About the Company
Viscadia is a premier global forecasting firm that empowers the life sciences industry with clarity and confidence. Our team of specialists builds custom forecasting solutions, conducts targeted market research, and provides comprehensive cycle support to optimize decision-making.
Since our founding in 2010, we've assembled industry-leading experts with decades of experience, establishing Viscadia as a trusted partner to many of the largest global life sciences companies. Our excellence has been recognized by both our industry through prestigious awards including Best in Business, Power Partners, Vault and Great Place to Work certification.
Our success is built on core values of Resilience (working effectively as a team), Innovation (continuously improving customer experience), Shared Success (recognizing collective achievement), and Excellence (embedding servant leadership throughout our organization).
Position Overview
The Consultant/Manager - Business Finance will be a key finance partner to the India Leadership and global stakeholders. This role is responsible for end-to-en financial planning, reporting, accounting oversight and business decision support for India operations, while ensuring alignment with global finance standards. The incumbent will play a critical role in driving financial discipline, improving forecast accuracy, enabling cost optimization and supporting strategic growth initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Planning, Analysis & Business Partnering
- Lead annual budgeting, rolling forecasts, and long-range financial planning for India operations
- Evaluate financial impact of strategic initiatives, hiring plans and capacity expansion
- Prepare and interpret financial models, KPIs, dashboards, and variance analysis
- Partner closely with business leaders to provide actionable insights for decision-making
- Support leadership with scenario modelling and forward-looking projections
Reporting, Governance & Process Improvement
- Consolidate and present monthly financial results to India leadership
- Monitor project margins, utilization, and cost drivers in a consulting environment
- Highlight key trends, risks and opportunities through structured reporting
- Standardize and improve financial reporting processes and tools
- Ensure adherence to statutory, tax and regulatory requirements in India
- Manage banking relationships, credit facilities and compliance with financial covenants
Accounting & Financial Controls
- Oversee monthly, quarterly and annual closure processes for India operations
- Review journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations and supporting schedules
- Ensure accuracy, completeness and compliance with accounting standards and internal controls
- Coordinate with external financial partners, auditors and global finance teams during audits and reviews
- Oversee end-to-end AP/AR processes including invoicing, collections and vendor payments
- Track daily cash balances, forecast liquidity requirements, and optimize working capital
- Support office capacity planning and cost-benefit analysis for India operations
Key Stakeholders
- India Leadership team
- Global Finance Director & team
- Project Leaders/ Associate Principals/Principals
- External Auditors, Banks & Vendors
Qualifications
- MBA in Finance, Accounting, or a relevant discipline from Tier 1/Tier 2 B-School
- 5-8 years of progressive experience in finance, or FP&A roles
- Strong exposure to business finance in consulting, analytics, professional services or similar industry
- High attention to detail with ability to translate data into strategic insights
- Advanced financial modelling, forecasting and analytical skills
- Strong command of Microsoft Excel and other key financial analysis tools and expense management systems
- Strong written and verbal communication for reporting to stakeholders and presenting insights
- High integrity and commitment to ethical practices in financial management
- Flexibility to navigate changes in market conditions or organizational strategy
- Ability to multitask and work independently in a fast-paced environment
What We Offer
- Competitive Compensation & Performance Incentives: We offer a highly competitive compensation package, complemented by performance-based incentives that reward excellence, innovation, and leadership.
- Comprehensive Health & Wellness Benefits: Our benefits are designed to support your physical, mental, and financial well-being. From health insurance and wellness programs to flexible work arrangements, we prioritize your holistic success.
- Global Exposure & Collaborative Culture: Work in a high-impact, intellectually stimulating environment that values collaboration, diversity, and continuous learning. Engage with stakeholders, cross-functional teams, and thought leaders across geographies.
- Career Development & Growth Pathways: At Viscadia, your growth is our priority. We offer structured career development programs, leadership training, and opportunities to expand your expertise through global projects, conferences, and innovation initiatives.
Viscadia is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, disability, or veteran status.
