What is this role about? - The Assistant Manager of FP&A will lead financial planning, analysis, and reporting while spearheading cost-saving initiatives and supporting and managing investor relations. This role demands a strong financial background, an analytical mindset, and excellent communication skills to answer investor queries. - You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, support senior leadership in strategic decisions, and ensure that financial performance aligns with business objectives. - This role is integral to our financial operations and strategic growth, bridging the gap between finance, investor relations, and operational efficiency. We are looking for a candidate with a mix of strategic vision and hands-on financial expertise to support our continued success. Responsibilities: 1. Financial Planning, Analysis & Reporting: - Lead financial forecasting, budgeting, and long-term strategic planning. - Analyze financial results, trends, and variances, offering actionable insights to drive business decisions. - Create and maintain financial models that support short-term and long-term business goals. - Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for senior management and investors. - Manage financial performance metrics (KPIs) to ensure alignment with growth objectives. Key Tasks: - Build and maintain dynamic financial models for P&L, cash flow, and balance sheets. - Conduct variance analysis (actual vs. budget/forecast) and recommend corrective actions. - Collaborate with department heads to consolidate budget inputs and track performance. - Present financial updates and performance insights to the leadership team. - Regularly update financial dashboards and KPIs for internal and external stakeholders. 2. Cost Reduction & Efficiency Initiatives: - Identify areas of cost inefficiency and implement cost-saving strategies across the organization. - Work with department heads to optimize operational expenses while maintaining growth. - Review and renegotiate contracts with vendors to ensure the best pricing and terms. - Analyze and restructure company spending to improve margins and profitability. - Establish cost monitoring frameworks to ensure ongoing savings. Key Tasks: - Conduct comprehensive cost analysis to identify areas for savings and optimization. - Collaborate with department leads to reduce non-essential expenditures. - Implement and track cost reduction initiatives and assess their financial impact. - Lead efforts to renegotiate vendor contracts and improve procurement efficiency. - Prepare reports on cost optimization results and present them to the leadership team. 3. Investor Relations: - Serve as the key point of contact for investor communications and queries. - Prepare and present financial reports, forecasts, and updates for investors and board members. - Develop and maintain relationships with investors, providing timely and transparent information. - Assist in the creation of investor materials, including pitch decks, financial models, and performance summaries. - Ensure all investor-related queries are answered promptly and comprehensively. Key Tasks: - Prepare regular financial updates, including performance reports, for investor distribution. - Respond to investor inquiries related to financial performance, strategy, and outlook. - Create detailed financial presentations for investor meetings and board reviews. - Work with leadership to develop investor communications strategy and materials. - Track investor feedback and update internal teams on investor concerns or questions. 4. Strategic Business Partnering: - Collaborate with key business leaders to provide financial insights that support business strategy. - Work closely with product, marketing, and operations teams to evaluate the financial impact of key initiatives. - Provide financial guidance on product launches, new market entries, and pricing strategies. - Ensure all departments are aligned with financial goals and budget targets. - Serve as a financial advisor for major strategic projects, offering actionable recommendations. What will make you fit for the role? Pre-requisites: - Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field (MBA or CFA preferred). - 3+ years of experience in FP&A, with exposure to cost reduction, and investor relations. - Proven ability to build financial models, conduct financial analysis, and manage budgets. - Excellent communication skills, with the ability to interact with investors and senior leadership. - High proficiency in financial planning software, Excel, and ERP systems. - Experience in a startup or high-growth environment, ideally within EdTech or tech sectors. What's in store for you? - Experience of blitz scaling a startup across channels and geographies - Meritocratic environment to work, where your rewards are directly proportionate to your achievements. There is practically no limit. Superlative rewards/growth for superlative outcomes - Opportunity to work with some of the best talented and growth-oriented folks committed to build the best EdTech company globally - Exciting opportunity to create people practices and processes Location: Bengaluru - With our entire team collaborating out of the Bangalore office, we would love to have our strategist sit with them and brainstorm!

Bangalore

BrightCHAMPS - Assistant Manager - Financial Planning & Analysis 

Job Description for BrightCHAMPS - Assistant Manager - Financial Planning & Analysis  in BRIGHTCHAMPS TECH PRIVATE LIMITED in  Bangalore for (3-6) years of experience. Apply Now!