Lead - Financial Planning & Analysis/Business Finance

Lead FP&A (Business Finance): The Lead FP&A (Business Finance) is responsible for leading the financial planning and analysis function, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and process improvement. Job Responsibilities: - Lead the annual operating budget and ensure department-wise budgets are set at the beginning of the year. - Collaborate with department heads and business leaders to gather inputs and assumptions for budgeting and forecasting processes. - Monitor and analyse budget performance, identifying areas of variance and providing recommendations for corrective actions. - Conduct in-depth financial analysis to support decision-making, including trend analysis, cost-benefit analysis, scenario modelling, and sensitivity analysis. - Provide insights into business performance by analysing key performance indicators (KPIs), financial ratios, and other relevant metrics. - Develop accurate and timely financial forecasts, including rolling forecasts, to help the organization adapt to changing market conditions. - Prepare comprehensive financial reports, presentations, and dashboards for senior leadership, the board of directors, and external stakeholders. - Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data, maintaining strong internal controls and compliance with accounting standards. - Identify opportunities to enhance financial planning and analysis processes, systems, and tools to improve efficiency and accuracy. - Drive process standardization and automation initiatives to streamline reporting and analysis workflows. Qualifications & Experience: - Qualified Chartered Accountant with 10+ years of post-qualification experience in Corporate Finance, or MBA from tier 1 University. Knowledge & Technical Skills: - Proficiency in data analysis. - Computer skills: SAP, MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. - Practical knowledge of accounting standards and corporate taxation. Soft Skills: - Strong communication and presentation skills. - Problem-solving and critical thinking abilities. - Multi-tasking and time management skills. Contact: Karuna, 9979508515