The FP&A Guy

"Finance: Driving Value Through Smart Analysis" is an exceptionally practical and to-the-point course, ideal for finance professionals who want actionable insights without the fluff. Paul Barnhurst's real-world experience shines through as he blends straightforward teaching with technical depth, making complex concepts accessible. The course not only teaches you how to define problems effectively but also walks you through applying advanced analytical techniques, such as IRR, NPV, and scenario analysis, using real-world examples. These examples demonstrate how to utilize complex formulas in actual work situations, ensuring that what you learn is immediately applicable in your day-to-day responsibilities. If you're looking for a course that cuts to the chase and equips you with the tools needed to drive tangible results, this is it.

This was one of the best online courses I have taken. The information was relevant and the exercise very helpful.

"Business Partnering - Building Relationships" cuts to the chase. It provides practical strategies to forge strong bonds with business partners and colleagues. Forget filler content; this course uses real-world scenarios and provides actionable steps to build trust in order to become reliable advisor within your organization.

I appreciate the powerpoint slides and the concise presentation. The examples and possible solutions made the content easier to understand. I would appreciate more examples and solutions.

This training module is very informative and provides some great actionable information and guidance for building strong FP&A business partnerships. Ultimately, FP&A partners with the business to enable value creation and trust is the glue that enables a productive relationship.

Covers all the basics of good design in bite size segments.

The “Microsoft Excel Power Query” course by the FP&A Guy is a gem for finance pros. Paul demonstrates step by step from the bottom up how to leverage Power Query for data transformation and integration in preparation for analysis. This course takes you to creative way to streamline workflows and save time. I really enjoyed the finance focused training. This was not like a generic YouTube training. It was practical and engaging, perfect for taking Excel skills to the next level!

Great resource !

FP&A Guy's Dynamic Arrays course is a must-have for modern Excel users, especially finance professionals. The course offers a comprehensive guide from the basic concepts of Dynamic Arrays to advanced applications, providing practical, finance-specific examples and downloadable workpapers for hands-on learning. If you are working in FP&A, you are already using these concepts. Paul provides clear and concise explanations to show you how to master this powerful tool. This has significantly boosted my productivity to provide time for more financial analysis.

The course goes beyond the typical fluff and dove into real-world scenarios that FP&A professionals will face. The course did not shy away from the tough stuff. It tackles real ethical dilemmas that FP&A might encounter and provided preparation advice to address them head-on. Highlights: • Actionable Advice: This course provided concrete strategies for tackling tough topics with business partners. • Real Examples: The course used relatable examples relevant to FP&A, like budget disagreements and missed deadlines. • Direct Communication: It emphasized direct, respectful communication, to ensure the issue is addressed without burning bridges. • Focus on Solutions: It shifted the conversation from blame to finding solutions together with business partners. Overall: This course is a must for FP&A professionals who want to elevate their business partnering skills. It equips FP&A professions with the tools to navigate even the most challenging conversations with confidence.

This course provided much needed, valuable insight to reduce the noise in my models by providing more clarity through meaningful design. I highly recommend the course.