Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

FP&A Head – {Location: Bhubaneswar}

We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented FP&A Head to be a key member of our Corporate Finance team. The role will be responsible for leading FP&A of a strategic initiative, financial reporting, variance analysis, business projections, accounting compliance, and stakeholder management. The incumbent will play a critical role in delivering accurate financial insights, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving automation initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Prepare, analyze, and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and dashboards.
• Perform Balance Sheet and P&L variance analysis on a Month-over-Month (MoM), Quarter-over-Quarter (QoQ), and Year-over-Year (YoY) basis.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of financial information to Leadership, including highlighting any gaps.
• Preparing business projections QoQ, YoY and adhering compliance against those numbers by working along with business teams.Process Improvement & Automation
• Drive automation initiatives for various reporting parameters including dashboards.
• Identify opportunities for process enhancements and operational efficiencies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement best practices and improve financial controls.Stakeholder Management
• Partner with Senior Leadership, Controllership, Taxation, Auditors, and Business Finance stakeholders.
• Dealing with Govt officials to secure requisite approvals/ incentives etc.
• Provide financial insights and support decision-making through analytical reporting and presentations.Desired Candidate Profile

Educational Qualification

• CA / CMA / MBA (Finance) from a reputed institution.Experience
• Relevant experience in FP&A, Financial Reporting, Controllership, Audit, or Shared Services Finance functions.
• Experience working in large multinational organizations will be preferred.Technical Skills
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and provisioning.
• Knowledge of IND AS, statutory audit, tax audit, and compliance requirements.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel including Pivot Tables, Power Query, and financial modelling.
• Experience working with SAP or other ERP systems.
• Exposure to financial process automation tools will be an advantage.Behavioral Competencies
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail with a high level of accuracy and ownership.