Chief Financial Planner

The role of a Financial Analyst is pivotal in our organization, contributing to sustainable growth for our business and much-loved brands.

We are part of a large organization, responsible for driving exceptional performance and creating potential for future growth. Our finance team utilizes digital capabilities and analytics to inform our business strategy, and creates capacity to invest in the future.

As a Financial Analyst, you will be part of a dynamic work environment where no two days are the same. You will have the opportunity to learn and develop your skills, supported by our inclusive culture.

• Possess a flair for numbers and think big-picture
• Communicate financial concepts to non-finance stakeholders
• Be proactive, self-driven with ability to work in a dynamic environment
• Work as a team player, trouble-shooter, and consensus-builder
• Exposure to complex business environments
• Good analytical, written, and verbal communication skills
• Proficient knowledge of MS Office and SAP

Requirements:

• High professionalism, integrity, and commitment
• Influence key stakeholders
• Manage time and prioritize effectively
• Analyse complex data, draw connections, and advocate coherent strategy for improvement

Performance Delivery

1. Support, Partner, and enable AOP delivery on Volume, NSV, OP Cash, and Pricing

2. Strengthen the Finance O&R process. Build and drive Pre and Post M&E mindset for Trade Spend investments (BTL and TTL)

Productivity

1. Collect past c-forms, ensure process improvement, and reduce timelines of recording the same

2. Active participation to unlock savings and ensure hygiene by dialing up Distributor ROI

3. Reduction in W/Capital / Provisions unlock (Overall Norms to be lower in value than last 3 years average aged inventory)

Net Revenue Management

1. Trade Spend Management

2. Drive BTL claim process for the cluster & adopting new BTL Process, involving NRM planning

3. Developing Pre and Post M&E Culture on BTL and TTL Spends

4. Engaging with HO commercial team / cross-function team and understanding of various RTM/ learning more formats for personal development & growth

5. Pricing optimization - Volume/ Value/ Margin Market Share pool / Benchmarking our Pricing with Industry players basis information available in public domain

Business Partnering

1. Independently developing financial analysis to drive business insights. The role also requires the ability to concisely communicate these insights to key stakeholders to influence decision-making in a complex and delicate business environment.

2. Partner with CH/SH to drive business performance by providing financial/commercial expertise and insights while owning the delivery of the financial targets and an effective control environment.

3. Bring strong commercial insight and judgment to decision making

4. Investment optimization, including A&P measurement and evaluation

5. Support Cluster/region BPMs with market financials and decision-making

6. Participate in pricing discussion and provide quality inputs

BAU Operations

1. Credit Management – Timely MIS Circulation for expected blocks, credit Block Release, Improve credit block review system and best utilization of resources, Credit Limit review

2. Collection Management - Driving Collection and reducing overdues by partnering with sales team, Improve AR ageing quality & achieve DSO Target through continuous monitoring

3. Debtor Estimates / forecast review basis actual Debtor reports to ensure no Risk in AR. Timely customer reconciliation and balance confirmations.

4. Support RTM Changes / Annual policy changes and ensure no sales loss due to system, support in Representation to State Govt, Excise Policy year Change Invoice checking and verification to ensure billing with approved/accurate rates.

5. Timely month-end closing and sharing required MIS, monthly Overhead tracking

Compliance and Governance

1. Ensure compliance to Credit Policy, BTL Policy, TTL Policy, SOA, and all commercial CARM controls

2. Risks identified through TB review are tracked and ensure review with RCFH

3. Any AML or legacy issues highlight with the legal consul and ensure get resolve

Key Skills and Qualifications:
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, Excel, Business Intelligence Tools, Financial modeling, Financial Planning and Analysis, Budgeting, Forecasting, Data analysis, Communication, Teamwork, Leadership, Project management, Time management, Adaptability, Results orientation