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Financial Planning - Key & Critical for any organization!

This good practice guide is for senior finance leaders in government departments and other public bodies. It sets out the first stage in the financial management lifecycle: strategic planning and budgeting. Planning in a strategic and realistic way gives organisations the best chance to thrive – to help inform trade-offs and operate in an effective and efficient way. The guide outlines how finance leaders can plan strategically and realistically to: Align strategy and planning Make planning inclusive Plan dynamically Address optimism bias Deal with risk and uncertainty We have drawn insights from our back catalogue of reports, the experiences of our audit teams, and the thoughts of a range of senior finance decision‑makers. It includes quotes and case studies from our audited bodies to illustrate the different areas. Read our short guide in one go (18 pages of content) or just dip into it during your planning and budgeting process.

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"Certified Management Accountant (CMA) | Strategic Financial Expert | Driving Business Performance and Efficiency " Certified Management Accountant (CMA) with strong skills in financial analysis, strategic planning, and budgeting. Proven ability to drive business performance, streamline processes, and enhance operational efficiency. Committed to delivering actionable insights and strategic solutions. Experience Highlights ✔ Improved operational efficiency by 15% through strategic financial initiatives. ✔ Reduced budgeting cycle time by 20% by streamlining processes. ✔ Increased revenue by 10% with data-driven financial reports. Skills 1️⃣ Financial Analysis 2️⃣ Strategic Planning 3️⃣ Budgeting & Forecasting 4️⃣ Cost Management

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