Mastering Variance Analysis for Financial Statements

Mastering Variance Analysis for Financial Statements

Live Webinar

Guest Speaker:   Shana Cooper
Topic:   Accounting, Taxation and Accounting
Credit:   CPE 2.00, ATATX 1.50
Average Rating: 4.6 / 5

Webinar Details $199

  • Webinar Date: June 12, 2025
  • Webinar Time: 12:00pm - 1:40pm EDT   live
  • Webinar Length: 100 Minutes
  • Guest Speaker:   Shana Cooper
  • Topic:   Accounting, Taxation and Accounting
  • Credit:   CPE 2.00, ATATX 1.50
All Access Membership

Discover how to extract meaningful insights from financial statements through the power of variance analysis. Join Shana Cooper, CPA, and founder of The AccountAbility Team, LLC, as she shares over 30 years of accounting expertise to help you move beyond surface-level reporting. In this comprehensive webinar, you will learn how to uncover the real story behind your balance sheets and income statements, empowering you to drive better business decisions and strengthen financial controls.

This practical course equips accounting professionals at all levels with tools and techniques that work across any technology platform. Key topics include core variance analysis concepts, methods for investigating and explaining deviations, distinguishing between temporary fluctuations and meaningful trends, and strategies for connecting variance results to business drivers. Through detailed case studies and guided exercises, you’ll learn to build a robust financial analysis program, present findings effectively to stakeholders, and make variance analysis a strategic tool for organizational excellence. Whether you are reviewing internal financial statements or supporting multiple clients, this webinar offers actionable insights to elevate your financial review process.

Your Benefits for Attending:
  • Understand the importance and essential elements of quality financial analysis
  • Learn systematic approaches to identifying and investigating relevant deviations
  • Explore strategies successful accounting teams use to translate variance data into actionable business recommendations
Business Benefits:
  • Increased accuracy in financial interpretation
  • More efficient financial review processes
  • Better audit preparedness
  • Reduced risk of overlooking significant financial issues
  • Enhanced team capability, cross-training, and confidence
  • Improved decision-making through reliable financial insights

Attending this webinar will sharpen your financial analysis skills, improve your ability to spot critical issues early, and strengthen your role as a strategic partner in business decision-making.

  • Shana Cooper

CPE Credit

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ATATX Credit

Aurora Training Advantage is offering continuing education points designed to recognize dedication to training and excellence in accounting.

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Speakers Performance Based On Past Webinar Survey Results

Average rating

4.6 / 5

This speaker has received a total of 7 survey responses. Attendees have given an average rating of 4.6 stars out of a possible 5, reflecting on the speakers performance on the following questions.

Overall, how satisfied were you with this presenter?
4.7 Stars
How closely did the presenter follow the schedule?
4.6 Stars

Reviews From Past Webinar Surveys

Our webinars are crafted to deliver exceptional value and insight to business professionals. To ensure we meet and exceed your expectations, we conduct thorough post live webinar surveys. Below, you'll find genuine feedback from attendees, sharing their thoughts on the speaker's performance. These reviews highlight our commitment to continuous improvement and excellence in providing top-tier educational experiences.

Lisa D.
April 25, 2025
3.5 / 5
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4.0 Stars
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3.0 Stars
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Keep the survey questions up longer. I could not get through all of them before time was up.

Alaine W.
January 22, 2025
4 / 5
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My month end close isn't as bad as I thought. More confirmation for me I'm on the right track. Thanks

Juliana L.
January 21, 2025
5 / 5
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5.0 Stars
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no comment

German F.
January 21, 2025
5 / 5
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I really liked new/different presenter for previous accounting sessions.

Raquel A.
January 21, 2025
5 / 5
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5.0 Stars
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5.0 Stars
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It was very nice to see her explaining. the body language it is very helpful . Good job

Paulette O.
January 21, 2025
5 / 5
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STACEY F.
January 21, 2025
5 / 5
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5.0 Stars
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5.0 Stars
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I would've like to review the reconciliation software or other applications to assist with the close process.
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