Job Description

Job Purpose: This position is responsible for all matters relating to Business MIS, Opex and Capex which includes cost analysis, reporting and identification of Cost Optimization opportunities for Vodafone Idea Ltd. It also involves compiling, analyzing and presenting to senior management details for variances with budget, Monthly and periodic identifying cost drivers and liaising with cross functional depts. to identify the outliers and agree on actionable. This position will be independently responsible for the entire gamut of Opex and Capex activities and would work with close coordination with all functions, SSC and Corporate team. Key Result Areas/Accountabilities: 1. Budgeting & Planning - Responsible for completely managing & drawing Zero based Budgeting for All Cost line items of VIL, Preparing & Presenting near term forecasts and Annual Budgets and monitoring performance against the same. 2. NW Opex & Other Opex Responsible for fully understanding all elements of NW Cost in the Cluster and drive efficiencies and projects for Cost reductions & Synergy in close co-ordination with cross functional teams of NW, SCM, FinOPS & SSC. Should have an understanding of various MSA of IPs and Site billing and be able to analyze monthly billing for its accuracy. Other Opex understanding from BPA Cost booking with correct Cost Centre / Profit Centre MIS finanicals. 3. Month closing, Reporting & Analysis - Responsible for completely owning PnL, Schedules, Opex reporting. Should be able to work in very close coordination with FinOPS & SSC team to understand the Opex closing figures and should be able to relate the same with budget and last month and analyze and report exceptions. 4. Business Partnering - Responsible for effective coordination with Cross functional teams to identify the cost drivers of each cost. Should be able to support business by doing deep analysis of every single line item of cost and identify cost optimization opportunities. 5. Opex & Capex Governance - Should be able to do a cost benefit analysis for business case approvals (Cosmos & PR) for Opex/Capex spends. Keep a detailed tab on site roll out/expansion plan and Capex spends. Core Competencies, Knowledge, Experience : 1. Business acumen and understanding of macro / biz drivers 2. Deep analytical skills and right attention to details 3. Working Knowledge SAP system , Excel & HPM/HFM 4. Influencing skills, ability to connect with various stakeholders 5. Excellent communication and presentation skills Candidates > 5 years experience preferably in Telecom Must have technical / professional qualifications: Chartered Accountant / MBA Finance