Manager - Business Finance

Job Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and analytical Business Finance Manager to join our team and drive financial performance across departments.

This role requires a strategic thinker who can bridge the gap between finance and business operations, providing insights and recommendations to support decision-making, budgeting, forecasting, and performance monitoring.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A):

- Drive budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes in collaboration with business units.

- Analyze financial performance, variances, trends, and key business metrics.

- Present financial insights and recommendations to leadership.

Business Partnering:

- Act as a finance business partner to multiple departments (e.g., Sales, Marketing, Operations).

- Provide financial support and guidance on business strategies and decisions.

- Ensure cost optimization and ROI-driven investments.

Performance Management:

- Develop KPIs and dashboards to monitor financial and operational performance.

- Conduct monthly/quarterly business reviews with stakeholders.

- Identify areas for revenue enhancement and cost reduction.

Reporting and Compliance:

- Prepare and deliver regular financial reports, variance analyses, and executive summaries.

- Ensure compliance with internal financial policies and external regulatory requirements.

- Collaborate with audit teams and support statutory audit requirements.

Cash Flow & Working Capital Management:

- Monitor cash flow and working capital requirements.

- Partner with treasury for fund flow optimization and liquidity planning.

Process Improvement:

- Recommend and implement improvements in financial processes, systems, and reporting tools.

- Leverage automation and digital tools for enhanced decision-making.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

- Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (MBA Finance or CA preferred).

- 5-7 years of experience in business finance, FP&A, or financial business partnering.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

- Expertise in financial modeling, scenario analysis, and profitability studies.

- Proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and financial ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite).

- Experience working with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) is a plus.

- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Certifications (Optional):

- Chartered Accountant (CA)

- CFA / CPA

- Certified Management Accountant (CMA)

Soft Skills:

- Strategic mindset with strong business acumen

- Ability to manage ambiguity and work under pressure

- High degree of ownership, initiative, and adaptability

- Collaborative team player with cross-functional alignment