Manager-Financial Planning &Analysis

Job Description: FP&A Manager

Position: FP&A Manager
Location: Bangalore, India
Experience Required: 8+ years
Qualification: Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA)

About the Role:

We are looking for an experienced FP&A Manager to join our dynamic finance team. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in Financial Planning & Analysis, with a strong background in budgeting, forecasting, competitor analysis, and working closely with senior leadership to drive strategic financial decisions. The FP&A Manager will be responsible for planning, analyzing, forecasting, and delivering MIS reports, while providing actionable insights to enhance the company's financial performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead the annual budgeting process and the monthly/quarterly forecasting cycles, working closely with department heads and senior management.
• Financial Planning & Analysis: Conduct detailed financial analysis and provide insights to support business decision-making. Monitor financial performance against the budget and forecast.
• Competitor Analysis: Perform competitor benchmarking, financial trend analysis, and market assessments to guide management on potential opportunities and risks.
• MIS Reporting: Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual MIS reports that reflect the financial performance and key business drivers.
• Collaboration with Leadership: Act as a strategic partner to senior leaders and business heads, delivering data-driven insights for effective decision-making.
• Performance Metrics: Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide regular updates to management on financial health, operational performance, and key trends.
• Process Improvement: Identify areas for process optimization and lead initiatives to improve financial reporting accuracy, forecasting reliability, and overall operational efficiency.
• Ad-hoc Financial Analysis: Provide in-depth financial analysis on specific projects, investment opportunities, and business cases as required by senior leadership.

Key Skills and Requirements:

• Qualification: Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA).
• Experience: Minimum 8+ years of experience in FP&A, financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting. Prior experience in the finance function within a large or fast-paced organization is preferred.
• Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in Excel and financial modeling. Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar) and BI tools is highly desirable.
• Analytical Skills: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize complex data into clear, actionable insights.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with senior management and cross-functional teams.
• Leadership: Ability to work independently and manage multiple stakeholders while delivering results on time and in a structured manner.
• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and attention to detail in financial reporting and analysis.
• Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with the industry in which the company operates will be an advantage, particularly in terms of financial trends and competitive landscape.Role &