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Manager- Financial Planning & Analysis Exp: 5-7 years prepare models for evaluating real estate projects Create projections for future projects. Experienced in financial analysis, so being able to analyse MIS, P&L, Balance sheet and prepare briefings and summaries for the board Annual Operating Plan & 5-Year Strategic Plan Lead the zero-based budget process; Model long-range scenarios (base / upside / downside) and cap-ex funding needs. Monthly Performance Management Publish consolidated MIS deck (P&L, BS, CF, KPIs) by Day 8 of each month. Drive vertical review meetings; highlight variances >±3 %. Rolling Forecast & Outlook Maintain 12-month rolling outlook, refreshed each month. Key Responsibilities Provide early-warning signals on liquidity and covenant tests. Business Partnering & Decision Support Work with CEO Office on new site feasibility, tuition-fee strategy, lease-vs-buy, etc. Support Head-Finance on fund-raise models, investor presentations, debt re-financing. Data Infrastructure & Process Improvement Streamline data flow from ERP to BI layer; automate KPI dashboards. Champion best-practice modelling standards (auditable, version-controlled). Governance Ensure compliance with IFRS/Ind AS and internal controls. Advanced Financial Modelling & Forecasting : Design integrated 3-statement and valuation models, run scenario / sensitivity analyses, and translate assumptions into long-range outlooks that withstand audit and investor scrutiny. Analytical Rigor & Critical Thinking : Slice large data sets, pinpoint root-cause variances, connect operational drivers to financial outcomes, and convert findings into clear, actionable insights. Business Acumen & KPI Orientation: Required Skills Data Visualization & Storytelling: Grasp industry economics (education, real-estate, cap-ex-heavy projects), define the right performance metrics, and judge trade-offs between growth, margin, and cash flow. Skills : Power BI/Tableau, advanced Excel, and crisp slide craft to distill complex numbers into compelling visuals and executive-level narratives. Stakeholder Collaboration & Influence : Engage confidently with CEO office, vertical heads, auditors, and lenders; balance multiple priorities, negotiate deliverables, and drive alignment on financial targets. Systems & Tech Proficiency : Expert in ERP platforms, SQL-enabled data pulls, and automation tools (macros, Power Query) to streamline reporting and reduce cycle times Show more Show less
