Financial analysis is at the heart of financial planning and analysis (FP&A). With an end goal of optimizing the use of capital and resources, it helps answer three questions: what happened, what does it mean and what should we do next? MORE.
FP&A Handbook
The FP&A Handbook: The Who, What and Why of FP&A, defines the core functions of FP&A and contains case studies and career paths of current FP&A Professionals around the globe. It gives you an inside look into real-life FP&A.
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Mar 19, 2024
Net Present Value vs. Internal Rate of Return
Net Present Value (NPV) and Internal Rate of Return (IRR) are two fundamental tools used in finance to assess and compare investment opportunities to make business decisions. Often, it is helpful to use both measures at the same time.Learn More -
Mar 5, 2024
Creating Alignment and Transparency Through a Driver-Based Model
A Vice President of FP&A was tasked with coming up with a budgeting system that worked for everyone. By prioritizing alignment and transparency, actively seeking collaboration, and developing trainings that effectively communicated with non-finance staff, the company successfully created a robust system prepared to meet the demands of any current or future scenario.Learn More -
Mar 5, 2024
The FP&A Role in Driver-Based Modeling
An FP&A team turned to driver-based modeling to align finance, strategy, culture and operations. When the owners of certain drivers understood the impact of certain events or occurrences on the company, they would be in a better position to create positive change — to accurately steer their financial strategies.Learn More
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AFP Continuing Education Quizzes
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FP&A Case Study Library
The AFP FP&A Case Study series is designed to help you build up key FP&A capabilities and skills by sharing examples of how leading practitioners have tackled challenges in their work and the lessons learned.