Job Description: Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A;)

Role Overview

We are looking for experienced Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A;) professionals to support strategic financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and business performance management. The ideal candidate will have strong financial expertise, experience in P&L; ownership, and the ability to partner with business stakeholders to drive financial performance and support strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

- Manage financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to support business objectives.

- Take ownership of Profit and Loss (P&L;) reporting and performance management.

- Develop and maintain cash flow forecasts and support working capital management.

- Implement and manage zero-based budgeting processes to improve cost efficiency.

- Analyze financial performance, identify variances, and provide actionable insights to senior management.

- Partner with cross-functional teams to align financial plans with business strategies.

- Support financial controlling activities and ensure accurate financial reporting.

- Monitor key financial metrics and provide recommendations to improve profitability and operational efficiency.

- Prepare financial reports, management presentations, and performance analysis for stakeholders.

- Collaborate with business leaders to support strategic planning and informed financial decision-making.

Required Skills and Expertise

- Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A;)

- P&L; Ownership and Management

- Budgeting and Forecasting

- Variance Analysis

- Business Partnering

- Working Capital Management

- Cash Flow Forecasting

- Zero-Based Budgeting

- Financial Controlling

- Cross-Functional Collaboration

- Financial Reporting and Performance Analysis

Educational Qualifications





Candidates must possess one of the following qualifications from a premier institute:

- Chartered Accountant (CA)

- Cost and Management Accountant (CMA)

- Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)

- Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

- MBA in Finance

Experience Requirements

- 10–15 years of relevant professional experience.

- Strong experience in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance management.

- Demonstrated expertise in P&L; ownership, business partnering, and financial analysis.

- Experience in the FMCG or tobacco industry, or with leading professional services firms, is preferred.

Target Companies and Industries

Preferred Companies:

- KPMG

- PwC

- Deloitte

- EY

Preferred Industries:

- FMCG

- Tobacco

Work Location and Facilities

- Base Location: Gurgaon

- Work Arrangement: Work From Office (WFO)

- Relocation: Candidates must be willing to relocate to Gurgaon.

- Shift Timing: US shifts; exact timings to be confirmed.

- Cab Facility: Two-way cab facility within the designated hiring zone.

Notice Period

Candidates with a notice period of 30–45 days are preferred.

Documentation and Interview Process

- Documentation: As per standard company policy.

- Interview Rounds: As per standard company policy.

- Recruitment Drive: October drive plans are yet to be confirmed.

Important Candidate Considerations

- Solid financial planning and analytical capabilities are essential.

- Candidates should have experience in budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial controlling.

- Strong stakeholder management and business partnering skills are required.

- Candidates with relevant experience in the preferred companies and industries will be prioritized.

- Sales and Marketing profiles are excluded from this requirement.

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