreadym

MAY 10, 2023

What-if analysis is a technique used in financial planning and decision-making business software to assess the potential outcomes of different scenarios or changes in variables. It involves evaluating the impact of various "what-if" situations on financial flows projections, business performance measures, or outcomes.

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The Finance Weekly

OCTOBER 13, 2022

3) Best Work- Life balance “With the rise of ‘quiet quitting’ due to post-pandemic burnout, more companies are permanently adopting a remote/hybrid work model or expanding their time off policies. Vena is an easy-to-use budgeting software designed to help medium to large-sized businesses budget, plan, and forecast their finances.

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Spreadym

JUNE 27, 2023

What is Financial Planning and Analysis or FP&A? FP&A is a process used by organizations to develop and manage their financial plans and make informed decisions based on financial analysis. What is Financial Planning and Analysis? Why Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) is important?

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Fpanda Club

APRIL 18, 2022

SWOT SWOT stands for the analytical tool to uncover Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats and is frequently used in strategic planning exercises. By combining the results of the SWOT analysis FP&A teams can elaborate strategies and develop action plans to improve the FP&A function.

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CFO Thought Leader

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Read More But life had other plans. Prioritizing family, she made the unexpected decision to leave the city and relocate to the countryside, where her son could be raised near his grandparents. Groomed for partnership, she was part of KPMG’s “up-and-coming” class, with her sights set firmly on the top.

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Centage

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Budget vs actuals analysis allows you to assess how well your organization is following its financial plans. It allows you to calculate variances, understand which variances are important, and improve your company’s financial performance. Develop a plan to address the variances in your financial forecasting.

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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). This entails developing a well-crafted plan and budget for 2024, which serves as a critical foundation for success.

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The Finance Weekly

JULY 19, 2022

FP&A stands for "financial planning and analysis," and is the backbone of the modern finance department. It’s the budgeting, financial forecasting, financial analysis, and decision-making that support an organization's health and strategy. Strategic financial planning. What is FP&A? Conclusion.

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BlueLight

AUGUST 21, 2020

While at PWC I started writing business plans and creating financial models for startups. For the first few years, I was building financial models for founders that were fundraising. This business model was not part of my original master plan. Financial planning is our most valuable service.

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E78 Partners

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Today, companies must adapt, evolve, and plan meticulously to stay competitive and profitable. To guarantee they remain on the right course, having a solid plan and budget in place is paramount for ensuring success. Resource Allocation & Prioritization : Evaluate if resources are optimized and aligned with strategic imperatives.

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E78 Partners

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Preparing for a financial audit can be a daunting task, especially for private equity-backed firms where accuracy and efficiency are paramount. This timeline should account for potential delays and include contingency plans in high-risk areas.

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E78 Partners

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Preparing for a financial audit can be a daunting task, especially for private equity-backed firms where accuracy and efficiency are paramount. This timeline should account for potential delays and include contingency plans in high-risk areas.

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PYMNTS

MAY 6, 2020

“The extraordinary events taking place over the past two months have measurably expanded our market opportunity and accelerated the ongoing shift to connected fitness,” said Chief Financial Officer Jill Woodworth. Our fiscal year 2020 profitability outlook demonstrates the strength of our financial model when scale and leverage are achieved.

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CFO Talks

MARCH 14, 2024

They play a crucial role in strategic planning, risk management, and driving innovation, extending their influence far beyond the finance department. By embracing their expanded role, CFOs can not only safeguard their companies’ financial health but also chart a course for long-term success and resilience.

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CFO News Room

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Mindy is the owner of Creative Money, an independent RIA based in Seattle, Washington, that offers a unique 12-month financial planning engagement – or as Mindy puts it on her homepage, “financial planning that doesn’t suck” – which has allowed her firm to work with nearly 400 client households just this year.

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The Finance Weekly

AUGUST 18, 2024

Overview of Runway Runway is shaking up the way businesses handle financial planning! It all started when Siqi Chen realized his struggles with financial expertise during his time as a senior leader and the headaches that come with using spreadsheets. million in funding—$27.5 out of 5 Stars review on G2.

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E78 Partners

MARCH 22, 2024

Making informed, data-driven decisions that connect operational choices to financial outcomes is more crucial than ever. A single source of truth data environment is pivotal in enabling financial planning and analysis ( FP&A ), financial modeling, analytics, and visualization.

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The Finance Weekly

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

AI is , transforming the finance sector, especially in financial planning and analysis (FP&A). Analyzing Scenarios and Modeling Sensitivity AI-driven tools empower leaders in financial planning and analysis (FP&A) to analyze different scenarios and model sensitivity.

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Future CFO

AUGUST 3, 2021

The pandemic gave new meaning to financial agility. It became vital as companies pivoted, recalibrated their financial models, and looked to withstand market shocks. For financial leaders, this shift in meaning created challenges. As a result, every company sought financial clarity.

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PYMNTS

FEBRUARY 16, 2019

The Crystal City, Virginia HQ2 plans are still underway, as are plans for a new operations hub in Nashville. Detailed financial models showed merchants the billions they would save using new schemes that sidestepped the card networks,” Webster wrote. Apple’s Bid to Save the News (Over the Protests of Many News Outlets).

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