Sweet Karam Coffee - Business Finance Manager (4-6 yrs)

About the Role:

- As a Business Finance, this position plays a critical role in driving financial performance through strategic insights, business planning, and detailed financial analysis.

- The role is designed for a highly skilled and results-driven financial professional who is ready to lead financial planning & analysis processes, provide actionable recommendations, and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

- The successful candidate will work closely with business units to guide and support financial decision-making, drive profitability improvements, and enhance operational efficiency.

Key responsibilities:

Financial Planning & Analysis (MOP, QOP & AOP):

- Lead the annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes

- Provide actionable financial insights and strategic recommendations to drive business decisions.

- Develop robust financial models and analyses to support growth initiatives, cost optimization, and profitability improvement.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless end-to-end financial planning.

- Monitor and report on critical profitability metrics, including pricing, margins, and supply chain efficiency.

- Partner with supply chain and category teams to analyze and optimize costs across the value chain.

Business Planning and OKRs:

- Jointly own the OKRs for respective business units and build an Annual Operating Plan (AOP) to achieve them.

- Identify and assess key risks and opportunities to ensure the business meets its goals.

- Develop financial plans with business and technology teams using a bottom-up approach.

Performance Analysis and Reporting:

- Conduct in-depth variance analyses and communicate findings to drive visibility and action planning.

- Track, measure, and report on key financial and business metrics for respective business units.

- Manage account-level month-end closing reviews, procedures, and corrections as required.

- Direct and oversee revenue cycle activities, optimizing operations through policies, objectives, and initiatives.

Strategic Financial Advisory:

- Perform scenario analyses and develop business plans for product enhancements or new business initiatives.

- Handle ad hoc financial requests, providing appropriate analysis and commentary to support decision-making.

- Lead and participate in process standardization and automation projects to enhance operational efficiency.

Leadership and Collaboration:

- Conduct periodic meetings with direct reports to review progress and align on objectives.

- Foster strong collaborations with stakeholders across various functions to drive business outcomes.

Qualifications:

- Chartered Accountant (CA) / Cost & Management Accountant (CMA) certification or a Master's degree in Finance.

- 4-6 years of experience in finance, with at least 3 years in business finance.

- Proficiency in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.

- Strong analytical skills with the ability to solve complex problems.

- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders.

- Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and timely deliverables.

Why Join SKC?

At Sweet Karam Coffee, we are passionate about bringing traditional South Indian flavors to a global audience through innovation and quality. Sweet Karam Coffee offers preservative-free, handcrafted delicacies, preserving the rich culinary heritage of South India redefining traditional snacking with innovation and authenticity. You'll be part of a dynamic, fast-paced work environment where innovation, creativity, and teamwork are at the heart of everything we do.