Finance Manager

Job Title: Deputy Manager / ManagerFunction/Department – Finance (Capex & MIS)Job Location: Azamabad (Near RTC Cross Roads), HyderabadPosition SummaryWe are seeking a highly driven and detail-oriented finance professional to join our team. The candidate will play a critical role in Capital Expenditure (Capex) management and Management Information Systems (MIS), while supporting other finance functions on an ad-hoc basis.This role will involve evaluation of investment proposals, end-to-end tracking of capital projects, process improvements through SAP (Project Systems module), and providing insightful dashboards and reports to senior management, including CFO and MD.The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical mindset, sound knowledge of financial modelling, and a keen understanding of manufacturing operations in the vaccines and specialty pharma industry.Key ResponsibilitiesA. Capex Management- Evaluation & Approval Process- Assess Capex proposals and investment business cases using IRR, NPV, payback period, and strategic alignment criteria.- Review Purchase Proposal Forms (PPFs) for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with internal policies.- Prepare financial notes and recommendations for Investment Committee (IC) and senior management.- Project Tracking & Control- Monitor Capex budget vs. actuals at project and organizational levels.- Maintain a centralized Capex database with real-time updates on project status, cost, and timelines.- Identify variances and highlight delays, cost overruns, or risks with corrective action plans.- SAP Project Systems (PS) Management- Act as the key finance point of contact for the SAP PS module.- Collaborate with IT and project teams to ensure correct project structure, cost capture, and reporting.- Drive automation and standardization of Capex workflows within SAP.- Reporting & Dashboards- Develop and publish periodic Capex dashboards for CFO, MD, and senior stakeholders.- Provide analysis on asset capitalization, depreciation impact, and post-implementation reviews of major projects.B. MIS Support- Reporting & Analysis- Assist in preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual MIS reports for management review.- Provide analytical insights into sales, expenses, margins, and other KPIs.- MIS Automation- Support MIS lead in automation initiatives, including integration of data from SAP and other systems.- Drive process improvements to enhance reporting accuracy and timeliness.- Business Partnering- Work closely with finance, operations, and commercial teams to ensure accurate reporting and analysis.- Provide ad-hoc analysis for decision-making as requested by CFO/MD.C. Cross-functional Support- Support other finance areas such as budgeting, forecasting, insurance, and special projects on an ad-hoc basis.- Actively contribute to finance transformation initiatives and policy improvements.Key Skills & Competencies- Strong understanding of Capex evaluation, project finance, and financial modelling.- Hands-on experience with SAP (PS & FI modules).- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.- Proficiency in MS Excel, Power BI or similar analytics tools.- Strong communication and presentation skills for senior leadership reporting.- Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and manage multiple priorities.Qualifications & Experience- Education: Chartered Accountant (CA), Cost Accountant (CMA), or MBA (Finance).- Experience:- 4–8 years of experience in finance roles, preferably in manufacturing, pharmaceutical, or vaccine industry.- Prior exposure to Capex evaluation, SAP PS module, and MIS reporting is highly desirable.Performance Metrics (KPIs)- Timely and accurate review of Capex proposals and PPFs.- Accuracy of Capex budget vs. actual tracking and reporting.- Successful implementation of automation initiatives in SAP.- Quality and timeliness of MIS reports and dashboards.- Positive feedback from CFO, MD, and cross-functional teams.Reporting Structure- Reports to: Deputy General Manager – Finance- Works closely with: CFO, Project teams, MIS lead, IT, Operations, Commercial, and Corporate Strategy.