Job Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and analytically driven individual for the role of Senior Manager – Business Finance within our Study Abroad division. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in driving financial planning, analysis, and business partnering activities to support the division's strategic goals. This position requires 6- 8 years of relevant experience in business finance or FP&A;, coupled with strong financial acumen and excellent interpersonal skills.

Key Responsibilities

● Own end-to-end financial planning cadence including annual budgets, rolling forecasts, and monthly performance reviews with senior stakeholders.
● Drive budget vs. actual variance analysis, clearly articulating key drivers, risks, and corrective actions to enable timely business decisions.
● Provide detailed financial analysis of key performance indicators (KPIs) and other business metrics to inform strategic planning.
● Proactively flag financial risks and opportunities, recommending actions to protect margins and improve cash flows.




● Act as a strategic finance partner to sales, operations, and delivery teams to influence pricing, cost structures, and profitability outcomes.
● Partner with controllership to ensure financial governance, accuracy, and compliance in reporting and business metrics.
● Perform detailed cost and margin analysis across services, identifying areas for margin improvement.
● Identify and drive process improvements and automation opportunities to enhance financial accuracy, efficiency, and turnaround time. Required

Qualification and Skills

● Qualified certifications (CA, CFA).
● 6 - 8 years of experience in business finance / FP&A; roles.
● Advanced proficiency in MS Excel, financial modelling, and ERP systems.
● Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to interact effectively with cross-functional teams and senior management.

📌 Senior Manager (Gurugram)
🏢 upGrad
📍 Gurugram