Lead Specialist FP&A Indian Accounting | Pune | CA | 4-7 yrs

• Designation

  Lead Specialist FP&A Indian Accounting (Individual contributor)

• Location

       Pune

• Work

  Type

       2 weeks WFO & 2 weeks WFH. So look candidates from Pune.

• Shift

                     General shift 10 pm-7 pm

• Qualification

  CA with 4-7 yrs exp

Role Overview:

We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Finance professional to join our team as a Lead Specialist, Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A). This individual contributor role is pivotal in driving financial insights, supporting strategic decision-making, and enhancing financial performance through robust planning, forecasting, and analysis.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Financial Planning, Forecasting:

a. Lead the preparation of annual budgets, periodic forecasts, and long-range financial plans.

b. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather inputs and validate assumptions.

c. Develop dynamic financial models to support scenario planning and sensitivity analysis.

2. Performance Analysis & Reporting:

a. Analyze monthly financial performance against budget, highlighting key variances and trends.

b. Prepare and present insightful dashboards and management reports for leadership.

c. Track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and recommend actionable insights.

3. Business Partnering:

a. Provide financial guidance and support to Business Units (BUs) for strategic initiatives.

b. Support cost optimization and efficiency improvement projects with data-driven

recommendations.

4. Data Management & Automation:

a. Leverage tools like Excel, Power BI, Access, and ERP systems to automate reporting and

streamline processes.

b. Ensure data accuracy and integrity across financial systems and reports.

5. Ad-hoc Analysis & Strategic Projects:

a. Conduct deep-dive analyses on business performance, pricing, profitability, and investment

opportunities.

b. Support M&A evaluations, business cases, and other strategic finance initiatives as needed.

Qualifications & Skills:

1. CA/ MBA (Finance)/ CFA or equivalent qualification.

2. 4 years of relevant experience in FP&A, preferably in IT/ ITES setup.

3. Strong financial modeling, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

4. Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and financial systems (Oracle JDE preferred).

5. Experience with data visualization tools like Power BI or Tableau is a plus.

6. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

7. Team player with a proactive and solution-oriented approach.

8. High attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.