Head - Financial Planning & Analysis (Listed company experience only)

Role Overview:

Head of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the

  strategic financial planning

  ,

  annual budgeting

  , and

  rolling forecasts

  across all business units and subsidiaries.
• Provide actionable financial insights to the CEO, CFO, and leadership team to support strategic decision-making.
• Develop and manage complex financial models to evaluate business performance, investment opportunities, and long-term business scenarios.
• Consolidate financials across domestic and international subsidiaries in compliance with global reporting standards (IFRS/GAAP).
• Monitor and report

  KPIs

  , variance analysis, and business drivers to ensure financial discipline and performance.
• Collaborate with business heads, product leads, and corporate functions to align financial plans with organizational goals.
• Provide leadership to a distributed team of FP&A professionals; build strong processes and governance mechanisms across subsidiaries.
• Drive continuous improvement in financial systems, planning tools, and reporting frameworks (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Power BI, Anaplan).
• Support fundraising, investor relations, board presentations, and due diligence processes as needed.
• Ensure compliance with statutory regulations and internal financial controls across entities.
  

Key Requirements:

• Chartered Accountant (CA) with a minimum of 18 years of progressive experience in financial planning, analysis, and business finance.
• Strong experience managing

  multi-subsidiary

  financials in a

  multinational corporation (MNC)

  .
• Proven track record of delivering strategic insights and partnering with senior leadership on high-impact decisions.
• Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, analytics, and reporting tools (Excel, Power BI, SAP, etc.).
• Strong knowledge of international accounting standards (IFRS, GAAP), transfer pricing, and intercompany accounting.
• Exceptional leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams across geographies and drive cross-functional collaboration.
  

Preferred Attributes:

• Exposure to sectors such as Pharmaceuticals, Manufacturing, Healthcare, or Technology.
• Experience in handling complex mergers, acquisitions, and restructuring projects.
• Experience working with private equity investors or in a listed entity is a plus.