FP&A

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Designation

Key Responsibilities

1. Lead a team to deliver accurate, insightful financial analysis and performance reporting for senior management and cross-functional teams.

2. Demonstrate a deep understanding of the FMCG/manufacturing value chain and apply this knowledge to financial projections, scenario modeling, and strategic planning.

3. Conduct variance analysis against budgets and forecasts, highlighting key drivers and recommending corrective actions.

4. Review the monthly, weekly MIS by adding business/finance insights and making it more robust. Closely coordination with controllership function in this regard.

5. Partner with Sales, Operations, Supply Chain, and other business units to provide financial support, influence strategy, and track KPIs.

6. Drive continuous improvement in FP&A processes through automation, dashboarding, and advanced analytics.

7. Lead the budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning cycles, ensuring alignment with business objectives.

8. Manage team workloads, mentor team members, and build analytical capability within the FP&A function.

9. Present clear, compelling financial insights and trends in business review meetings to enable data-driven decisions.

Desired Skills & Experience

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to interpret complex data.
• Proficiency in financial modeling, Excel (Pivot Tables), and BI tools (Power BI, Tableau).
• Hands-on experience with SAP or similar ERP systems.
• Exposure to revenue growth analysis, ROI, IRR, cost analysis, product pricing, contribution margin, and supply chain finance.
• Ability to calculate and interpret financial ratios, margins, and performance metrics.
• Effective communication and presentation skills to influence senior stakeholders.
• Team leading experience with a collaborative mindset