CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Head – Financial Planning & Analysis

Autobahn Corp Date: 13 October 2026

Dear Professionals,

Autobahn Corp, a multi-location automobile dealership group with operations across Kerala, Maharashtra, Goa and Delhi NCR, is strengthening its Finance function. We are inviting applications from qualified Chartered Accountants with strong FP&A; leadership experience for the following senior position.

Head – Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A;)

Department

Finance & Accounts

Reporting To

Head of Finance / CFO / Finance Director

Qualification

Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) – Member of ICAI

Experience

10+ years in FP&A;, budgeting, forecasting, MIS and financial reporting

Role Focus

Leading budgeting and forecasting, branch-wise and consolidated profitability analysis, financial modelling, working capital management, and MIS automation

Preferred Background

Automobile industry, preferably multi-branch, multi-OEM dealership operations

How to Apply

Interested candidates may share their updated CV by email, with the subject line “Application – Head FP&A;”, along with the following details:

▪ Current designation and organisation

▪ Total and relevant years of experience

▪ Current and expected CTC

▪ Notice period The detailed for this position is enclosed with this letter. We also welcome referrals of suitable professionals from your network.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Warm regards,

Minesh A. R.

AGM – People & Culture

Autobahn Corp

Mobile: +91 86069 76019

Email: [email protected]

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Head – Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A;)

Job Title

Head – Financial Planning & Analysis

Department

Finance & Accounts

Reporting To

Head of Finance / CFO / Finance Director

Location

As per company requirements

Experience

10+ years

Qualification

Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) – Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)

Industry Preference

Automobile / Automobile Dealership

1. JOB PURPOSE To head the FP&A; function and lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, profitability analysis, and management reporting across business units and branches. The role provides actionable financial insights to management, supports strategic decision-making, monitors financial performance, and strengthens financial control across the organisation.

2. KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Financial Planning & Budgeting

▪ Lead the preparation of annual budgets, operating plans, and periodic financial forecasts.

▪ Coordinate with business heads and branch managers to develop budgets and financial targets.

▪ Monitor actual performance against budgets and analyse variances.

▪ Prepare rolling forecasts and financial projections based on business trends and operational requirements.

B. Financial Reporting & MIS

▪ Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual management reports, including P&L;,



balance sheet, cash flow, and key financial indicators.

▪ Develop consolidated and branch-wise financial MIS reports for management review.

▪ Ensure timely, accurate, and standardised financial reporting across business units.

▪ Prepare dashboards and performance reports highlighting key business trends and financial risks.

C. Profitability & Business Analysis

▪ Analyse branch-wise, business-unit-wise, and OEM-wise profitability.

▪ Evaluate gross margins, operating expenses, contribution margins, and EBITDA.

▪ Monitor revenue across vehicle sales, spare parts, service, finance commissions, insurance income, and other dealership revenue streams.

▪ Identify profitability gaps, cost optimisation opportunities, and underperforming branches.

▪ Conduct break-even analysis, sensitivity analysis, and scenario planning for business expansion and new investments.

D. Financial Modelling & Strategic Support

▪ Develop financial models for current business proposals, territory expansion, and capital expenditure.

▪ Assess the financial viability and expected returns of proposed projects and investments.

▪ Support management in strategic planning, resource allocation, and performance improvement initiatives.

▪ Prepare financial presentations and decision-support reports for senior management and the Board, as required.

E. Working Capital & Cost Management

▪ Monitor working capital, inventory levels, receivables, payables, and cash flow performance.

▪ Analyse inventory funding costs, interest expenses, and utilisation of banking facilities.

▪ Track operating costs against budgets and recommend cost-control measures.

▪ Coordinate with Treasury, Accounts, Sales, Service, and Operations teams to improve financial efficiency.

F. Process Improvement & Financial Controls

▪ Standardise budgeting, reporting, and financial analysis processes across branches.

▪ Improve the accuracy, timeliness, and reliability of financial data.

▪ Develop financial KPIs and performance-monitoring mechanisms.

▪ Leverage ERP systems and reporting tools to automate MIS and reduce manual reporting.

▪ Ensure appropriate reconciliation and validation of financial data before management reporting.

3. REQUIRED SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

Competency

Description

Technical Finance Skills

Strong understanding of financial statements, accounting principles, financial analysis, and management accounting.

Financial Reporting

Expertise in MIS, consolidated reporting, P&L; analysis, and management dashboards.

Budgeting & Forecasting





Proven ability to prepare budgets, forecasts, variance analysis, and financial projections.

Analytical Skills

Ability to interpret financial data, identify trends, investigate deviations, and provide actionable recommendations.

Financial Modelling

Working knowledge of business case analysis, scenario planning, break-even analysis, and investment evaluation.

ERP & Reporting Tools

Advanced Excel (PivotTables, XLOOKUP, SUMIFS, financial modelling); experience with Power BI and ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or equivalent is preferred.

Communication & Presentation

Ability to present financial insights clearly to senior management and non-finance stakeholders.

Leadership & Coordination

Ability to lead and develop the FP&A; team, manage reporting timelines, and coordinate with multiple business units.

4. EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE

Requirement

Details

Essential

Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) and Member of ICAI.

Essential

Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in Finance, FP&A;, MIS, budgeting, or financial reporting.

Preferred

Prior experience in the automobile industry, preferably in automobile dealerships handling multiple branches and OEMs.

Added Advantage

Experience in branch-wise profitability, consolidated reporting, inventory funding, working capital management, and dealership operations.

Desirable

Experience in ERP implementation, MIS automation, and financial process improvement.

5. KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPIS)

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Key Result Area

Performance Indicator

1

MIS Reporting

Timely submission of monthly MIS and management reports.

2

Budgeting & Forecasting

Budgeting accuracy and effectiveness of financial forecasting.

3

Variance Management

Timely identification and resolution of budget variances.

4

Profitability Reporting

Accuracy of branch-wise and consolidated profitability reports.

5

Financial Performance

Improvement in EBITDA margins and cost efficiency.

6

Decision Support

Quality and timeliness of financial analysis supporting management decisions.

7

Cash Flow & Working Capital

Accuracy of cash flow and working capital forecasts.

8

Process Automation

Successful automation and standardisation of financial reporting processes.

6. IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE A qualified Chartered Accountant with strong analytical and technical capabilities, sound commercial understanding, and proven experience in budgeting, financial reporting, and profitability analysis. The candidate should be capable of translating financial information into meaningful business insights and supporting senior management in strategic and operational decision-making within a multi-location automobile dealership environment.

- Note: This outlines the principal duties of the role and is not exhaustive. The jobholder may be required to undertake other related responsibilities as assigned by management from time to time.

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