This report provides a comprehensive analysis of budget variances, focusing on the principles of financial and managerial accounting as applied in ACC 202. The report begins with an introduction that briefly explains the purpose of the paper, followed by a discussion of budget variances based on the Peyton Approved student worksheet, budget variance worksheet, and the Horngren's textbook. The analysis covers what each variance indicates and the steps needed to investigate the reasons behind them. The report then delves into the factors necessitating investigation to determine the causes of the variances, drawing from the same resources. The conclusion summarizes the main points and offers a final perspective on the importance of variance analysis in financial management. The report adheres to APA formatting guidelines, including proper citation of all sources, with Nobles, Mattison, and Matsumura’s Horngren’s financial and managerial accounting cited as an example.