Manager - Sales Finance - FMCG

Role Overview: The Sales Finance Manager will serve as a strategic financial partner to the sales leadership team, driving profitable growth within the FMCG sector in Kolkata. In this role, you will bridge the gap between financial planning and commercial execution by managing trade spend, evaluating promotional effectiveness, and overseeing regional P&L performance. You will collaborate closely with regional sales heads, supply chain teams, and the broader finance department to ensure that commercial decisions are backed by rigorous data analysis. By providing actionable insights into pricing strategies and distribution costs, you will directly influence the companys bottom-line health and market competitiveness. Key Responsibilities: - Lead the annual budgeting and monthly forecasting process for the sales vertical to ensure alignment with organizational revenue targets. - Analyze trade promotion ROI to optimize marketing investments and improve the overall profitability of product categories. - Partner with the sales team to monitor distributor health and credit management, ensuring seamless cash flow and operational efficiency. - Drive the implementation of pricing strategies by evaluating competitive market data and cost structures to maximize margins. - Prepare detailed financial dashboards and performance reports for senior management to facilitate data-driven decision-making across the region. - Conduct regular audits of sales incentives and discount schemes to ensure compliance with internal financial policies and governance standards. Required Skillset: - Demonstrated expertise in financial modeling and variance analysis, specifically within the FMCG or consumer goods industry. - Strong ability to translate complex financial data into clear, persuasive narratives for non-finance stakeholders and senior leadership. - Proven track record of managing cross-functional relationships, balancing the aggressive growth goals of sales teams with the fiscal discipline required by finance. - Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced data visualization tools to track real-time sales performance and regional trends. - A professional qualification such as CA, MBA (Finance), or ICWA, reflecting a strong foundation in accounting principles and business finance. - High degree of adaptability to an on-site work environment in Kolkata, with the ability to manage regional stakeholders effectively through both analytical rigor and strong interpersonal influence.