IRIS Software - Manager - Business Finance

We are seeking an experienced Business Finance Manager to lead financial planning, business partnering, and strategic analysis for our organization.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for driving financial performance, enabling business decision-making, and aligning financial goals with organizational strategy. This role requires strong expertise in budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and cross-functional collaboration.

Key Responsibilities :

- Lead the annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes.

- Build and maintain detailed financial models, scenario analyses, and business projections.

- Analyze trends, key performance metrics, and variances to support leadership decision-making. Prepare monthly/quarterly financial performance reports and commentaries.

- Act as the primary finance partner for business units, providing insights to drive revenue growth and operational efficiency.

- Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Operations, and Product teams to align financial strategies with business goals.

- Translate business insights into actionable financial recommendations.

- Support leadership with insights on pricing strategy, profitability analysis, ROI evaluations, and investment decisions.

- Conduct competitive and market analysis to influence long-term strategic planning.

- Evaluate business cases for new initiatives, product launches, and capital expenditure.

- Ensure adherence to financial controls, compliance requirements, and audit processes.

- Implement strong financial governance frameworks across departments.

- Review accounting practices and ensure alignment with policies and regulatory standards.

- Drive cost optimization initiatives by analyzing spending patterns and identifying opportunities for savings. Review operational processes to improve productivity and reduce inefficiencies.

- Support vendor negotiations, contract evaluations, and resource allocation decisions.

- Deliver accurate and timely MIS, dashboards, and KPI reports for leadership. Present financial insights and performance trends to senior management.

- Continuously improve reporting frameworks and automation opportunities. Lead, mentor, and guide junior team members in financial planning and analytics. Facilitate training and knowledge-sharing within the finance team.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to foster a transparent and efficient work environment.

Required Skills & Experience:

- Strong expertise in financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting.

- Advanced proficiency in Excel, financial modeling, and reporting tools.

- Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Netsuite) and BI tools (Power BI, Tableau).

- Strong understanding of accounting principles (GAAP/IFRS). Experience with business strategy, pricing analysis, and investment evaluations.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Excellent communication and presentation skills.

- Ability to influence and collaborate with senior stakeholders.

- High level of ownership, attention to detail, and strategic thinking. Strong leadership and team management skills.

- Education MBA in Finance, CA, CFA, or equivalent professional degree.

- Experience working in large enterprises or fast-growing organizations.

- Exposure to industry verticals such as technology, FMCG, BFSI, or manufacturing. Experience in digital transformation or financial automation initiatives.