Droom - Senior Manager - Finance (5-8 yrs)

Role:

- We are seeking a highly analytical and proactive professional to lead the functions of budgeting, planning, monthly goal setting, reviews, and forecasting.

- This role involves working closely with cross-functional teams to develop financial strategies, monitor performance, and provide insights to drive business growth and efficiency.

Responsibilities:

1. Budgeting and Financial Planning:

- Develop, monitor, and manage annual and quarterly budgets to align with organizational objectives.

- Ensure budgetary compliance and identify opportunities for cost optimization.

- Prepare variance analyses and provide recommendations to address discrepancies.

2. Monthly Goals Setting and Monitoring:

- Collaborate with department heads to define and set measurable monthly goals.

- Track progress against goals and recommend actionable strategies for improvement.

- Ensure alignment of goals with the organization's overall vision and strategy.

3. Reviews and Reporting:

- Conduct monthly performance reviews with department leads to evaluate budget utilization and goal achievement.

- Prepare and present detailed financial reports and KPIs for senior management.

- Identify areas for improvement and propose corrective measures.

4. Forecasting and Financial Analysis:

- Analyze historical data to predict future trends and financial performance.

- Create financial models to forecast revenue, expenses, and profitability.

- Provide insights to support strategic decision-making and mitigate risks.

5. Strategic Planning and Execution:

- Contribute to long-term strategic planning by providing financial insights and market analysis.

- Design and implement processes to improve operational efficiency and performance tracking.

- Align planning efforts with evolving industry trends and business priorities.

6. Cross-Functional Collaboration:

- Partner with sales, marketing, operations, and HR teams to align financial goals with departmental objectives.

- Provide training and guidance to team members on financial processes and reporting.

Qualifications/Requirements:

- Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field; a professional certification (CA, CPA, CMA) is preferred.

- Minimum of 5 years of experience in finance, accounting, or a related field.

- Proven experience in managing financial operations, including vendor payments, account reconciliations, and audits.

- Strong analytical skills with the ability to develop financial reports and present findings to senior management.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

- Proficiency in financial software and tools, with advanced knowledge of Excel.

- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information with integrity.

- Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying and implementing process improvements.