Financial Planning and Analysis Manager - Client Accounting Services

FP&A Manager (Ahmedabad, India)

What to expect when you join Sikich

Team members at Sikich have a lot in common while also being part of a rich and varied group of contributors, creating a distinct and thriving culture. Chief among our commonalities is a desire for growth and a shared unity of purpose in our professional lives. We believe that through different perspectives, challenging the status quo and rewarding action, we accelerate innovation and drive growth – for our clients, for ourselves and for our communities.

The professional services landscape continues to evolve. For Sikich, this means we have an opportunity to further cement our leadership position in this industry and continue to grow our organization in increasingly exciting ways. This growth is meaningful for every team member at our company because larger companies simply see more interesting client opportunities and can attract impressively talented individuals like you. Through a dedicated focus on key business priorities and intentionally creating a rewarding employee experience, Sikich has developed into a highly regarded provider of professional services and a sought-after employer of choice.

Do you want to work with other skilled practitioners and serve clients in a way that makes a difference Are you seeking a supportive environment backed by a deep and extensive set of skillsets Are you ready to make an impact and be acknowledged for your contributions If you answered yes to these questions, we see a mutually beneficial and gratifying relationship on the horizon!

Are you ready to grow with us

Position Summary

Sikich is seeking a highly analytical and client-focused Assistant Manager/Manager/ Sr. Manager with 8+ years of progressive FP&A roles. The FP&A Manager will join our Outsourced Finance & Accounting (CAS/OAS) practice. Based in India, this individual will act as the finance business partner for a portfolio of U.S.-based clients, leading financial planning, forecasting, and performance analysis efforts.

This role is highly client-facing and requires close collaboration with U.S.-based engagement teams and executive client stakeholders. The ideal candidate brings strong financial modeling expertise, commercial acumen, and experience operating in a multi-client, fast-paced professional services environment.

Sikich presents a unique opportunity to participate directly in high-growth client organizations. The accounting professionals at Sikich are highly motivated and detail-oriented individuals where one excels in providing strategic and tactical accounting, finance strategies and infrastructure critical to leadership planning.

The final level/title (Assistant Manager, Manager, or Sr. Manager) will be aligned based on the candidate's experience, demonstrated skillsets, and interview assessment.

What will you do in this role

• Own and manage budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes for multiple clients
• Develop and maintain complex financial models, including revenue forecasting, cost structure analysis, cash flow forecasts, and scenario planning
• Own cash flow forecasting, liquidity tracking, and runway analysis, including proactive identification of risks and mitigation strategies
• Analyze monthly results versus budget/forecast and provide clear variance explanations including root cause identification and recommendation of corrective actions
• Design and track key performance indicators (KPIs) tailored to client industry and growth stage
• Support board and investor reporting, including preparation of financial decks and performance narratives
• Partner with U.S.-based Controllers and accounting teams to ensure alignment between actual results and forecasts
• Work closely with client leadership across operations, sales, and marketing to understand drivers of financial performance
• Serve as the primary FP&A lead for a portfolio of clients, acting as a strategic advisor to founders, CFOs, and leadership teams through driver-based analysis and scenario modeling
• Lead regular financial review meetings with U.S.-based clients to present insights, KPIs, and forward-looking analysis with clear, concise communication tailored to non-financial stakeholders
• Translate financial results into actionable business recommendations to support growth, profitability, and cash management
• Build strong client relationships through proactive communication and high-value insights
• Drive standardization, automation and scalability across FP&A processes and reporting
• Lead, coach and review work of FP&A team; provide feedback and support the teams development
• Collaborate with key stakeholders in US and manage delivery quality and timelines across India team supporting US clients

What do you need to succeed in this role

• MBA in Finance, CA or CFA is a plus.
• Previous experience in FP&A role.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP and financial reporting for listed entities.
• Managed team(s) having at least 2-7 team members.
• Prior experience in a Delivery Management role for a US based firm.
• Proficiency in advanced Microsoft Excel and MS Office.
• Organizational skills to manage a big team and strategic client engagements.
• Self-motivated with strong work ethic.
• Proactive approach to accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Leadership and team management skills.
• Possesses a combination of both problem-solving and innovation skills to attend to several technical production challenges.

In addition, specific skills/experience required are as follows:

• Servant Leader – You are hyper focused on engaging employees, fostering their development, and building a positive culture.
• Solutions Focused – You see opportunities in every business problem and can develop, articulate, and implement solutions.
• Collaboration – You are a relationship builder across all levels of the organization and across all business units.
• Instills Trust - You do what you say, and you follow through on commitments, you act with integrity, you are consistent and are perceived as credible.
• Impact & Influence Thinking – You gain support for ideas, proposals, and solutions, and get others to act, with or without formal authority, to advance initiatives/objectives.

About Sikich

Sikich offers the public and private sectors a varied platform of professional services across consulting, technology and compliance. Highly specialized and hands-on teams deliver integrated solutions rooted in deep industry experience. Our approach is strategically and thoughtfully designed to help our clients, teams, and communities accelerate success.

We also offer:

• Family Health Insurance including parents
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Maternity/paternity leave
• Performance-based incentives
• Referral Bonus program
• Exam Fee Reimbursement Policy
• Indian festival holidays
• 5 days working week
• Meals facility
• Doctor's consultation

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Sikich is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

Sikich practices in an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Professional Code of Conduct and applicable law, regulations, and professional standards. Sikich CPA LLC is a licensed CPA firm that provides audit and attest services to its clients, and Sikich LLC and its subsidiaries provide tax and business advisory services to its clients. Sikich CPA LLC has a contractual arrangement with Sikich LLC under which Sikich LLC supports Sikich CPA LLC's performance of its professional services. Sikich LLC and its subsidiaries are not licensed CPA firms.

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