variance-commentary

Generate driver-based variance commentary for financial statements from current, prior, and budget data.

Updated May 9, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/iTzFaisal/financial-services --skill variance-commentary-itzfaisal
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Skill: variance-commentary
Source: https://github.com/iTzFaisal/financial-services/tree/main/.opencode/skills/variance-commentary
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/iTzFaisal/financial-services --skill variance-commentary-itzfaisal

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Variance commentary is a manual, error-prone process for explaining monthly P&L and balance-sheet movements; this skill automates producing driver-based commentary for management reporting.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Flagged lines are identified when absolute variance exceeds materiality or when the line is on the always-comment list.
  • Driver explanations provide one-sentence narratives that describe the movement from underlying activity.
  • Output narrative includes a concise 3–5 sentence summary of the period's biggest movers to support management review.

Quick Start

Provide the period's current, prior, and budget figures to generate the variance commentary.

Frequently Asked Questions about variance-commentary

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I automate variance commentary for month-end P&L reporting?

Automate variance commentary by comparing current, prior, and budget financial data to generate driver-based narratives for month-end management reporting. The process identifies flagged lines exceeding materiality thresholds and produces concise summaries of period movers.

What is driver-based variance analysis in financial statements?

Driver-based variance analysis explains financial statement movements by generating one-sentence narratives describing underlying activity drivers. It compares current, prior, and budget figures to identify flagged lines and produce materiality-driven commentary for management review.

Can I flag specific P&L lines that always require commentary during month-end close?

Yes, specific P&L lines can be flagged for always-comment requirements alongside materiality threshold checks. The process identifies these flagged lines when absolute variance exceeds materiality limits or when designated lines require mandatory commentary generation.

How do I generate variance explanations comparing current, prior, and budget figures?

Generate variance explanations by providing current, prior, and budget financial figures as input. The system compares these datasets to produce driver-driven narratives explaining materiality-flagged movements and delivers a concise summary of the period's biggest movers.

Does variance commentary work for both P&L and balance sheet movements?

Yes, variance commentary applies to both P&L and balance sheet movements for management reporting. The process automates driver-based explanations by comparing current, prior, and budget data across financial statements to identify flagged lines exceeding materiality thresholds.

What data do I need to provide for automated variance commentary generation?

Provide the period's current, prior, and budget financial figures to generate variance commentary. The system requires these three datasets to compare movements, identify materiality-flagged lines, and produce driver-driven narratives explaining underlying activity changes.