Paul Barnhurst

Founder

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 field of finance, helping both individuals and organizations enhance their financial planning and business strategy capabilities. 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, a key tool in the FP&A profession. 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 financial 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. He is also the host of three popular finance podcasts that discuss FP&A, financial modeling, and the future of finance as it relates to finance and technology.