Financial Analyst

ROLE TITLE : Manager – FP&A

FUNCTION : Finance

REPORTING : Head of Finance

LOCATION : Mumbai

ROLE PURPOSE

Looking for a detail-oriented and analytical finance professional to join our Finance team as part of the Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) function. The role involves driving budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and management reporting to support strategic and operational decision-making across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities :

Lead the annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes in collaboration with various business functions.

Prepare monthly financial reports , including variance analysis against budgets and forecasts.

Provide insightful analysis of financial performance, highlighting trends, risks, and opportunities.

Support senior management with strategic business planning , cost optimization, and business decisions.

Develop and maintain financial models to assess business scenarios, revenue and profitability.

Assist in cash flow management , working capital analysis, and cost control initiatives.

Partner with cross-functional teams (Sales, Service, Operations, HR, etc.) to align financial plans with business goals.

Support preparation of management decks and presentations with accurate financial insights.

Continuously improve reporting processes, dashboards, and automation for better efficiency and accuracy

KEY SKILLS & COMPETENCIES :

Strong analytical and quantitative skills.

Proficiency in Excel , PowerPoint , and financial modelling.

Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar) and BI tools (Power BI, Tableau) preferred.

Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Strong business acumen and ability to work as per specified timelines.

QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE :

Education : CA / MBA (Finance) / CMA or equivalent qualification.

Experience : 6–10 years of relevant experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or business analytics.

Prior experience in budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting is a must.

Experience in a fast-paced / multi-business environment will be an added advantage.