The State of FP&A 2025 Survey

Joining the Finance Alliance community is a strategic move for any finance professional who seeks to stay informed, connect with peers, access specialised knowledge, and actively contribute to their own growth within the dynamic world of finance....

If you're knee-deep in the world of budgeting and financial planning, you've probably come across the terms "CapEx" and "OpEx" more times than you can count....

It's really important to have that buy-in from management. In order to get it, you need to understand the ‘why are we doing this,’ and ‘why this matters.’ The answers will depend on the management and the project, but understanding those is key....

The audience's response to the presentation was both encouraging and engaging. Their active participation during the Q&A session and the thoughtful questions posed reflected a genuine interest in the subject being discussed....

What can you do to keep your best employees happy and prevent them from becoming a flight risk? Here are 11 easy but effective ways to help retain your best finance talent....

Budgeting is an important business process that helps organizations allocate resources and track progress towards meeting their financial goals. However, the budgeting process can be hampered by several factors....

Discover several ways that financial planning and analysis (FP&A) teams can increase the use of data analytics and business intelligence (BI) tools to improve decision-making....

While perfect predictions may not be possible, increased accuracy is within reach. The key is blending quantitative data with qualitative insights to get a complete picture. Aim for reasonable precision, not perfection....

We want to shine a spotlight on the unsung heroes in finance and give credit where credit is due (pun intended), which is why we’ve launched the first ever Finance Alliance Awards, 2023....

The CFO oversees accounting, cash flow, and financial planning, while the CRO is laser-focused on driving sales and boosting revenue. But that’s just scratching the surface....

Microsoft has revealed a new era of analytics with the integration of Python in Excel. No more toggling between platforms or fiddling with add-ons, you can now manipulate and explore data in Excel using Python’s analytical and visualization libraries....

In this article, we discuss the main responsibilities and tasks associated with each of the most common FP&A designations....

Trying to decide when to use sensitivity analysis vs scenario analysis? Both techniques are valuable for analyzing the potential effects of uncertainty in financial models. But when does sensitivity analysis make sense, and when is scenario analysis the better choice?...

Our latest Finance Salary Report revealed the average FP&A Manager salary to be $76,767 globally and $132,500 in the US. Those figures are more than just digits on a screen - they're a testament to the value organizations place on financial planning and analysis....

"This vibrant community offers an exceptional opportunity and platform for cultivating meaningful relationships, sharing insights, and fostering collaborative growth within the finance realm."...