Head - Financial Planning & Analysis

Job Description

Role Overview: We are seeking an experienced and strategic finance leader to join as the Head of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) . The ideal candidate will be a Chartered Accountant with at least 18 years of post-qualification experience, preferably in large multinational environments. This role will be responsible for driving enterprise-wide financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, strategic modeling, and analytics across multiple business units and subsidiaries. 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.