Manager - Financial Planning & Analysis

Description:

The Manager FP&A will play a key role in driving the company's financial planning, analysis, and reporting functions. This role is responsible for creating and tracking budgets, analyzing financial and operational data, supporting strategic decisions, and preparing presentations for senior management and the board. The individual will also oversee financial forecasting, MIS reporting, direct & indirect taxation and preparation of audit reports and financial statements.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead the annual budgeting process, including coordination with departments and preparation of consolidated budgets.

- Track and monitor budget utilization and analyze variances between actual and budgeted performance.

- Conduct sensitivity analysis and scenario planning to assess the impact of changes in key assumptions (e.g., pricing, volumes, costs) on financial outcomes.

- Perform detailed financial analysis to support expense approvals, cost optimization, and business decisions.

- Develop and maintain monthly MIS reports and dashboards for performance monitoring. Conduct security and investment analysis to support decision-making in financial planning.

- Prepare yearly financial statements in coordination with auditors and ensure timely completion of audit reports.

- File tax returns for both direct and indirect taxation by coordinating with company appointed tax advisors.

- Analyze current and past trends in key performance indicators including revenue, cost of sales, operating expenses, and capital expenditure.

- Identify and investigate reasons for unexpected financial variances and provide actionable insights.

- Oversee the development and continuous improvement of financial models, forecasting tools, and the operating plan.

- Prepare and present detailed financial presentations and reports for the Board of Directors and senior management.

- Forewarn the management of any impending financial risks that has the potential to affect the company.

Qualifications:

Processional Certification: ACA