Financial Modelling
Three-way models, cash flow forecasting, business valuation, sensitivity analysis, and property feasibility, all built in Excel.
93 posts in this category
Sep 4 2026
Financial Model Review: What an Independent Review Covers
What an independent financial model review checks in Australia: formula consistency, circular references, scenario integrity, debt logic and tie-outs, plus what it costs and when to get one.
Aug 30 2026
Driver-Based Financial Forecasting in Excel
Build an Excel forecast from operating drivers like price, volume and headcount instead of a flat growth percentage, with an Australian worked example.
Aug 24 2026
Budget vs Actual for Not-for-Profits in Excel
Track grant funding, restricted funds and program budgets in Excel: a practical budget vs actual framework for Australian not-for-profits.
Aug 12 2026
Industry-Specific Financial Modelling: Key Considerations by Sector
What to model first in your industry: sector-specific drivers, risk factors and metrics for financial modelling and valuation across 9 industries.
Aug 8 2026
Check Register Template: Bank Reconciliation in Excel
Keep a running balance of every transaction with a check register template in Excel. Reconcile against bank statements quickly and accurately.
Jul 31 2026
Travel Expense Tracker Template: ATO-Friendly Excel Spreadsheet
Track business travel costs with this Excel travel expense template. Built for ATO record keeping: dates, amounts, GST, kilometres and receipts.
Jul 13 2026
Construction Profitability Tracking in Excel
Track profitability at the job level in Excel. Covers cost allocation, variation tracking, overhead recovery, and profit fade analysis for construction businesses.
Jul 11 2026
Excel for Due Diligence: Building a Deal Review Workbook
Walk through a structured due diligence workbook in Excel. Financial statement analysis, valuation cross-checks, synergy modelling, and red flag tracking for SME acquisitions.
Jul 10 2026
Excel for Government Reporting and Compliance Tracking
Government teams use Excel differently. Audit trails, data integrity controls, multi-stakeholder reporting, and template standardisation for compliance-heavy environments.
Jul 6 2026
How to Build a Break-Even Calculator in Excel
Build an interactive break-even calculator in Excel step by step. Data tables, goal seek, scenario selectors, and dynamic charts for pricing decisions.
Jul 4 2026
How to Build Dynamic Financial Models in Excel (Step by Step)
A practical guide to building flexible, auditable financial models in Excel. Covers model structure, dynamic formulas, scenario switching, and integrated statements.
Jul 1 2026
Monthly P&L Forecasting in Excel for Small Business
Build a monthly profit and loss forecast in Excel that actually helps you make decisions. Step-by-step instructions with driver-based assumptions, variance tracking, and scenario planning.
Jun 28 2026
Build vs Buy: Financial Models for Your Business
Not sure whether to buy a template, build your own financial model, or hire a consultant? Here is a practical framework for deciding based on your business stage, complexity, and budget.
Jun 27 2026
GST, PAYG & Super in Excel Models
Australian tax rules create specific modelling challenges. Learn how to handle GST, PAYG withholding, superannuation guarantee, and ATO compliance timing in your Excel financial models.
Jun 25 2026
Cash Flow Forecasting: Direct vs Indirect Method in Excel
Two ways to forecast cash flow, one practical guide. Learn the difference between direct and indirect cash flow methods, when to use each, and how to build both in Excel with Australian GST and PAYG considerations.
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