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The Best FP&A Tools: Key Considerations and Popular Tools for Any Organization

What is Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)? Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) teams play crucial roles by performing budgeting, forecasting, and analysis to support informed decision-making. As part of this, FP&A requires extensive data reconciliation and consolidation, as well as understanding and interpreting variance analysis. Additionally, FP&A professionals perform different scenario and sensitivity analyses to…

Careers in Finance | Danielle Stein Fairhurst

In this episode of FinPod, co-founder Scott Powell and colleague Asim Khan speak with Danielle Stein Fairhurst, a renowned financial modeler, author, and Microsoft MVP. She shares her journey into financial modeling, driven by her love for finance and Excel, and shares her modeling core concepts.. Danielle discusses common mistakes modelers make, the importance of…

Corporate Finance Institute (CFI) and CPA Australia Announce Strategic Partnership to Advance Global Financial Education and Professional Development to Members

June 11, 2024 – Corporate Finance Institute® (CFI), a global leader in online financial training, and CPA Australia, one of the world’s largest accounting bodies, are proud to announce a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing financial education and professional growth opportunities for CPA Australia members. This collaboration provides CPA Australia members access to CFI’s comprehensive…

Data Analyst vs Data Scientist: A Comparative Guide

Due to advances in technology, there has been an increase in data usage. As a result, various industries are analyzing data to help streamline and automate their processes. Different industries also use data to forecast behaviors, challenges, and wins. With all the ways businesses can now use data, data-based careers have never been more prominent….

Bank Regulatory Ratios: Definition, Examples, and Purpose

In banking, it’s vital that measures are in place to ensure that banks have enough funds to honor their financial obligations regardless of any risks, financial struggles, or investments that arise. That’s where bank regulatory ratios and capital requirements come into play. What are Bank Regulatory Ratios? Bank regulatory ratios are key measures of the…

Corporate Finance Institute (CFI) Unveils New FP&A Specialization to Address Skills Gap in Finance Industry

June 5, 2024 — The Corporate Finance Institute® (CFI), a global leader in online finance and banking education, certifications, and productivity tools, is proud to announce the launch of its new Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Specialization. This program is designed to equip business leaders with top-tier financial models essential for evaluating and forecasting a…

What is a Business Combination? Definition and Factors

In business, a primary goal is to grow your company’s size and reach to the point where it is the most profitable in its niche market. To accomplish this goal, you may need to allow another larger organization in your field to acquire your company in a business combination. But what is a business combination,…

What’s New at CFI | Contractor Forecasting & Analysis for FP&A Professionals

In this episode of FinPod, hosts Asim Khan and Duncan McKeen discuss integrating contractors into financial models. Their conversation covers forecasting and analyzing contractor expenses, from calculating workdays to understanding cash flow timing. Duncan also shares Excel formulas designed for contractor analysis. Gain insights into the necessity of contractor analysis in financial planning as companies…

What’s New at CFI | Basel III and Risk Management

In this episode of FinPod, hosts Asim Khan and Ryan Spendelow dive deep into Basel III banking regulations. Join them as they discuss the intricacies of Basel III and its significance in risk management. Understand the historical context behind the Basel Accords and understand how it emerged as a response to the 2008 global financial…

Careers in Finance | A Day in the Life of an FP&A Leader with Vijay Maharaj

In this episode of FinPod, host Anna Talerico chats with Vijay Maharaj, CFI’s Director of FP&A, to discuss his career journey and what it’s like to work in FP&A. Discover how Vijay’s path through economics led him to a career in financial planning and analysis. Get a glimpse into a day in the life of…

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