Job Title: Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

Department: Finance

Location: Bangalore (Work from Office)

About Chai Point

The world's largest Chai-led beverage platform, Chai Point, is an omni channel brand that started in 2011. The

Company reaches millions of customers every day through multiple touch points including retail stores, cloud

kitchens, corporate offices and institutions, consumer packaged goods, and HORECA (hotels, restaurants, and

QSRs). myChai™ Brewing Bots system is a proprietary Cloud-connected Chai and coffee brewing technology

platform that gives Chai Point the capability to brew fresh chai and coffee with consistent quality on a global

scale. Chai Point is present in India through its retail network of over 180 stores across 9 major cities and in

over 3500 workplace community hubs across 119 cities through its specialised brewing systems.

With single origin tea from Assam's finest estates and 100% single origin Arabica coffee beans from Rainforest

Alliance certified estates of Chikmagalur, Karnataka, Chai Point is already serving over 700,000 cups every day.

Chai Point is the first company in India to launch environment-friendly heat retaining Chai flasks in 2016 that

can keep the chai, coffee hot for up to 2 hours.

Chai Point is backed by marquee investors like Eight Roads Ventures (part of Fidelity Investments Inc.), Saama

Capital, DSG, Paragon Partners and Kitara Capital. The Company has raised over $50 million in funds till date.

Company Culture:

We are driven by our brand purpose – Serve a great cup that brightens lives and brings people together. As a

beverage platform, we have a strong bias for technology. We live with a sports credo. We are here to win and

that happens when teams perform well. Collaborative mindset, happy positive attitude and an analytical mindset

does wonders for us. Smart but acidic; Performer but a loner ; Great pedigree but disdainful of a collaborative

mindset – these are all strict NO for us. We are Passionate & we Innovate every day; we believe in

being Detail Oriented as the difference between mediocrity & excellence is in the attention to details. We

are Happy Positive & move forward with a happy spirit and believe that solutions are easier to find when you

have a smile on, Team Orientation & Ownership are qualities that have got us this far and will lead the way in

making us the most lovable brand, if you think you resonate with what you just read. We are an ideal match!!

Chai Point has taken a leadership role in its commitment to social responsibility. Our priority was and is to

move towards 100% plastic-free, recyclable usage of consumables. By promoting recycling, fostering green

procurement, reducing waste and exceeding regulatory requirements whenever possible, we aim to minimize

our impact on the environment.

Role Overview

As part of the FP&A team, you will work closely with senior leadership to prepare business plans, conduct

financial analysis, build forecasting models, and support key strategic decisions. This role demands high

attention to detail, accuracy in data presentation, and the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight

deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

∙Develop and maintain 5-year business plans and Annual Operating Plans (AOPs)

∙Prepare and present MIS reports with Budget vs Actuals comparisons

∙Lead cash flow planning, forecasting, and working capital analysis

∙Conduct ad hoc analyses to support decisions on build vs buy, scenario analysis, and valuations

∙Support due diligence and strategic initiatives including transaction advisory

∙Perform risk analysis, impact assessments, and projection models

∙Assist with corporate finance initiatives including investment evaluations and ROI/IRR modelling

Requirements

Education & Experience

∙Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) or CFA

∙2–5 years of post-qualification experience in FP&A, corporate finance, investment banking, or

transaction advisory.

Skills

∙Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and hands-on experience in building and maintaining complex

financial models (budgets, forecasts, valuations)

∙Familiarity with key financial metrics: CAGR, EBITDA Margin, Gross Margin, Payback, IRR,

ROCE, Volume vs Value drivers, etc.

∙Strong data presentation and reporting skills

∙Excellent stakeholder management and interpersonal communication.

What We Value

∙High ownership and commitment to precision

∙Strategic mindset with strong analytical capabilities

∙Ability to thrive in ambiguity and adapt to a fast-paced environment

∙Collaborative, team-oriented, and solutions-focused attitude.