1.5 CPE This course corresponds to our Controllership series. Within this course, we specifically address the Controllers role and pro-active potentials in organization Strategic and Annual Planning. This series of courses is dedicated to exploring the traditional controller role and stepping out of the box to identify areas where the Controller can add strategic value to their organizations.
Controllers are essential to the day-to-day accounting for organizations. Yet, the role is not often readily understood. In today’s world of acronyms such as CFO, CEO, COO, CAO, etc. the Controller function may get lost in the shuffle. However, they are a critical group of professionals who ensure the adequacy and transparency of accounting and financial reporting information.
When it comes to the task of strategic planning, many feel this role is primarily the responsibility of the executive team and board. However, in this course, we delve into the various steps of the strategic plan and explore where the Controller can add strategic value through providing functional input and insight.
Strategic planning is a process used to identify goals, the strategies necessary to accomplish those goals, and the internal performance management system that will be used to monitor and evaluate progress.
Below courses are currently available on the site:
- The Controllership Series: The Controller Function - Elevating the Role
- The Controllership Series: The Controller Function - Strategic and Annual Planning
- The Controllership Series: The Controller Function - Cash and Investments
- The Controllership Series: The Controller Function - Inventory Process Part 1
- The Controllership Series: The Controller Function - Inventory Process Part 2
- The Controllership Series: Financial Statement Preparation and Presentation
Learning Objectives
- Defining strategic planning.
- The controller’s challenges in the strategic planning process.
- Risk Management and internal controls.
- The controller role in strategic planning.
- Step One - Determine your strategic position.
- Step Two - Establishing prioritize objectives.
- Step Three - Set the strategic plan.
- Step Four - Execute and manage the plan.
- Step Five - Review and revise the plan.
Last updated/reviewed: August 20, 2023
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Included In Certifications
This course is included in the following Certification Programs:
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- The Controllership Series: The Controller Function - Elevating the Role
- The Controllership Series: The Controller Function - Strategic and Annual Planning
- The Controllership Series: The Controllers Role in Financial Forecasting
- The Controllership Series: Future Role of the Controller – Part 1
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- The Controllership Series: The Controller Function - Inventory Part 1
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51 Reviews (314 ratings)
Reviews
Anonymous
(None)
Helpful course with great overview of the strategic planning process and how a controller can become more involved and add value. Technology and a strong team are instrumental in supporting the controller to this end. Since the controller may not have capacity to take on all of the suggestions, particularly if resources are limited, it would be great to get a view on what would be most impactful to tackle first.
Anonymous
(Accountant)
Interesting ideas and I liked the discussion about ways the role of controller is changing in todays environment. It would have been helpful to see more depth in the examples, although that would make the course longer than its current scope, so admittedly there is a tradeoff.
Anonymous
(Director of FInance)
The topic was timely. I thought that the content should have been a little more straight forward. I thought the instructor was good and knowledgable, however it was harder to follow than other courses.
Anonymous
(Finance & Accounting Consultant)
Good overview of strategic and annual planning for Controllers. Organizations vary, but this gave a very insightful view on how Controllers can get more involved and what areas to focus and add value.
Anonymous
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I appreciated the explanations of the steps in strategic planning and how the controller can add value in each of the steps. The examples are a good way to show real world role of the controller
Anonymous
(Corporate Controller)
I enjoy Ms. Fountain's approach to her classes because she uses real examples and not just hypothetical scenarios. Which allows for better understanding of the material at hand.
Anonymous
()
The course provides an overview of the five steps taken to add more value. It would be better to provide sources where the controllers can go to look for guidance or examples.
Anonymous
(Compass Consultant)
Great overview of the critical steps that must be taken in order to build a strategic plan within the organization. Very helpful for things to consider as I step into the role.
Nicole Gordon
( at D&D Ingredients, LLC)
I enjoyed learning about the role of the controller in Devising, Implementing and Reviewing the Strategic Plan. Made me think about what I could be doing in my current role.
Anonymous
(Treasury Manager)
Great way to explain the Strategic and Annual planning roles for the Controllers. Need to follow these guidelines and establish more strategies in the Financial Department.
Anonymous
(None)
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Kathleen Busk Varas
(Principal Financial Consultant at V Ventures Consulting)
Solid framework for assisting controller's in providing good decision support information to top management to be used in strategic plans and monitoring/reporting.
Anonymous
(Controller)
This course provided good framework for how Controllers can best contribute to the strategic planning process and monitor results during the year.
Anonymous
(Advisor)
One thing I did not love was that during the quiz, there were too many answers that were just "all of the above." This made it almost too obvious.
Anonymous
(Finance Consultant)
I found this content to be highly interesting and relevant to a successful fulfillment of the controller role within an organization. Thanks
Chere Bramer
(Consultant at CLBM Consulting, LLC)
Useful breakdown of how to go about creating a strategic plan. This will be helpful when trying to get a seat at the decision-makers table.
Sean Flynn
(Accounting Manager at Rosemawr Management)
Thorough course on strategic planning of a company and how a controller can play a roll in making sure initiatives are followed through on.
Anonymous
()
Good examples as to how a controller elevates his or her role by being involved in the different steps of the strategic planning process.
Mark Eason
( at BVUA)
The first question about the length of a strategic plan has no correct answer. MS Fountain gave various answers from 10 years to 3 years.
Anonymous
()
Very thought provoking. As someone working at a young company, this was very insightful to think through the strategic planning process.
Anonymous
(accountant)
The instructor is very clear with examples reflecting the recent world event. The structure is easy to understand with great examples.
Anonymous
(CFO)
This was a great course really enjoyed the presentation, materials, and coursework aligned with its continuing education series.
Anonymous
(Controller)
This was a great course that provides valuable skills the Controllers should keep in mind to enhance their role and contribution.
Anonymous
(SVP)
High level overview of the role of the controller in the strategic planning process - slides were clear and easy to follow.
Anonymous
(CPA Controller CFO)
The course provided adequate education in the areas expected and fulfilled the objectives of learning in the subject area.
Anonymous
(Director Net Revenue)
Definitely very helpful on ideas to improve the business and breaking down ways controllers can support the process
Anonymous
(Accountant)
A good overview of the steps involved with a strategic plan. I will likely refer to the materials in the future.
Anonymous
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This is pretty good content. Overall, it's not overly actionable but still a good theoretical view of the topic.
Anonymous
(Accounting Manager)
Good overview of how the Controller can assist in developing and manage the strategic plan of the organization.
Zachary Lockhart
( at Private Business)
another good course on roles and responsibilities of the controller function. thank you for the course.
Anonymous
()
Good overview of the challenges to effective strategic planning and the role played by the Controller.
Anonymous
()
The instructor was very clear and concise. The format and structure of the course was easy to follow.
Anonymous
(finance controller /Director)
Strategic planning is treated various type of considrtions per steps. This is special tips for me.
Lawrence Hirsch
(Controller at Builders design)
We have done it again thanks to you Lynn and a great course. learned tons.
Thank you,
Larry
Sean Searley
( at Sean Searley)
The Controllership Series: The Controller Function - Strategic and Annual Planning - good stuff.
Anonymous
(OWNER)
It is very important to understand the concept to effectively upgrade the role of a controller.
Ada Ramirez
(Consultant at Robert Half)
I'm a controller and this course is very relevant to the trends I am encountering today.
Abraham Minto
( at Abraham Minto LLC)
Lynn's Controllership Series course on Strategic and Annual Planning was well organized
Anonymous
(Senior Accountant)
Solid overview of strategic planning, from the perspective of a Controller - thanks!
Anonymous
(Controller)
I really like this course because it expanded my knowledge of Strategic Planning.
Inna Shmukler
(Controller at Fornetix LLC)
Good as an overview. Some useful information, but seems somewhat too general.
Anonymous
(CFO)
Lynn does a great job of using real-world examples to illustrate the concepts
Anonymous
(Controller)
Really good high level summary of a controller's role in strategic planning.
Tyler Ellens
(Staff Acountant at Evenhouse & Co. P.C.)
Good overview of process and provides detail about each step in the process
Anonymous
(Accountant)
Great course, clear and concise, would recommend others to take this course
Anonymous
(Corporate Controller)
Useful course ! Wish there were more practical examples or case studies.
Anonymous
(Director for Temporal Affairs)
The final exam questions didn't seem to match exactly what was taught.
Kelsey Kozachuk
(Sr. Controller at Browne Consulting Group)
Good overview of strategic and annual planning for Controllers.
Anonymous
(Controller)
Excellent presentation in a way that makes it understandable
Lorene Johnson
( at SeaOne Holdings)
Always enjoy Lynn's courses. Very clearly presented.
David Fajardo
(Financial Planning Analyst at Clear Blue Insurance Group)
good me gusto a lot, i want to be the best controller
Prerequisites
Course Complexity: Foundational
No advanced preparation or prerequisites are required for this course.
It is recommended to take Other Segments of The Controllership Series courses by Lynn Fountain.
1. The Controllership Series: The Controller Function - Elevating the Role
2. The Controllership Series: The Controller Function - Strategic and Annual Planning
3. The Controllership Series: The Controller Function - Cash and Investments
4. The Controllership Series: The Controller Function - Inventory Part 1
5. The Controllership Series: The Controller Function - Inventory Part 2
6. The Controllership Series: Financial Statement Preparation and Presentation
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Illumeo, Inc., 75 East Santa Clara St., Suite 1215, San Jose, CA
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