Variance Analysis Tracker
Explain — clearly and confidently — why actuals didn't match plan.
What you walk away with: A colour-coded variance table plus drafted commentary you can export.
Why it matters: Turns monthly surprises into structured explanations Finance actually trusts — no more scrambling on close day.
| Category | Budgeted | Actual | Variance (£) | Variance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Staffing | £ | £ | +£4,500 | +11.3% |
| Marketing | £ | £ | -£2,800 | -18.7% |
| Software | £ | £ | +£1,800 | +22.5% |
| Travel | £ | £ | +£1,400 | +28.0% |
| Total | £68,000 | £72,900 | +£4,900 | 7.2% |
Draft Variance Commentary
Auto-drafted from your top three over-budget items — fill in the reasoning.