The FP&A Guy Advanced FP&A Course…

Advanced FP&A Course

Discover what it takes to elevate your FP&A skills and truly advance in your career. After Working in FP&A and training thousands of finance people, we are sharing skills, assessments, and resources to help you get ahead in your company and become a top-flight FP&A pro.

“Ron and Paul put on a very detailed but also energetic and engaging course touching on both the technical and soft skills aspects of FP&A. Would definitely recommend for all individuals working in this area.”

”Exceptional training! Ron and Paul keep you engaged with hands-on practice, anecdotes, jokes and much more! You’ll come out of this class with vastly improved skills in excel modeling, sensitivity analysis, and most importantly, storytelling!”
— Anonymous Feedback from Student Course Survey

 Did You Know?
This Training Might Be Reimbursable By Your Employer 

This course is rich in job-applicable skills and equips you with training you can use to excel in your work and contribute more significantly to your team.

Numerous alumni of our courses have tapped into their organization's training budget, paving their way to a more successful career using their company’s money.

Download the template to request your reimbursement. To make it easy, we’ve prepared a ready-to-use email template that you can use to request reimbursement from your company!

Hey There Mr. or Ms. FP&A Professional,

Hi, this is "The FP&A Guy" – and you probably know me from LinkedIn, where I’m known for my highly recognizable beard and no-nonsense approach to helping FP&A pros like yourself add more value to their work, gain recognition, and climb the corporate ladder.

But what you might not know is that Ron Monteiro and I put together this Advanced FP&A Course after teaching our Best Practices FP&A Course and seeing that students were craving even more material.

It brings together over 30 years of FP&A expertise in a course designed for you, the FP&A Professional, to achieve new heights. And…

Here’s What Our Courses
Can Do For You & Your Career…

Imagine stepping into your next meeting with senior leadership armed with a fully dynamic sensitivity analysis that aids management in making better decisions. Imagine having the ability to understand where you stand with all the major FP&A skills and being able to develop your own roadmap to develop and advance in your career.

Imagine finally having the skills need to finally feel comfortable presending the monthly financials to leadership. And finally having the sense of fulfillment that comes from knowing your work makes a difference. Imagine the respect you earn from your peers and leadership as a result.

This is the kind of FP&A career transformation you can have – starting right now.

No More:

  • Struggling to communicate your insights effectively to the leadership team

  • Struggling to build financial models that are well-designed

  • Struggling to build dynamic sensitivity models that senior leadership can use

  • Watching others get recognition while you diligently toil away in the shadows

Here’s How The Advanced FP&A Course Works

Module 1 – FP&A Skills Assessment
Assessing and Elevating Your Skills


Embark on your journey to becoming an FP&A expert by starting with a deep dive into your individual strengths and opportunities for growth. This session utilizes a comprehensive FP&A Individual Skills Assessment so you can identify your areas for growth. By identifying your unique skill set a, you'll set the stage for your future sucess.

Module 2 - Modeling Design Principles
Building a Foundation for Useful Models

 

Master the core principles of effective modeling design in the fast-paced world of FP&A. This session will empower you with best practices for constructing dynamic, scalable, and user-friendly models that deliver clear insights and support strategic decision-making. You’ll learn the key design principles needed to create robust models that adapt to the needs of your business.

Module 3 - Forecasting & Sensitivity Analysis
Navigating Uncertainty with Confidence


This session will teach you how to ensure you are building robust revenue forecasting models and fully dynamic sensitivity analysis. This hands-on section will teach you how to build sensitivity analysis that are fully dynamic, and easy to adjust on the fly while meeting with senior leadership.

Session 4 – Practical Storytelling
Turning Data into Compelling Narratives

Discover the art of transforming data into impactful stories that resonate with stakeholders and drive action. This session will teach you practical storytelling techniques to present insights clearly, highlight key takeaways, and align your message with business objectives.

Plus These Bonuses Come Standard

Unleash the Power of Excel

 

Gain hands-on access to our meticulously crafted Excel files, filled with tools to streamline your work. Includes sensitivity analysis and 3-statement Financial Modeling Template.

Extensive FP&A Resource Kit

 

Receive your personal copies of all course materials, augmented by a curated collection of top-notch FP&A resources, designed to support your journey beyond the classroom.

Pre-Course Instructor Chat

A personalized 15-minute conversation when requested with one of our instructors before we even kick off, ensuring you're on the right path from the very start.

Never miss a Moment

 

Every enlightening session we conduct is recorded for your convenience, allowing you to revisit and relish each learning moment at your leisure.

Buy the Best Practices FP&A Course Bundle and Get Even more

FP&A Course Digital Course Bundle

Receive access to 4 digital courses with over 10 hours of content.

  • Modern Excel

  • FP&A Business Partnering

  • Modeling Design Principles

  • Driving Value Through Smart Analysis

One Hour Consultation with Instructor

 

Receive a one hour consultation with one of the course instructors to discuss any FP&A subject. We can provide career advice, help with a presentation, etc.

Earn Your Certificate of Recognition

On successful completion of the course, you'll be awarded a certificate of completion, a tangible testament to your newly honed FP&A skills.

100% Moneyback Guarantee

We are confident in the quality and impact of our courses, and we believe in providing a valuable learning experience for finance professionals. That’s why we offer a 100% money-back guarantee. If, for any reason, you're not completely satisfied with the course, simply let us know, and we’ll issue a full refund. Your success and satisfaction are our priorities.

Join the next cohort on March 11th, and 12th, 2025 10 AM - 1 PM MST by selecting one of the below course enrollment options

Advanced FP&A Course

  • 6 hours of training

  • Lifetime access to course recordings

  • Hands-on case exercises with fellow students

  • Excel files, FP&A assessments and more

    All for $499.99

Advanced FP&A Course Bundle

Everything in the standard bundle plus:

  • The FP&A Guy Ultimate Course Bundle with over 10 hours of video

  • A one-hour consultation with one of the course instructors

    All for $649.99

Advanced FP&A & Best Practices FP&A Course

Advanced & Best Practices FP&A Course Bundle

Everything in standard bundle plus:

Course Data for Advanced FP&A Course 2025

  • March 115h and 12th 2025 from 10 AM - 1 PM MST

  • June 18th and 19th, 2025 from 10 AM - 1 PM MST

  • October 14th and 15th, 2025 from 10 AM - 1 PM MST

Meet Your Instructors

Paul Barnhurst

Ron Monteiro

  • Paul Barnhurst, The FP&A Guy, is a highly respected FP&A (Financial Planning and Analysis) professional, corporate trainer, consultant, and dynamic public speaker. As the founder of www.thefpandaguy.com, Paul is committed to sharing expert knowledge and resources in the fields of finance and Microsoft Excel, helping both individuals and organizations upskill their employees.

    Paul’s academic credentials include a Master of Science in Information Management and an MBA in Finance. He also holds the prestigious FPAC (Financial Planning & Analysis Certified Professional) certification from AFP and is recognized as an Advanced Finance Modeler (AFM) by the Financial Modeling Institute (FMI). These qualifications reflect his dedication to mastering the technical and strategic elements of financial planning.

    In addition, Paul has earned the elite distinction of Microsoft MVP for his excellence with Microsoft Excel, demonstrating his ability to harness and teach the advanced capabilities of the software. As a recognized thought leader in the FP&A community, Paul regularly engages with his audience of nearly 100,000 LinkedIn followers, providing valuable insights, best practices, and tools to optimize financial processes.

    Paul has over a decade of hands-on experience in Microsoft Excel,  analysis, forecasting, budgeting, and business strategy. His real-world expertise and approachable teaching style have made him a sought-after trainer and mentor, helping professionals at all stages of their careers develop the skills needed to succeed in today’s fast-paced business environment.

  • Ron is a Finance & Business Professional with 15+ years of finance and FP&A experience, including VP of Finance at a Canadian beverage company. Ron earned his Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Toronto and has his CPA, CMA designations. Ron has worked at several top-tier companies, including Hitachi, Kraft Foods, and Campbell Soup.

    Today, Ron facilitates training sessions for Clear Concept Inc. and is the lead facilitator for the high-performance team’s program. He is also a ‘Culturepreneur coach’ for Waterstone Human Capital.  Ron has a deep understanding and passion for helping individuals develop world-class communication and presentation skills. Ron has worked with companies all over the world including several Fortune 500 companies and regularly receives outstanding marks for his ability to convey complex concepts in simple terms.

    Ron is a forum chair for MacKay CEO forums where he regularly facilitates meetings with CEOs from different industries.

We Didn’t Say It, They Did…
TESTIMONIALS OF THE FP&A GUY’S COURSES

  • “Amazing course! All 4 sessions added tremendous value to my role and team. They were all very relevant to not just F&PA, but any Finance role. The visualizations really allowed me to understand how to display and share my story in a more understandable way (not just within finance). You both provided incredible tips, resources and examples that catered to everyone.”

    - Jennifer Caron

    CBU Manager

    Mars Canada

  • “Ron and Paul orchestrated an exceptional curriculum that was not only comprehensive but also incredibly insightful and engaging. “

    - Sowmiya Manickam

    Senior Financial Analyst

    Comcast

  • “Your course summarizes what takes many years to figure out by yourself and gives fresh new ideas. I absolutely loved it, you have a new fan!"

    -Mario Kozumplik

    Director of Finance & Strategy

    Subscribed

  • “Without a doubt the Best-Practice FP&A Course was the best course i ever had, I learned a lot and I can't wait to use what I learned in my company.”

    - Mahbube Dahaghin

    Finance Business Partner

    Karnameh

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