50 Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Statistics Every CFO Should Know
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MAY 20, 2025
Discover 50+ FP&A statistics for 2025 that reveal how finance teams are evolving. Get data-driven insights every CFO should know.
How FP&A evolved into a top finance function
CFO Dive
JANUARY 21, 2022
Advances in technology, the rise of the cloud and COVID-19 have made financial planning and analysis a must-have function for companies' ability to act effectively in the face of change.
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Abacum FP&A Reviews
The Finance Weekly
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
Overview of Abacum Abacum is one of the newer FP&A solutions on the market and was founded in 2020 by Julio Martinez and Jorge Lluch Valdecasas. Abacum has raised over $40 million, and they are shaking up how companies handle finance by encouraging a more collaborative and strategic approach to financial planning.
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FP&A tech provider Firmbase closes $12M seed round
CFO Dive
MAY 9, 2023
The infusion of cash is expected to boost R&D investments for the company’s financial planning and analysis tool, including in the area of generative AI.
The Future of FP&A
Jedox Finance
JUNE 26, 2019
We are pleased to welcome an expert in Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), Mr. Anders Liu-Lindberg, as a guest to the Jedox blog. In a large scale survey by a global firm, CFOs named Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) a top priority to transform and derive more value.
Where Can FP&A Career Path Take You?
Fpanda Club
SEPTEMBER 2, 2021
This relates to FP&A which stands for financial planning and analysis. The emerging FP&A practice steps out of the shadow of other finance functions becoming a standalone entity which involves its own mission, goals, organization, processes, tools and skills.
Everything You Wanted to Know about FP&A Best Practices
Fpanda Club
MARCH 1, 2021
The finance function now plays a crucial role in many organizations supporting and driving effective business decisions, and this is exactly the responsibility of FP&A standing at the crossroads of finance, strategy and technology to leverage data and generate insights. APQC, AFP Next level of FP&A study, 2019 2. Sources: 1.
Ep 40: From Constraints to Collaboration
CFO Thought Leader
NOVEMBER 3, 2024
In this episode of “Planning Aces,” finance leaders explore the evolving role of FP&A as a strategic partner emphasizing the importance of reliable data in aligning decision-making and resetting priorities. Leveraging AI emerges as a key theme for optimizing financial processes and enabling real-time collaboration.
PodChats for FutureCFO: Revisiting FP&A roles post-pandemic
Future CFO
NOVEMBER 21, 2022
Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) teams play a crucial role in companies by performing budgeting, forecasting, and analysis that support major corporate decisions of the CFO, CEO, and the Board of Directors. How things have changed for the FP&A teams.
Navigating around the changes in FP&A post-pandemic
Future CFO
OCTOBER 1, 2023
Among these are the changes that were faced in the financial planning and analysis function. Data in the cloud also aided Vena Energy’s FP&A team in analysing data remotely. Chew believes this technology contributed significantly to the success of their FP&A operations.
An Open Letter To The CFO on FP&A
Jedox Finance
AUGUST 22, 2019
Dear CFO, We heard that you put FP&A on your list of top priorities to work on. You told us that there is too much data, reporting, and analysis and too few real insights that change decisions for the better. To do this we need to address the mindset, people, processes, and technology that drives FP&A’s actions.
What's driving technology adoption in FP&A?
Future CFO
SEPTEMBER 9, 2022
Technology adoption in FP&A is set to accelerate, driven by macroeconomic uncertainty and ongoing disruptions, said Gartner recently. Making FP&A more predictive and agile will offer enormous benefits and help to make the business more responsive to changing economic conditions and new opportunities.”.
The top 7 FP&A trends for 2023
Jedox Finance
JANUARY 3, 2023
Financial planning and analysis (FP&A) is evolving into a whole new area of influence with cross-departmental and cross-dimensional impact. Accurate, frequent, and integrated business planning is crucial as geopolitical tensions, worldwide inflation, and supply chain disruption continue to reshape the global economy.
Why Fractional CFOs Must Embrace FP&A Automation During this Market Downturn
The Finance Weekly
JUNE 22, 2022
With a recession looming, many Fractional CFOs (FCFOs) are worried that they will lose their customers due to budget cuts. However, by implementing FP&A automation, their customers will be provided a more in-depth analysis that will set them up for any scenario that can occur in the coming months.
The 2Cs of FP&A leadership in 2022
Future CFO
FEBRUARY 22, 2022
It went to note that FP&A and reporting teams have been stretched as the demand for rapid and effective business insight from finance has proved critical for many organisations which have been placed under acute stress. Crisis-born FP&A best practice. “Life challenges us, so that we become enlightened. Siang Leng Tay.
Best FP&A Software for Small Businesses
The Finance Weekly
AUGUST 30, 2022
Why are FP&A software tools essential for small businesses? FP&A software tools are increasingly important for businesses of all sizes. Historically, FP&A teams primarily existed as a separate department, mostly among large and established companies. But all of that has changed. , But all of that has changed. ,
The Evolving Role of FP&A: The Value of Extended Planning
Jedox Finance
OCTOBER 11, 2021
The role Financial Planning & Analysis plays within an organization has always been vitally important. At a recent CFO Magazine Australia event on the 'Future of Finance,' three industry professionals using Jedox shared how FP&A has supported their organizations through very challenging times.
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3 Marketing Tools to Adopt to Become Better Finance Business Partners
Fpanda Club
APRIL 18, 2022
Marketing teams, being among FP&A’s counterparties, are usually considered to be the most creative people in the company. FP&A team’s internal customers expect finance professionals to be more interactive and be able to communicate information and insights in the most efficient way.
Financial Planning and Analysis | Key to Strategic Finance
The SaaS CFO
SEPTEMBER 7, 2021
This function is the financial planning and analysis (FP&A) department. I rose through the ranks of the FP&A in public companies, so I have experienced all shapes and sizes of this critical department. Fundamentally, an FP&A team […].
Report the Future: The Role of Automation in Financial Reporting
Centage
SEPTEMBER 28, 2022
Successful businesses recognize the importance of financial planning and analysis. Also known as FP&A, financial planning and analysis refers to various planning and budgeting activities that help a company to make savvy decisions regarding its long-term goals.
The Key Differences Between a Controller and a CFO in Small Businesses
CFO Share
JULY 16, 2024
When building your back office, you may consider whether you need a financial controller or a CFO. The skills and responsibilities of these roles overlap, and to make matters more confusing, an underqualified CFO (yes, there are plenty out there) will perform similar to or worse than an excellent controller.
What’s New in Financial Planning and Analysis a.k.a. FP&A?
Planful
SEPTEMBER 13, 2016
I had a chance to connect with Nilly Essaides , the Director and Practice Lead, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) at the Association for Financial Professionals. Here’s what she had to say about what’s new and what’s coming in FP&A.
Breaking Down the FP&A Function of the CFO Suite
BlueLight
MAY 1, 2020
Traditionally, the chief financial officer (CFO) is responsible for tracking the company’s past and present financial situation and ensuring on-time and accurate financial reporting. Today, the CFO is expected to inform strategic decisions that drive the success of the company.
The 90 Day Road to Successful CFO
The Finance Weekly
APRIL 12, 2022
For many accounting and finance professionals, being a chief financial officer (CFO) is a career highlight. Nevertheless, the best way to learn the responsibilities and skills required of a CFO is to perform it. Consider the CFO's role as a mixture of problem-solving and business management.
Those Who Have Knowledge, Don’t Predict
Focus CFO
DECEMBER 6, 2021
Some business owners downplay the complexity of Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) and mistakenly task their accounting team with this crucial function, or hope their CPA firm can be of help. Let’s examine how an outsourced, fractional CFO can improve FP&A: Improving Data. .” – Lao Tzu.
A Framework for the New FP&A Department
Jedox Finance
JULY 3, 2019
In the first post “ The Future of FP&A ” of this blog series, we discussed how the CFO must be the guide, and Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) must take control of new and changing expectations for the finance department. ” Why: Overall tone for FP&A. .”
Ep 29: FP&A: The Silo Buster
CFO Thought Leader
DECEMBER 1, 2023
This episode of Planning Aces Brett and Jack discuss FP&A’s role when it comes to breaking down silos within departments, and how A.I. is quickly emerging as FP&A’s ultimate silo busting partner. Insights from Finance Leaders: Planning Ace CFO Lauren St.
How to Transform Your FP&A Plan
Jedox Finance
AUGUST 13, 2019
Transforming your FP&A plan will not be an easy task, but it must be addressed as it is a top priority for the CFO to better support delivering on the expectations from the CEO. These are also the attributes that’ll drive our transformation plan. What does the transformation plan look like?
Reinventing FP&A post-pandemic
Future CFO
SEPTEMBER 17, 2023
The Financial Planning and Analysis ( FP&A ) team performs budgeting, forecasting, and analysis that support major corporate decisions of the CFO, the CEO, and the Board of Directors. The job of managing a corporation’s cash flow typically falls to its FP&A team and its Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
Why Transforming Your FP&A Matters
Jedox Finance
JULY 18, 2019
” is the clear message from Chief Financial Officers. To do that we must address the mindset of the entire FP&A team. Operating within your organization’s framework, as we discussed in the previous posts in this blog series , will frame how your FP&A team carries out this mandate.
Comprehensive Guide to FP&A Salaries
The Finance Weekly
AUGUST 5, 2023
Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) involve a range of activities, including planning, forecasting, budgeting, and analytical tasks, all of which are vital in providing essential support for a company's major business decisions and overall financial well-being.
Why Financial Forecasting Is More Important Than Your Annual Budget
Centage
DECEMBER 1, 2021
But times have changed – which is why financial forecasting is more important than your annual budget. Basing projections off data coming from various sources reduces leadership’s confidence in your analysis. Pulling financials from disparate Excel spreadsheets introduces clerical errors.
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CFO Leadership Council Highlights Our First 10 DEI Ascend Honorees
CFO Leadership
AUGUST 12, 2021
The CFO Leadership Council proudly highlights our very first ten Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Ascend Honorees! The Ascend program is an opportunity for Senior Finance Executives from underrepresented groups to join The CFO Leadership Council. Maria Duanne Andrade, Chief Financial and Strategic Officer, Solar and Energy Loan.
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Why Modern Finance Teams Are Choosing Cloud FP&A Over Spreadsheets (hint: It's not just about saving time)
Lime Light
JULY 25, 2024
As a CFO, VP of Finance, or Controller at a mid-sized company, you're no stranger to the challenges of financial planning and analysis (FP&A). You likely rely on spreadsheets to manage budgets, forecasts, and reporting. After all, they're readily available, familiar, and seemingly cost-effective.
Simple Financial Planning for SaaS Founders
The SaaS CFO
DECEMBER 7, 2021
For those in financial planning and analysis (FP&A), you may be cringing at reading the words budget season. The post Simple Financial Planning for SaaS Founders appeared first on The SaaS CFO. The post Simple Financial Planning for SaaS Founders appeared first on The SaaS CFO.
Surviving the pandemic aftermath: an FP&A perspective
Future CFO
SEPTEMBER 14, 2020
Unlike a typical financial downturn, the impact of COVID-19 pandemic has been far more difficult to predict. The virus continues to ravage the global population, effect changes in consumer behavior, unearth workforce planning challenges, precipitate demand drops, and create supply chain shocks across the business world.
FP&A as foundation for banks' risk management
Future CFO
OCTOBER 29, 2023
Considering this, financial planning and analysis (FP&A) has been proven to become useful for effective strategy management and risk mitigation. FP&A allows lenders to embrace rolling forecasts, promoting more agility as organisations make use of the availability of more timely data.
Building resilience – the CFO way
Future CFO
APRIL 26, 2023
Be it the geopolitical tension in many parts of the world, the prevailing volatility of energy prices, or the looming crisis that is climate change , there is no rest for the CFO when it comes to navigating the challenges, man-made or otherwise. By being more risk aware, the CFO can assess scenarios relevant to the firm's business strategy.
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PodChats for FutureCFO: Moving up the FP&A maturity curve
Future CFO
OCTOBER 5, 2020
As organisations progress in their digital transformation journeys, CFOs are making structural changes to their finance departments, These include weaving together a mix of shared service centres, centres of excellence, and outsourcing arrangements. What is an FP&A maturity curve? Do you see it ever reaching a CFO level?
Why Outsourced CFO Services Are Perfect for Financial Forecasting
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. That’s why more and more are turning to virtual CFO services for forecasting. That’s why more and more are turning to virtual CFO services for forecasting.
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10 Best FP&A Software Tools: A Comprehensive Buyer’s Guide [2023]
Onplan
NOVEMBER 30, 2022
Finance professionals and teams today have numerous solutions available to help them plan, budget, forecast, and analyze financial information. However, not all FP&A tools are created equal. The 10 best FP&A companies featured in this list are: OnPlan. So, what is the best FP&A software? Key features.
FP&A Survey Results – Finance Trends and Predictions for 2022
Centage
APRIL 12, 2022
In creating our financial planning and analysis (FP&A) solution, we gain valuable insight from a wide range of industry experts, including mid-market CFOs and finance leaders. Top Priorities FP&A priorities for 2022 varied among finance leaders.
Mapping Out Successful FP&A Management In the Face of Adversity
The Finance Weekly
JANUARY 31, 2022
Effective practices in this indispensable aspect of business can be defined by 4 categories; personal leadership, technological leadership, operational understanding, financial competency and strategic capacity. 5 Leadership Competencies for CFOs 1. 5 Leadership Competencies for CFOs 1. Personal leadership (incl.
How to Build a Remote-First Workforce Planning Model: Best Practices for Planning a Cost-Effective Hybrid Workforce
Onplan
DECEMBER 28, 2021
Is closing your offices and giving people compensating benefits a good financial move for your bottom line? (Of Of course there are many non-financial considerations, but for this blog we’re focusing on adding up the costs.). How do you weigh and plan for the costs of such a change? Let’s start by laying out the base case.
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