Assistant Manager - Planning & Reporting (OPEX)

The Assistant Manager will support the financial planning and analysis activities for practice areas operating expenses (OPEX) and incentives across the Americas region. This role involves managing and analyzing financial data, partnering with onshore and offshore teams, and ensuring accurate and timely budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes. The role is essential in providing insights and recommendations to support financial decision-making and improve operational efficiency.

This role will be part of the Americas PRCoE, in Bangalore. Reporting directly to the Americas PCoE Senior Manager, the Assistant Manager will collaborate closely with onshore and offshore teams. Success in this role demands strong analytical skills, a proactive approach, and an ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

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 :

Budgeting and Forecasting Support :

• Collaborate with practice area leaders to gather input for OPEX and incentive forecasts and budgets, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
• Assist in reforecasting and scenario planning to address changes in practice / service line activities or new initiatives.
• Input data into forecasting tools and validate system outputs (e.g., BPC, SAC) to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Analyze variances between actuals, forecasts, and budgets, identifying key trends and actionable insights.
• Provide detailed explanations of OPEX drivers, incentive allocations, and variances to support discussions with practice leaders.

Incentives Management :

OPEX Tracking and Monitoring :

Month End Close Process Support :

Business Partnering :

Candidate Qualifications

Academics / Work Experience :

Technical Competencies :

Key Attributes :

Skills Required

Opex, Journal Entries