Manager - Financial Planning & Analysis - CA

We're seeking an experienced Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to lead our financial planning, budgeting, and analysis functions. In this critical role, you'll develop strategic financial plans, provide insightful analysis to drive business decisions, and enhance the efficiency of our finance team. You'll work closely with executive management and the Board, delivering timely and accurate financial reporting.

Location/Hours:

Location: Bhayandar

Shift: UK Shift (3.00 PM - 12.00 AM IST)

Job Responsibilities / Expectations:

Financial Planning and Budgeting:

- Develop and implement the financial plan and annual budget

- Monitor budget initiatives and ensure timely reporting of adverse variances

- Prepare monthly project-wise Profit & Loss statements

- Conduct scenario planning and financial modeling for strategic initiatives

Reporting and Analysis:

- Conduct weekly profitability discussions, providing insightful comments on developments and corrective actions

- Create and maintain a weekly revenue dashboard

- Perform quarterly evaluations of low-margin projects and recommend corrective actions

- Ensure timely submission of Management Information Systems (MIS) reports to the Board, CEO, and executive management

- Analyze financial trends and provide actionable recommendations to improve business performance

Data Management and Automation:

- Automate data capture and flow within the FP&A processes to improve efficiency

- Develop Excel sheets that are visually appealing and contain meaningful content

- Create PowerPoint presentations featuring accurate data, eye-catching visuals, and insightful commentary

- Streamline reporting processes and reduce manual effort through automation

Team Leadership and Improvement:

- Enhance the efficiency, effectiveness, and quality of the finance team's output to ensure fast and factual reporting

- Mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement

- Set performance standards and drive accountability within the team

- Lead cross-functional collaboration to improve financial processes

Minimum Qualifications:

- MBA degree or Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification

- Minimum of 5 years of relevant FP&A experience

- Strong Excel modeling skills, with the ability to present data in a clear and visually appealing manner

- Excellent PowerPoint presentation skills, showcasing data effectively with a cohesive theme

- Strong analytical and research skills, with a focus on identifying trends and opportunities for improvement

- Exceptional communication skills, ensuring clarity and ease of understanding in all financial reporting

- Proven ability to automate financial processes and improve efficiency

- Strong business acumen and strategic thinking abilities

Desired Qualifications:

- Experience in the BPO/BPM industry

- Knowledge of ERP systems and financial management software

- Experience with data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, etc.)

- Proven track record of leading and developing high-performing teams

- Experience presenting to C-level executives and Board members

- Advanced knowledge of financial modeling and scenario analysis

- Understanding of BPO business models and project economics

- Experience with process automation and workflow optimization