Manager - Planning & Reporting (OPEX)

The Manager, OPEX Planning & Analytics will oversee the financial planning, analysis, and management of operating expenses (OPEX) and incentives across the Americas region. This role is critical in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of forecasting, budgeting, and reporting processes while driving process improvements and operational consistency across the region. As a key leader within the Americas Planning & Reporting Centre of Excellence (PRCoE), the Manager will collaborate with onshore and offshore teams to align workflows, standardize practices, and deliver actionable insights that support the region's financial objectives.

This position will be part of the Americas Planning & Reporting Centre of Excellence (PRCoE), based in Bangalore, India. The Manager will collaborate closely with other managers responsible for functions (overheads) and consolidation and reporting, as well as with onshore teams. This role will lead a team who will provide comprehensive support for all financial and planning activities related to OPEX and incentives across the Americas region.

This role requires the candidate to be available during US hours (5 : 00 PM IST to 2 : 00 AM IST) for 10 working days per month. The remaining working days will follow UK hours (1 : 00 PM to 9 : 00 PM IST). Flexibility to adjust work timings according to business requirements is essential.

Job Description : Resposibilities

Personnel Cost Forecasting & Analysis :

• Lead the forecasting and budgeting process for OPEX and incentives across the Americas region, ensuring accuracy and alignment with organizational goals.
• Manage and analyze financial data for key OPEX categories, including New Business pitch costs, IT, research, professional fees, and travel and entertainment (T&E).
• Partner with onshore teams to address variances, trends, and risks, providing actionable insights for senior leadership.
• Drive scenario planning and reforecasting to adapt to changes in business activities, ensuring flexibility and responsiveness.

Process Standardization & Optimization :

Incentives Management :

Month End Close Process Support :

Strategic Business Partnering :

Team Leadership :

Candidate Qualifications

Academics / Work Experience :

Technical Competencies :

Key Attributes :

Location : Bangalore

Brand : Bcoe

Time Type : Full time

Contract Type : Permanent

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Skills Required

D365, Sap, Bpc, Tableau, Concur, Workday, Excel