Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

• Work closely with Department Heads and CXOs to formulate short, medium, and long-term growth strategies for the

organization.

• Set and monitor departmental targets and budgets, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.

• Optimize operational costs by providing insights to improve productivity, internal efficiencies, and streamline

processes.

• Identify and drive revenue enhancement opportunities across the business.

• Implement and maintain strong internal controls and systems to support business growth and compliance.

• Lead financial planning and analysis for the company and handle all requirements of the Airports Economic Regulatory

Authority of India (AERA).

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Strategic business planning and financial modeling.

• Target setting, annual budgets, and quarterly forecasts.

• Performance monitoring, variance analysis, and reporting.

• Capex planning, monitoring, and controlling.

• Business controlling, including commercial proforma support.

• Cost monitoring, optimization, and approvals.

• Inputs and oversight on risk and compliance functions (e.g., Tax, Secretarial).

• Preparation and submission of all AERA documentation, including Annual Compliance Statements.

• Promote collaborative partnerships and cross-functional teamwork.

• ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Update and maintain the Business Plan and Financial Model periodically.

• Act as part of the think-tank of the company to evolve, review, and revise corporate strategic planning and long-term

objectives.

• Spearhead the annual budgeting exercise for WFSBPL, coordinate with functions and support Group consolidation.

• Monitor and report monthly performance and variance analysis (Budget vs. Actual).

• Review cost optimization and efficiency improvement initiatives.

• Review business cases for capex investments and revenue enhancement projects.

• Support procurement in negotiations for high-value contracts.

• Provide financial inputs to the commercial team for pricing and proposals.

• Develop the capital budget in line with business plans and actual requirements.

• Provide analytical support for capital investment decisions, including outsourcing alternatives.

• Ensure timely finalization of regulated charges with AERA and monitor comparable cargo terminal tariffs.

• Update financial inputs (budget and actuals) for Group reporting in SAP.

• Conduct periodic reviews with departments, regional and Group leadership.

• Identify and communicate commercial and financial risks and opportunities.

• Execute risk review processes in line with global standards to minimize risks and exposures.

• Education – Cost Accountant / Chartered Accountant / MBA (Finance).

• Experience – 4–8 years of post-qualification experience in Controlling, FP&A, or related finance roles in reputed

organizations.

• Computer Skills – Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Working knowledge of Oracle Financials

ERP and Tally.

Knowledge & Work Skills –

• Profound knowledge of key financial functions with strong FP&A expertise.

• Experience across Indian GAAP, Ind AS, IFRS, asset management, business planning, controlling, project finance, and

audits.

• Strong Excel modeling skills and analytical capability.

• Skilled in negotiation, communication, and management.

• Ability to lead teams, work collaboratively, and deliver results under pressure.