- Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and Budget Preparation
- Assist in the preparation and consolidation of the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and budgets for all departments, subsidiaries, and operations.
- Work closely with stakeholders to gather data inputs, validate assumptions, and ensure alignment with business goals and strategic objectives.
- Financial Analysis and Reporting
- Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual Management Information System (MIS) reports, including P&L statements, product/market/customer profitability, and rolling forecasts.
- Support detailed financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Provide actionable insights to improve decision-making across business functions.
- Performance Monitoring and Variance Analysis
- Conduct detailed variance analysis of budgets versus actuals, highlighting deviations and areas of concern.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to identify corrective actions and provide periodic updates on progress.
- Stakeholder Collaboration and Guidance
- Act as a financial partner for business units by providing guidance on budgeting, forecasting, and FP&A-related matters.
- Assist in communicating financial insights to non-financial stakeholders in a clear and actionable manner.
- Meeting Preparation and Follow-Up
- Prepare agendas, reports, and presentations for performance review meetings with senior management and other stakeholders.
- Document minutes of meetings, track action points, and follow up on their implementation.
- Month-End and Year-End Closing Support
- Assist in the month-end and year-end financial closing processes, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
- Support the preparation of accruals, reconciliations, and final reports to meet internal and external reporting requirements.
- Strategic Planning and Forecasting
- Contribute to the development of long-term strategic plans by providing financial modeling and scenario analysis.
- Assist in preparing rolling forecasts to ensure agility in financial planning.
- Process Optimization and Automation
- Identify opportunities for improving FP&A processes, including automation of repetitive tasks and enhancement of data accuracy.
- Support the implementation of tools and systems to streamline budgeting and reporting workflows.
- Compliance and Risk Management
- Ensure compliance with corporate policies, regulatory requirements, and internal controls during financial planning and reporting activities.
- Highlight potential risks and recommend mitigation strategies to safeguard financial health.
- Team Support and Knowledge Sharing
- Support the training and development of junior team members by sharing best practices and technical knowledge.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to foster a culture of financial accountability and performance improvement.
- Ad-Hoc Analysis and Reporting
- Conduct ad-hoc financial analysis and prepare reports to address specific queries from senior management or other stakeholders.
- Support special projects, such as cost optimization, capital allocation, or business case evaluations.
Requirements
Experience: 4-5 years of experience in FP&A
Education: CA / CA Inter / MBA
Knowledge of ERP – SAP. Good in Excel.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with thorough / detail-oriented approach.
Ability to work with diverse teams across different countries, being self-motivated with a strong commitment to quality.
