FP&A-(Team Manager) Chennai - 9Yrs

We're looking for an experienced and results-oriented FP&A Team Manager to lead our financial planning and analysis team in Chennai. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in corporate finance, financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and business partnering. You'll play a crucial role in driving financial performance and providing key insights to senior leadership.

• Team Leadership & Development: Lead, mentor, and manage a team of FP&A analysts, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment. Conduct performance reviews and identify training needs to support professional growth.
  

• Financial Planning & Analysis: Oversee the company's financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes. Drive the preparation of the annual budget and regular forecasts, ensuring accuracy and alignment with strategic goals.
  

• Reporting & Analysis: Prepare and present comprehensive financial reports, including monthly performance reviews, variance analysis, and key performance indicators (KPIs) for management.
  

• Strategic Business Partnering: Act as a key business partner to various departments, providing financial expertise and guidance to support decision-making. Analyze business trends and market conditions to identify opportunities and risks.
  

• Financial Modeling: Develop and maintain complex financial models to support long-range planning, capital expenditure decisions, and new business initiatives.
  

• Process Improvement: Identify and implement improvements to existing FP&A processes and systems to enhance efficiency and data accuracy.
  

• Experience: 8+ years of progressive experience in finance, with at least 3 years in a leadership or managerial role within a corporate FP&A environment.
  

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. A Master's degree (MBA)
  

• Skills:
  

  • Strong Analytical Skills: Exceptional ability to analyze financial data, identify trends, and synthesize complex information into clear, actionable insights.
    

  • Technical Proficiency: Advanced expertise in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling. Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and business intelligence tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
    

  • Leadership & Communication: Proven leadership skills with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.