Manager/Senior Manager - Finance & Accounts/Financial Planning & Analysis

Responsibilities: - Manage the Annual Operating Plan and forecasting processes in collaboration with business units, ensuring alignment with strategic goals. - Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, strategy, and business teams to ensure financial goals are integrated into operational plans. - Develop high-impact PowerPoint presentations for stakeholders including Co-Investors, Bankers, and Senior Management to support strategic decision-making. - Design and maintain advanced financial models in MS Excel to support business planning, scenario analysis, and investment decisions. - Prepare and present strategic decks for stakeholders including Co-Investors, Bankers, and Senior Management to support decision-making. - Analyze financial performance across business units, identify trends, and deliver actionable insights to senior leadership. - Own the preparation of monthly and quarterly financial reports, dashboards, and variance analyses with a focus on continuous improvement. - Support strategic initiatives such as capital allocation, cost optimization through robust analysis, SG&A analysis. - Drive enhancements in financial planning tools, processes, and reporting systems to improve efficiency and accuracy. Required Qualification: - Chartered Accountant or equivalent qualification (CPA, MBA Finance). - 4-5 years of experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or investment analysis roles. - Strong proficiency in Excel, and data analysis. - Experience with ERP systems (e.g., D365, SAP, Oracle). - Knowledge of BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) will be an added advantage. - Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and presentation skills. - Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Preferred Skills: - Working knowledge of IFRS/Ind AS accounting principles. - Experience in a multinational or matrixed organization. - Familiarity with automation tools or scripting (e.g., SQL, Python) is a plus. - Exposure to investment analysis, valuation techniques, and strategic finance projects.