FP&A Today Getting to a great Controller FP&A Relationship – Bill Hanna
Mar 13, 2025
Bill Hanna, CPA and founder of The Financial Controller, shares his unique journey from hotel management to a successful accounting career. He discusses the evolving role of controllers and their crucial relationship with FP&A teams. Bill emphasizes the importance of mentoring and continuous learning in overcoming accounting challenges. He sheds light on the impact of technology on finance jobs and his transition into being an influencer, while entertainingly revealing his favorite Excel features as a Mac user.
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Accidental Accountant
- Bill Hanna stumbled into accounting after a career in hotel management.
- A professor's passion inspired his career shift, leading him to PwC and then to various controller roles.
Mentorship Matters
- Discuss career progression regularly with your staff.
- Teach them advanced topics to foster growth and show you care.
Embrace Mistakes
- Openly discuss your own mistakes with your team.
- This makes you relatable and encourages them to approach you when they err.