PharmEasy - Business Finance & Reporting Manager - CA

Position Summary:

The Business Finance & Reporting Manager will be responsible for financial planning, analysis, and management reporting to support business decision-making. The role involves preparing accurate MIS, budgeting & forecasting, variance analysis, and working closely with business teams to provide insights on performance.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Management Reporting (MIS) & Analysis:

- Prepare and consolidate monthly MIS, P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow reports.

- Analyze business performance, identify key trends, and provide variance analysis (actual vs. budget/forecast).

- Prepare management dashboards and reports for leadership and board reviews.

- Support business teams with ad-hoc financial analysis and data-driven insights.

2. Financial Planning & Business Partnering (FP&A):

- Assist in annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling.

- Track business KPIs, margin analysis, and cost performance.

- Partner with functional and business teams to support financial decision-making.

- Support project evaluations, scenario analysis, and cost optimization initiatives.

3. Audit & Compliance:

- Coordinate with auditors and internal teams for statutory, internal, and tax audits.

- Prepare audit schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.

- Ensure compliance with Ind AS, Companies Act, and other regulatory requirements.

- Strengthen internal controls and ensure timely audit closures with minimal observations.

4. Accounting Support & Taxation Coordination:

- Review accounting entries, provisions, and reconciliations to ensure accuracy of books.

- Support tax-related workings (GST, TDS, and Income Tax audits).

- Liaise with consultants and internal tax teams for submissions and assessments.

5. Process & System Improvements:

- Enhance efficiency in reporting and analytics through automation or ERP-based tools.

- Standardize processes for MIS, audit, and reporting across business units.

- Drive continuous improvement in control environment and reporting accuracy.

Key Skills & Competencies:

- Strong analytical and financial reporting skills.

- In-depth understanding of MIS, audits (statutory, internal, tax), and FP&A.

- Sound knowledge of Ind AS, Companies Act, and taxation basics.

- Hands-on experience with ERP systems (SAP/Oracle/NetSuite) and MS Excel/Power BI.

- Good communication and stakeholder management skills.

Qualification & Experience:

- Chartered Accountant (CA)

- 4+ years of experience in finance, reporting, and audit roles.

- Experience in handling MIS, statutory/internal/tax audits, and business finance/FP&A.

- Exposure to Pharma, Healthcare, FMCG, or Manufacturing sectors preferred.