Expense Variance Commentary Writer Needed

I have a cost-focused report that compares actual spending against our planned numbers, and I need concise, insightful variance comments inserted alongside each line item. The goal is to tell the story behind every over- or under-spend so that readers instantly understand why our actual expenses drifted from expectations.

You will receive the report in Excel together with the original budget column and the actuals. For every material variance you’ll explain the root cause, highlight any one-off factors, and note trends that management should keep an eye on. I’m interested in clear, jargon-free prose—just enough context for decision makers to act, not a full narrative essay.

Deliverables:
• Annotated Excel file (or Google Sheet) with a dedicated “Comment” column containing your explanations
• A brief summary paragraph at the top that pulls together the main themes you see across all variances

Acceptance criteria:
• Each material variance (≥5 % or ≥$1 k) has a comment.
• Comments focus on “why” rather than simply restating figures.
• Tone is professional yet plain-English, suitable for a board pack.

If you’re comfortable working with cost and expense data and can turn numbers into actionable insight, I’d love to see examples of similar commentary you’ve drafted and your expected turnaround time.