2 Excel Templates:
1) CAPEX Model
This template helps you plan your CAPEX.
It breaks things down into what you already have and what you’re looking to acquire.
You’ll project costs for both updating your current assets and buying new ones.
First up, you’ll estimate the acquisition costs.
Then, you’ll figure out depreciation and carrying value.
With this info, you can forecast your entire balance sheet, track ROI more accurately, and make smarter financial decisions.
Projecting CAPEX lets you:
- manage cash flow better
- plan future investments
- and make sure your financial strategies stay on track with your long-term goals
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The model can be adjusted very easily to any company.
2) Salaries and Headcount Forecast
This template helps you project your employee numbers in detail.
Once you have the projected headcount for each position, you’ll add their salaries and bonuses.
Then, you can project the salary costs for the upcoming period.
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Here’s today’s “How to” guide:
How to present your work to management
As a financial modeling expert and management report creator, I’ve found that our work’s success depends on how well we share our findings with the management team.
It’s not just about crunching numbers and spitting out data.
It’s about making sure the insights we provide are:
- Clear
- Actionable
- And in line with the company’s goals
Here are some key principles that’ll help you achieve this:
1) Readability and Simplicity
Management usually has limited time and needs to get the key points quickly.
So, our reports should be clear and to the point.
Skip the jargon and technical terms – just use straightforward language that gets your main points across.
2) Visuals
Using visuals to highlight key data points and insights can really boost understanding.
Graphs, charts, and infographics turn complex data into easy-to-digest visuals.
Highlighting key findings can make a big difference.
For example, a well-designed dashboard that tracks key performance indicators (KPIs) offers a quick snapshot of the company’s financial health…
Making decision-making faster and easier.
3) Focus on the Essentials
Avoid bombarding them with long, complex tables that can obscure the main message.
Instead, focus on the key metrics and data points that matter most for strategic decisions.
Summarize detailed analyses into clear bullet points or executive summaries that highlight the core insights.
4) Storytelling with Data
Frame your data to tell a compelling story.
Explain what the numbers mean, how they connect to the company’s goals, and what actions should be taken.
A story that links data points to real-world outcomes helps management grasp the bigger picture and see the importance of your findings.
5) Consistency and Clarity
Make sure your reports are consistent.
Use standard formats, labels, and units to avoid confusion.
Each part of your report should flow logically, with clear connections between data points and conclusions.
This builds trust and reliability in your reports.
As financial pros, it’s our job to connect complex data with strategic decisions, ensuring our work truly benefits the organization.
Remember, it’s not about how much data you present but how well you communicate the insights.
Keep it simple, clear, and impactful.