Cars24 - Manager - Business Finance - CA

Urgent Requirement - Business Finance - Cars24

We are seeking a highly qualified and motivated Chartered Accountant (CA) to join our finance team as a Business Finance Manager. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in managing the Profit and Loss (P&L) statement, providing strategic business partnering, optimizing costs, ensuring revenue assurance, and overseeing the Annual Operating Plan (AOP). Additionally, this role will focus on automating the P&L dashboard to enhance financial reporting efficiency.

Responsibilities:

- P&L Management: Lead the management and analysis of the P&L statement, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with financial objectives and targets.

- Business Partnering: Collaborate closely with business units and department heads to provide financial insights, analysis, and support for decision-making. Act as a strategic partner in driving business growth and profitability.

- Cost Optimization: Identify cost optimization opportunities across the organization. Develop and implement cost-saving initiatives while maintaining quality and operational efficiency.

- Revenue Assurance: Work with sales and revenue teams to ensure accurate revenue recognition, monitor billing and collections, and identify areas for revenue enhancement.

- Annual Operating Plan (AOP): Lead the development and coordination of the AOP, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling. Track performance against the AOP and provide regular updates to management.

- Automation of P&L Dashboard: Design and implement automated P&L dashboards and reporting tools to streamline financial reporting processes. Ensure real-time access to key financial metrics.

Qualifications:

- Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) with a strong academic background and relevant finance experience.

- Proven ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and senior leadership to achieve financial objectives.

- Strong analytical skills, including financial modeling and data analysis.

- Experience with financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes.

- Proficiency in financial software and tools, and the ability to drive automation initiatives.

- Excellent communication and presentation skills.

- Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.