Assistant Manager-Business Finance

We are actively seeking a highly analytical and strategic Assistant Manager - Business Finance to join our client's team through Acme Services. This pivotal role requires candidates exclusively from the Retail or E-commerce industry. The ideal candidate will be responsible for driving comprehensive financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis, closely tracking performance, and partnering directly with business teams to provide insightful financial reports. You'll also be instrumental in managing the P&L and preparing Annual Operating Plans (AOPs) to support strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Planning & Analysis: Drive meticulous financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes. Conduct in-depth variance analysis to identify key performance drivers and deviations from targets.
• Performance Tracking & Reporting: Continuously track performance against financial goals and provide comprehensive Business reports to stakeholders, offering actionable insights.
• Business Partnership: Act as a key partner with business teams, providing financial expertise and guidance to support operational and strategic initiatives.
• P&L Management & AOP: Take an active role in managing the P&L (Profit & Loss), identifying opportunities for revenue growth and cost optimization. Prepare detailed AOPs (Annual Operating Plans), aligning financial targets with business objectives.

Skills

• Strong experience in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Proficiency in tracking financial performance and generating insightful business reports.
• Demonstrated ability to partner with business teams effectively.
• Experience in P&L management and preparing Annual Operating Plans (AOPs).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Must have prior experience exclusively from the Retail or E-commerce industry.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Business Finance or Financial Planning & Analysis role within the Retail or E-commerce sector.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. MBA or relevant professional certification (e.g., CFA, CMA) is a plus.