Senior Manager/Manager - Business Finance

The role of a key leadership position with high visibility involves driving financial strategy and operational efficiency. It requires strong analytical skills, financial acumen, and business partnering abilities to provide actionable insights to senior leadership in finance. Ensuring alignment of business actions with company objectives, providing strategic insights, planning and forecasting revenue, headcount requirements, and cost are key responsibilities. The incumbent must independently handle monthly review variance discussions, manage overall business performance, and targets. In terms of Strategic Planning & Analysis, the individual will lead the business forecasting process, including annual budgeting, quarterly forecasts, and long-term financial planning. Developing and monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure financial and operational success is essential. Providing strategic insights and recommendations to drive revenue growth and improve cost efficiency are crucial aspects of the role. As for Business Partnering, collaborating with operational leaders to understand business needs, align financial goals, and support decision-making is vital. Acting as a key advisor for operational and commercial initiatives, critically evaluating business proposals, identifying and managing commercial risks, and facilitating senior leadership approvals swiftly are integral responsibilities. Regarding Business Performing Reports & Insights, preparing and presenting detailed analyses of business results, reconciling them to actual financial results, and analyzing financial trends, variances, and risks with proactive recommendations are key tasks. The incumbent will work closely with business, accounting teams, and other stakeholders to ensure accurate insights. In terms of Process Improvement & Systems, enhancing financial planning tools, systems, and processes to improve efficiency and accuracy, implementing best practices, ensuring robust governance, and publishing timely dashboards for quick decision-making are essential duties. The ideal candidate should hold a Chartered Accountant (CA)/ Certified Financial Analyst (CFA)/ MBA in Finance from a reputed school or equivalent. With 8-12 years of experience, including at least 5 years in leadership roles in Business Finance/ FP&A, the candidate should possess strong analytical and financial modeling skills. Experience in organizations with a matrix organizational structure is advantageous. Proficiency in financial systems and tools such as SAP, Oracle, or similar ERP platforms, as well as hands-on experience in MS Excel and PowerPoint, is required. Experience in Power BI/Analytical Tools is preferred. The position is based in Bangalore with a hybrid work model, and the joining time required is 30-60 days.,