About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic and analytical FP&A - Deputy Manager to do financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, MIS reporting, and business performance analysis. The ideal candidate will partner closely with business leaders to drive financial insights, support strategic decision-making, enhance reporting frameworks, and ensure robust financial governance across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Analysis

Lead annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and long-range financial planning activities.
Develop financial models and business scenarios to support strategic initiatives and decision-making.
Analyze financial performance, business drivers, and key trends to provide actionable recommendations.

MIS Reporting & Business Analytics

Prepare, review, and present monthly MIS reports, dashboards, and management presentations.
Ensure timely, accurate, and insightful reporting of financial and operational performance metrics.
Drive standardization and continuous enhancement of reporting processes.

Variance Analysis

Conduct detailed analysis of budget vs. actuals and forecast vs. actual performance.
Provide analytical commentary, identify risks and opportunities, and recommend corrective actions.
Support management reviews through data-driven insights and performance metrics.

Budgeting & Forecasting

Coordinate with cross-functional teams to consolidate business plans and financial forecasts.
Monitor performance against budgets and ensure alignment with business objectives.
Support leadership in evaluating investment decisions and resource allocation.

Cash Flow Management

Monitor cash flows, working capital, liquidity requirements, and financial commitments.
Assist in optimizing cash utilization and strengthening financial discipline.
Provide visibility into short-term and long-term cash flow projections.

Stakeholder Management

Partner with Finance, Business, Projects, Procurement, Commercial, and Leadership teams.
Present meaningful financial insights to senior stakeholders and leadership teams.
Build strong working relationships across functions to support business growth.

Compliance & Governance

Ensure adherence to Group SOPs, internal controls, Delegation of Authority (DOA), and financial governance frameworks.
Support internal and external audits by providing necessary financial data and analysis.
Maintain compliance with applicable accounting standards and organizational policies.

Process Automation & Continuous Improvement

Drive automation initiatives and digital transformation within FP&A and MIS processes.
Leverage ERP systems, Power BI, Excel, and analytics tools to improve efficiency and reporting quality.
Identify opportunities for cost optimization and process improvement.

Desired Candidate Profile

Qualification

Chartered Accountant (CA) or CMA (Certified Management Accountant).

Experience

2-8 years of experience in Financial Planning & Analysis, Corporate Finance, Business Finance, MIS Reporting, Budgeting, and Forecasting.
Preference for candidates with experience in large corporates, infrastructure, real estate, manufacturing, EPC, energy, or diversified business environments.

Technical Skills

Strong expertise in Financial Modeling, Budgeting, Forecasting, and Variance Analysis.
Advanced proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, ERP systems (SAP/Oracle), and Power BI.
Strong analytical, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.

Key Competencies

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
Business Finance
MIS & Management Reporting
Budgeting & Forecasting
Variance Analysis
Financial Modeling
Cash Flow Management
Power BI & Data Analytics
Business Partnering
Strategic Thinking
Process Automation
Leadership & Team Management

Location: Ahmedabad, Gujarat

Experience: 2-8 Years

Qualification: CA / CMA

Deputy Manager - FP&A