FP&A

Long-Term Financial Plan (3-5 Year) Template

Project financial performance for 3-5 years. Plan for growth investments, financing needs, and capital allocation.

How to use this template

1

Establish planning assumptions

Define strategic assumptions: revenue growth rates, operating margin targets, tax rate, capex as percent of revenue, dividend/buyback plans.

2

Project income statement

Build 3-5 year P&L: revenue, COGS, operating expenses, operating income, interest, taxes, net income. Show EBITDA and free cash flow.

3

Project balance sheet

Forecast assets (receivables, inventory, fixed assets) and liabilities (payables, debt) needed to support revenue growth.

4

Project cash flow

Calculate operating cash flow, capex, financing needs, and free cash flow. Determine if plan is self-funding or requires capital raise.

5

Assess financial feasibility

Review debt ratios, interest coverage, liquidity, and ROIC. Adjust assumptions if plan is not financially sustainable or attractive.

Why use this template

  • Aligns financial projections with long-term strategic plan
  • Projects capital and financing needs for growth
  • Validates financial viability of strategic initiatives
  • Supports lender, investor, and board discussions

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