Senior Manager, Business Finance - Lending

Minimum Qualifications Chartered Accountant/ MBA with 7+ years of work experience Strong Proficiency in MS Excel and presentations Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Proactive, takes initiative, self-motivated, team player Strong stakeholder management and interpersonal skills Preferred Qualifications Prior experience within the Consumer Tech, NBFC, Banking, or Fintech sectors is highly preferred. Extensive understanding of financial trends within the company and general market patterns, particularly in the credit space. Strong business acumen with an analytical approach and a deep understanding of general business development and operations in a tech-driven environment. Proven experience in commercial negotiations and partnerships. Responsibilities Strategic Financial Planning & Analysis for Lending: Define the annual operating plan (AOP), outlook, and key metrics for the category. Develop and refine financial models to evaluate new lending products, partnerships, and initiatives, facilitating data-driven decision-making. Provide insightful financial reports and interpret financial information for the Lending leadership and other stakeholders, recommending further courses of action. Develop trends, forecasts, and projections for the Lending business growth, revenue, and overall financial health. Business Partnership & Performance Management: Act as a key finance business partner to the Lending category heads, co-owning the P&L and ensuring the operating and financial health of the vertical. Conduct regular reviews and evaluations of business performance, identifying growth opportunities, risks to the plan, cost optimization, and profitability enhancement within the category portfolio. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams (Business, Credit Risk, Product, Engineering, Marketing, Operations) to discuss, agree upon, and drive strategic projects for the Lending business. Lead commercial negotiations and support partnership/alliance discussions relevant to the category. Review and provide financial inputs for agreements and contracts. Process Excellence & Team Leadership: Drive process improvement initiatives within the Business Finance function to enhance efficiency and effectiveness for the vertical. Ensure robust monthly planning, meticulous review processes, and timely closure of financial activities for the Lending business. Manage and mentor a team of finance professionals.