Financial Planning Analyst Manager/Head

Job Description

Position: Finance Planning and Analysis (FP&A) UDS (UPDATER SERVICES LIMITED): UDS is a leading integrated business services provider in India founded by Raghunandana Tangirala in 1990 offering facilities management and other services nationwide. Our diverse portfolio addresses the needs of sectors such as FMCG, manufacturing, BFSI, healthcare, IT/ITeS, automotive, logistics, and more. Our nationwide presence with 20+ branches and skilled workforce of 55000+ employees underscoring our commitment to growth and service excellence allow us to maintain long-term client retention and adapt to increasing service demands. In addition to organic growth, we've strategically acquired complementary businesses to broaden our service mix and enhance value-added offerings. Our subsidiaries include: Denave: Sales, channel management, and marketing for IT/Tech, consumer durables, FMCG, and BFSI sectors. Matrix Business Services: Business assurance and employee background verification. Avon Solutions & Logistics: Mailroom management and logistics solutions. Global Flight Handling Services: Ground support for airlines. Tangy Supplies & Solutions: Cleaning materials, equipment, and uniforms. Stanworth Management: Facility management for star hotels. Fusion Foods and Catering: Corporate and industrial catering services. Washroom Hygiene Concepts: Washroom sanitizing and hygiene solutions. Athena BPO: Call center services, back-office support, and data processing. The Person Should be a Chartered Accountant or Cost Accountant A minimum of 5+years of working experience Experience in handling FPNA/Business finance. Must have an excellent understanding of pricing, scoping, and competitive environment. Possess superior level communication skills - both verbal and written and be able to create impactful and influential conversations with prospective /existing clients. Should be resilient and have a strong growth mindset. Team Leader and a people person Salary Competitive salary with performance-based incentives Role Overview The FP&A professional at UDS will play a critical role in the financial health and strategic decision-making processes of the organization. This individual will lead financial planning and analysis initiatives, develop financial models, and provide insights to support the companys growth and efficiency. Key Responsibilities Financial Strategy & Planning: Develop, implement, and oversee financial plans and strategies, ensuring alignment with the company’s overall business objectives. Budgeting & Forecasting: Drive the annual budgeting process, perform periodic forecasts, and provide insights into variances to assist management in financial decision-making. Data Analysis & Reporting: Analyze financial data, trends, and performance metrics to generate monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for senior leadership. Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with departmental heads to gather relevant data, offer financial insights, and contribute to key business decisions. Financial Modeling: Develop and maintain robust financial models to support planning, forecasting, and scenario analysis. Risk Management: Identify and evaluate financial risks, ensuring that mitigation plans are in place. Process Improvement: Evaluate current financial processes, recommending and implementing improvements for greater efficiency and accuracy. Team Leadership: Supervise and mentor junior members of the FP&A team to ensure continuous growth and optimal performance. Required Skills and Competencies Maintaining and controlling the books of accts like Trial balance, P&L A/c & Balance Sheet. Implementing systems, procedures & manuals to prepare and maintain statutory books of accounts & financial statements, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements. Formulating budgets as well as conducting variance analysis to determine difference between projected & actual results and implementing corrective actions for the same. Computing & arranging deposit of Sales Tax, Service Tax, GST, Income Tax and TDS as well as filing returns for timely completion of assessment as per regulatory norms Preparing MIS reports in UDS Group level to provide feedback to top officials on financial performance, viz. monthly profitability and age-wise analysis of debtors as per requirement of management, Maintaining the Intercompany, Inter plant and branch accounts Comparison Budgeted and Actuals on monthly basis Attending to statutory audits and evaluating internal control systems with a view to highlight shortcomings & implementing recommendations made by Internal Auditors. Work Location : Chennai Immediate joiners are most preferable.