Here's how you can objectively assess your performance in Corporate Finance.

Financial analysis is fundamental for FP&A to support management decisions. However, this does not mean that it should focus solely on numbers. FP&A must understand the business dynamics behind the numbers. Why did revenue increase significantly this quarter? Can we link it to specific business events? The analysis should not only provide a breakdown of revenue increases by product but also explain the business reasons for the increase. Evaluating whether we are doing this effectively is one way to assess FP&A performance.

-Accuracy: Review your financial reports and models for accuracy in calculations and assumptions. -Comprehensiveness: Ensure your analyses cover all relevant aspects of financial performance, including profitability, liquidity, and solvency. -Benchmarking: Compare your financial metrics with industry standards and best practices to identify areas of improvement.

-Data-Driven Decisions: Evaluate how often your decisions are based on thorough data analysis and how effective those decisions have been. -Outcome Analysis: Review the outcomes of your financial decisions and projects to see if they met the expected objectives and targets. -Risk Management: Assess your ability to identify, evaluate, and mitigate financial risks in your decision-making process.

-Clarity: Examine how clearly and effectively you present financial information and recommendations to stakeholders. -Audience Adaptation: Evaluate your ability to tailor your communication to different audiences, such as executives, managers, and non-financial staff. -Feedback Integration: Consider how well you incorporate feedback from your presentations and reports to improve future communications.

-Adherence to Standards: Ensure all your financial practices and reporting comply with relevant laws, regulations, and accounting standards. -Audit Results: Review the results of internal and external audits to identify any areas of non-compliance or needed improvements. -Policy Updates: Keep track of changes in regulations and ensure your practices are updated accordingly to maintain compliance.

-Tool Utilization: Assess your proficiency with financial software and tools, such as Excel, ERP systems, and financial modeling software. -Process Automation: Evaluate how effectively you use technology to automate repetitive tasks and improve efficiency. -Continuous Learning: Stay updated with the latest financial technologies and software updates to maintain and enhance your technical skills.