Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

About the Role

The Finance Manager will manage key finance, accounting, compliance, and business partnering activities to support organizational objectives. The role requires strong expertise in financial reporting, budgeting, internal controls, and statutory compliance. The incumbent will drive process improvements, deliver meaningful financial insights, and ensure robust financial governance. Working closely with cross-functional teams and leadership, the individual will support strategic decision-making and operational excellence. Success in this role requires strong analytical skills, accountability, and the ability to perform in a fast-paced environment.

Skills required:

• Strong knowledge of accounting standards (IGAAP/Ind AS), financial reporting, and financial statement preparation.
• Sound understanding of budgeting, forecasting, annual operating plans, and business performance analysis.
• Expertise in internal controls, risk management, compliance, and business process improvement.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to derive actionable business insights.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and financial reporting tools.
• Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills across cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities & Deliverables

• Lead Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) including annual budgeting, forecasting, rolling forecasts, financial modelling, variance analysis, and business performance reporting.
• Partner with Business Functions such as Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Sales, and Product teams to provide financial insights, evaluate investments, pricing strategies, unit economics, and improve profitability.
• Manage Financial Accounting & Controllership by ensuring timely month-end/year-end close, accurate financial reporting, and compliance with applicable accounting standards.
• Drive Manufacturing Finance & Cost Optimization through analysis of BOM, standard vs. actual costing, inventory, labour, overheads, Capex ROI, and operational efficiency.
• Ensure Statutory Compliance & Governance by overseeing compliance with Companies Act, GST, Income Tax, internal controls, audit requirements, and financial policies.
• Develop Management Dashboards & MIS Reports using advanced Excel, Power BI, or other BI tools to provide timely financial and operational insights for decision-making.
• Lead Process Improvement & Finance Automation by implementing efficient financial processes, strengthening internal controls, driving digital transformation, and enhancing reporting accuracy.
• Manage Working Capital & Business Performance by monitoring cash flows, profitability, key financial KPIs, and recommending actions to improve financial health and operational performance.
• Lead and Develop the Finance Team by mentoring team members, collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders, driving high-performance culture, and supporting strategic finance initiatives aligned with business objectives.

Position

Chartered Accountant (CA)

Experience

4–5 Years Post Qualification Experience (PQE)

Qualification

• Chartered Accountant (CA) – Qualified
• 4–5 years of post-qualification experience in Finance, Accounting, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Controllership.
• Experience in manufacturing, EV, infrastructure, or fast-growing startups will be an added advantage.

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