Centralized Budget Control : Oversee and manage the organization s overhead budget, excluding payroll costs.
Requirement Collation : Gather overhead cost requirements from various units, along with justifications from vertical heads, and align these with the organization s budget structure.
Budget Transformation : Convert the gathered information into a structured budget template.
Comparative Analysis : Develop comparative statements with detailed justifications for budget allocations.
Commercial Function for Central Cost Verticals: -
Budget Tracking : Monitor actual expenditures against the budget and update central stakeholders (e.g., Research, Marketing, Award show participation, Training) regularly.
Contract Management : Collaborate with the Legal team and overhead cost heads to execute contracts, Statements of Work (SOWs), and work orders.
Vendor Liaison : Coordinate with vendors and the Vendor Onboarding team for new vendor empanelment and manage the purchase order process for centrally controlled expenses.
Invoice Processing : Ensure timely processing of vendor invoices, scrutinize actual expenses at month-end, and compare them against the budget.
Purchase Requisition Software Management:
Software Maintenance : Maintain and update the Purchase Requisition software/dashboard, ensuring it reflects current business needs. This includes uploading budget changes, headcount adjustments, and approver modifications.
User Support : Provide guidance and training to new recruits on the software.
Monthly Reporting:
Presentation Preparation : Prepare and present monthly reports to management, detailing budget performance, variances, and key findings.
Additional Notes:
Contract Negotiation : Candidates with strong contract negotiation skills will have an added advantage.
Shared Service Center Collaboration : While accounting and invoice processing will be handled by the Shared Service Center, the overall responsibility for these tasks will rest with this role.
Requirements:
Experience : Commerce graduates with at least 10 years of experience in overhead cost management, preferably with a CA or MBA qualification.
Skills : Strong negotiation skills, the ability to analyze trends, and proficiency in ensuring task completion are essential for success in this role.