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 98

Forecasting Budgeting Data Analysis Financial Modeling 98

Future CFO

MARCH 27, 2025

Digital transformation With the Finance team continuing its navigation around the whole digital transformation journey , Joseph observes that they have made notable progress in automating transaction processing, financial planning & analysis (FP&A), and compliance reporting.

Compliance 52

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

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

Spreadym

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Technology and Software: Many organizations use dedicated CPM software solutions to facilitate the above processes, automate data collection, reporting, and analysis, and improve decision-making. It allows organizations to create detailed financial models and forecasts, making it suitable for complex planning processes.

SAP 59

SAP Budgeting Forecasting Auditing 59

CFO Talks

MARCH 14, 2024

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. This transformation is driven by several factors, including rapid technological advancements, globalization, and an increasingly complex regulatory landscape.

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

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. We cover fundraising, board meetings, financial forecasts, dashboard, cap table, banking relationships, etc. Accounting ?—?Many

Planning 52

Planning Startups Marketing CFO 52

The Finance Weekly

JANUARY 21, 2024

The rise and challenges of ERP systems Over the past 50 years, accounting and finance professionals have embraced existing and new technology, from using the first computers to implementing and using advanced ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) systems. These legacy financial models typically appear overly complicated.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) 40

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

Spreadym

AUGUST 10, 2023

Collaboration: Tools for multiple users to collaborate on creating, reviewing, and approving financial reports. Audit Trail: A record of changes made to financial data and reports, ensuring transparency and accountability. Security: Robust security measures to protect sensitive financial data and prevent unauthorized access.

Financial Reporting 52

Financial Reporting Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Accounting Standards CFO 52

The Finance Weekly

JULY 31, 2023

They highlighted how AI technology is transforming the way finance and accounting teams work with data and make decisions. His expertise spans financial analysis , budgeting, business partnering, financial storytelling, excel, and audit. However, as technology progresses, the use of RPA expands beyond finance.

Corporate Finance 52

Corporate Finance Finance Leverage Accounts Payable 52

Future CFO

OCTOBER 20, 2021

WD: Given the current pandemic and the technologies we have today, all of us need to transform ourselves. When I look for someone to join my team, I look at talent rather than age or gender. FutureCFO: What are some of the biggest challenges facing you as a CFO today, especially during this fluctuating pandemic?

CFO 52

CFO Leadership Finance Problem Solving 52

The Finance Weekly

APRIL 13, 2024

Drill-down and audit control allow each finance team to understand and control every aspect of their budget and forecast. 2) Anaplan Anaplan is a cloud-based platform for financial modeling and planning, designed to assist businesses in modeling transactions, calculating commissions, and mapping the relationships among diverse data sets.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) 52

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

Onplan

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Our guide to the best FP&A tools compares each vendor based on five criteria: Adoption — How easy it is for users to adopt the technology and learn and leverage its full extent of features and capabilities. OnPlan is a financial modeling and forecasting tool built by financial planners and analysts. Customers success.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) 52

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

The Charity CFO

APRIL 15, 2022

I used to audit nonprofit organizations. Tosha Anderson: So, um, it was at that time that I realized how vulnerable nonprofits are when they don’t have good financial management. And there’s the other 20% of us that really like financial modeling and yeah. And technology is always changing.

Nonprofit 52

Nonprofit Accounting CFO Problem Solving 52