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How would you analyze monthly variance between actual financial results and budgeted forecasts?
Describe a practical process for quantifying the variance, identifying its underlying drivers, distinguishing timing effects from structural issues, and communicating conclusions to finance and business stakeholders. Explain which data you would review, how you would prioritize investigation, and what actions or forecast updates could follow.