The FP&A Fix for Finance Leaders to Solve Data Trust Issues using Empathy and Strategy with Ramya

In this episode of FP&A Tomorrow, host Paul Barnhurst sits down with Ramya Krishnaganth, founder of Yuvi Consulting and a leader in finance transformation. Ramya brings a thoughtful and practical perspective on how FP&A goes far beyond numbers; it's about understanding the business, working across departments, and making real-world decisions easier. She shares stories from her work helping companies solve messy data problems, improve cost control, and build stronger financial processes.

Ramya Krishnaganth is an experienced advisor with a background in cost accounting, financial planning, and enterprise transformations. She holds an executive MBA from Wharton and has helped companies across industries build smarter, more responsive finance functions. Her passion is making data more meaningful and empowering teams to work better together not just through systems, but through clarity, communication, and care.

Expect to Learn:

• Why great FP&A is about being the “nervous system” of a company, not just reporting numbers.
• How a CFO used one simple metric to drive company-wide cost discipline.
• Why fixing data issues means looking beyond tech and starting with people and processes.
• How to build credibility in finance by solving one problem at a time.
• What it means to approach data with empathy and why it changes how you solve problems.

Here are a few quotes from the episode:

• “You don’t always need a new system. Sometimes clarity and better definitions solve the problem.” - Ramya Krishnaganth
• “Credibility comes when you give people answers they can use, when they need them.” - Ramya Krishnaganth
• “Transformations aren’t about technology alone. They’re about making real decisions easier.” - Ramya Krishnaganth

Ramya brings warmth and wisdom to a topic that often feels technical and dry. This episode is a great listen for finance professionals looking to strengthen their influence, better understand how to approach messy data, or simply hear how someone else has helped real companies tackle hard problems. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by data or unsure where to start, Ramya’s insights will give you both a fresh perspective and practical next steps.

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In Today’s Episode

[01:51] - Welcome to The Episode

[05:16] - A CFO’s Smart Cost-Control Strategy

[08:55] - Why Financial Transformation Matters

[13:05] - Why Companies Struggle With Data

[14:32] - Root Causes: People, Process, or Tech

[19:25] - Smart Approaches to Fixing Data

[24:29] - Empathy and Data: What It Really Means

[27:41] - Finding and Solving the Right Problems

[32:48] - Practical Advice for Analysts

[38:42] - Must-Have Skills for FP&A

[43:04] - Ramya’s Personal Interests

[49:01] - Final Thoughts and How to Connect