Responsibilities
Budgeting & Forecasting
- Develop annual budgets and periodic forecasts in collaboration with business units.
- Monitor adherence to budgets and highlight variances.
Financial Modeling
- Build and maintain financial models for scenario analysis, profitability, and investment decisions.
- Support strategic initiatives with data-driven insights.
Performance Analysis
- Conduct variance analysis (actual vs. budget/forecast) and identify key drivers.
- Provide actionable recommendations to improve financial performance.
Reporting
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for senior management.
- Create dashboards and KPIs for business performance tracking.
Business Partnering
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align financial goals with operational strategies.
- Act as a trusted advisor to business leaders.
Process Improvement
- Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes and enhance reporting accuracy.
- Implement best practices in planning and analysis.
Required Skills & Competencies
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Advanced proficiency in Excel, financial modelling, and data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau).
- Knowledge of accounting principles, financial statements, and variance analysis.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Qualifications
- Professional certifications (CA, CMA)
- 5–6 years of experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or management reporting.
- Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP, CO, Oracle) and BI tools.
- Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Accuracy of forecasts and budgets.
- Timeliness and quality of financial reports.
- Effectiveness of variance analysis and recommendations.
- Stakeholder satisfaction and business impact.
Essential Attributes
- Leadership Skills
- Enthusiastic
- Strategic Thinking
- Analytical Skills
Qualifications
- Chartered Accountant or Cost Accountant
Desired Experience Level
- 5 - 6 years à FP&A, MIS, cost & Management Accounting in Manufacturing Industry.
