Financial Planning & Budgeting
- Lead annual operating plan (AOP), budgeting, and rolling forecasts
- Build and maintain driver-based financial models
- Align business unit plans with overall corporate strategy
Performance Management
- Conduct variance analysis (Actuals vs Budget vs Forecast)
- Track KPIs: revenue, margins, cost ratios, productivity metrics
- Provide actionable insights to senior leadership
Business Partnering
- Act as a finance partner to business heads/functions
- Translate financial data into strategic recommendations
- Support pricing, product profitability, and investment decisions
Management Reporting
- Prepare monthly/quarterly MIS, dashboards, and board decks
- Present insights to CXOs / senior leadership
- Automate reporting for efficiency and accuracy
Cost & Profitability Analysis
- Identify cost optimization opportunities
- Analyze unit economics and segment profitability
- Monitor ROI on key initiatives/projects
Strategic Initiatives
- Support long-term financial planning (LTP)
- Evaluate business cases, capex proposals, and investments
- Scenario planning and sensitivity analysis
Process & Systems Improvement
- Drive automation (Excel models, BI tools like Power BI/Tableau)
- Improve planning and reporting frameworks
- Ensure data integrity and governance
Required Qualifications & Skills
- Chartered Accountant (CA) / CMA or equivalent financial qualification.
- At least 12 years of experience in financial controllership, statutory reporting, concurrent audit and compliance.
- Strong working knowledge of US GAAP, local GAAP, and financial reporting standards.
- Experience in regulatory filings, audits, and compliance frameworks.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
- Proficient in ERP systems and advanced Excel/BI tools; robust communication skills.