Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) trends for 2025
The landscape of Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) is evolving fast, and 2025 is set to bring new trends, tools and strategies that will shape how finance teams operate. Do you feel equipped with actionable knowledge to navigate these developments?
Format
Event
Location
Virtual
Product Number
UKEVENT_51224
oin this webinar where Group Head of FP&A James Pakenham, and Subject Matter Expert Harry Eldridge explore key trends shaping 2025, including:
- the rise of advanced analytics and its role in driving strategic decision-making
- the critical need for detailed reforecasting in today’s fast-paced environment
- consolidating your tech stack to boost efficiency and streamline operations Whether you’re an FP&A professional, CFO, or finance leader, this session will provide actionable insights to help you navigate the new year.
Key Takeaways:
- Understand what advanced analytics technology is and how it enables the data discovery process helping provide deeper insights for strategic decision making
- Learn how to transition from a manual to a dynamic environment for detailed reforecasting
- Build the case for tech stack consolidation to boost efficiency and streamline operations
Speakers
James Pakenham CGMA, GAICD, CIMA – Head of Group Financial Planning & Analysis, Phocas Software
James has extensive experience in corporate commercial finance, where he’s applied and refined his expertise in financial modelling, change and risk management.
With a background in the telecommunications sector, working for both Vodafone and Optus in the UK and Australia, James is a finance professional who is well versed in the operational side of a business.
Currently, he leads FP&A at Phocas, a global role where he managed the company’s ERP transition and improved multiple financial systems and processes. He also directs budgeting and forecasting, cost control while leading a small team that oversees three divisions and head office operations.
Harry Eldridge - Technical Pre-Sales Manager and Subject Matter Expert, Phocas Software
Harry has always been always curious about the intersection of finance and IT, completing a double degree in both fields. He began his career at Phocas software, specializing in BI and FP&A software to enhance the work of the finance department.
Starting in implementations, Harry connected closely with customers’ data needs which helped develop his communication skills and deepen his understanding of how Phocas software supports different business applications. He now leads the global Technical Pre-Sales and Enablement team from the UK.
As a regular online trainer and technical adviser, Harry has a deft touch at demonstrating Phocas platform’s practical benefits, ensuring that new clients understand how the product can empower their decision-making and drive success.
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