Financial Consultant

Location

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Financial Consultant (Contract) to provide specialized expertise in revenue forecasting, financial planning, and performance analysis. The consultant will work closely with the finance leadership team to build robust forecasting models, enhance financial reporting, and deliver insights that support strategic business decisions. This is a contract/consulting engagement with flexibility in duration and scope, ideal for a seasoned professional with strong FP&A experience in US corporations.

Key Responsibilities

· Develop and refine revenue forecasting methodologies and models tailored to business needs.

· Deliver accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual revenue forecasts with clear variance and sensitivity analysis.

· Partner with finance, sales, and operations teams to align forecasts with business strategies and market conditions.

· Provide ad-hoc financial analysis and scenario planning to support executive decision-making.

· Prepare dashboards and management reports (Excel, Power BI, Tableau) that highlight trends, risks, and opportunities.

· Support the budgeting and long-range planning process, ensuring consistency across departments.

· Recommend and implement process improvements and automation to increase forecasting accuracy and efficiency.

· Ensure compliance with US GAAP, SOX, and corporate governance standards in financial reporting.

· Advise on revenue optimization strategies, pricing impacts, and market expansion initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience

· Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; MBA preferred.

· 10+ years of relevant experience in financial consulting, FP&A, or revenue forecasting for US corporations.

· Expertise in financial modeling, forecasting techniques, and revenue analytics.

· Proficiency in advanced Excel, financial reporting tools (Power BI, Tableau), and ERP systems (SAP, Oracle).

· Solid understanding of US GAAP and compliance frameworks.

· Strong communication and presentation skills; ability to work effectively with executive stakeholders.

· Professional certifications (CFA, CMA, CPA, FMVA) preferred.

Engagement Details

· Type: Contract

· Duration: [3 months – extendable, based on project needs]

· Location: [Chennai Hybrid]

· Reporting To: CFO

Key Competencies

· Revenue Forecasting & Financial Modeling

· Business & Financial Acumen

· Analytical Thinking & Problem-Solving

· Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration

· Accuracy, Attention to Detail, and Agility in Dynamic Environments