Financial Planning and Analysis Specialist

3.0 - 5.0 years

10.0 - 18.0 Lacs P.A.

Chennai

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Skills Required

Financial PlanningFinancial AnalysisFinancial ReportingUS GAAPAccountingBudgetingAccounts ReceivableAccounts PayableCash Flow

Work Mode

Work from Office

Job Type

Full Time

Job Description

Financial Planning, Forecasting & Budgeting Develop, prepare and maintain detailed monthly/quarterly forecasts for revenue, cash flows and expense. Analyze actuals vs. forecast/budget and explain key variances. Support annual budgeting processes and long-range financial planning. Collaborate with cross-functional teams for data gathering and inputs. Work closely with the CFO to lead and manage financial and operational projects. Project & Contract Financial Management Design and analyze project-based budget templates for tracking costs and revenue. Manage contract documentation and ensure financial compliance as per agreement terms. Prepare site-wise financial reports. Conduct cost vs. budget variance analysis and ensure alignment with project goals. Accounts Receivable & Collections Full-cycle AR ownership: from invoice generation to cash collection. Prepare and analyze AR reports including Aging Reports, DSO tracking, and customer-level insights. Address and resolve customer queries Track and improve collection KPIs; support collections strategy and escalation workflows. Collaborate with Operations on dispute resolution and collections efficiency. Accounts Payable & Site Cost Tracking Prepare site-level payment reports for outstanding and paid amounts. Perform cost reviews aligned with project budgets; track discrepancies and highlight concerns. Collaborate with procurement and operations for vendor reconciliations and issue resolution. Reporting & Analytics Prepare and present key financial reports/dashboards (revenue, AR/AP, cost) for management review. Deliver project and contract-specific reports with actionable insights. Drive data integrity and process automation in reporting workflows. Acquisition Support Assist in financial due diligence for potential acquisitions, including analysis of target financials, revenue streams, AR/AP positions, and cost structures. Support the development of integration budgets, financial models, and post-acquisition performance tracking. Collaborate with leadership and external consultants during the acquisition lifecycle. Audit, Controls & Process Improvements Coordinate and support financial audit processes by preparing necessary documentation and schedules. Maintain audit-ready documentation for AR/AP, revenue, and project costs. Implement new processes and support smooth transitions during project implementations or process migrations. Evaluate internal controls and actively contribute to continuous process improvements. Preferred Skills Experience in FP&A, financial operations, and project finance, with a strong foundation in budgeting, forecasting, and reporting. Knowledge of Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and Cash Flow Forecasting. Exposure to customer-facing finance tasks, including contract financials, dispute resolution, and collections strategy. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including financial modeling, pivot tables, and dashboard creation. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present financial data clearly to both financial and non-financial stakeholders. Strong stakeholder management experience, including collaboration with cross-functional teams and international clients. Demonstrated problem-solving abilities and attention to detail, particularly in financial analysis and variance reporting. Proven capability to handle multiple priorities, manage time effectively, and perform well under pressure. Comfortable working independently, while also collaborating effectively across teams and management levels. Adaptable, proactive, and eager to take on new responsibilities, with a track record of success in fast-paced and evolving environments. Flexibility to work in US shifts to accommodate time zone differences and support customer and business needs. Education- CA/CPA/CA-Inter

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