Deputy Manager – Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

Roles & Responsibility:

1. Financial Planning & Budgeting

l Lead the preparation of annual budgets and quarterly forecasts in coordination with project and business unit heads.

l Develop and maintain dynamic financial models to simulate various business scenarios.

2. Management Reporting & Analysis

l Prepare and present monthly MIS reports, including P&L, cash flow, and variance analysis.

l Analyze financial performance against budget and forecast, highlighting key drivers and deviations.

l Provide actionable insights and recommendations to improve profitability and cost efficiency.

3. Project Financials & Cost Monitoring

l Monitor project-wise financials including revenue recognition, cost tracking, and margin analysis.

l Collaborate with project managers to ensure timely and accurate reporting of project budgets and expenditures.

l Identify cost overruns and support corrective actions.

4. Strategic Business Support

l Support senior management in evaluating new business opportunities, tenders, and investment proposals.

l Assist in strategic planning and long-term financial projections.

5. Cash Flow & Working Capital Management

l Track and forecast cash flows to ensure liquidity for operations and project execution.

l Analyze working capital trends and optimize receivables, payables, and inventory levels.

l Support treasury functions in fund planning and utilization.

6. Compliance, Controls & Audit Support

l Ensure adherence to internal financial controls and company policies.

l Maintain documentation and audit trails for all FP&A activities.

7. Systems & Process Improvement

l Drive automation and digitization of FP&A processes using ERP and BI tools.

l Identify and implement process improvements to enhance reporting accuracy and timeliness.

7. Stakeholder Engagement

l Liaise with cross-functional teams including procurement, execution, and commercial departments.

l Coordinate with external consultants, banks, and auditors as required.

3–5 years in FP&A, preferably in the construction/infrastructure industry

Technical Proficiency & Behavioral Competencies

l Strong proficiency in Excel and financial modeling

l Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.)

l Knowledge of project accounting and cost control mechanisms

l Analytical mindset with attention to detail

l Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

l Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities