FP&A Lead, Bengaluru,India

About Diversified:

Diversified is a global leader in audio visual and media innovation, recognized for designing and building the world's most experiential environments. Our award-winning team specializes in delivering solutions for the most complex, large-scale and immersive installations. Serving a global clientele that includes major media organizations and retailers, sports and live performance venues, corporate enterprises, and government agencies, Diversified partners with clients to create spaces that bring people together and keep them coming back.

What to Expect:

At Diversified, we're on a mission to create a world without boundaries, where technology enables all people to connect and experience the moments that matter, wherever they choose to be.  With clients spanning the globe and an exciting pipeline of projects across industries, Diversified offers more than just a job. We offer a career path with the flexibility to grow personally and professionally, wherever your ambitions take you.

As a Diversified associate, you'll dive headfirst into big, complex, and rewarding projects that push the boundaries of what's possible. Plus, you'll enjoy a flexible work environment, competitive compensation and benefits, and a culture that celebrates diversity and inclusion.

IF YOU CAN DREAM IT, YOU CAN DO IT AT DIVERSIFIED.

JOB SUMMARY:

The FP&A Team Lead plays a key role in bridging the gap between Analysts and Managers within the Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) team. While this role does not include direct people management responsibilities, the Team Lead provides oversight, mentorship, and guidance to Analysts, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and quality across deliverables. The Team Lead also acts as an escalation point for complex issues, supports process improvements, and partners with senior leadership on advanced analysis.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Planning & Forecasting

• Oversee the preparation of departmental and business unit forecasts, ensuring alignment and consistency across inputs.
• Review and validate forecast models created by Analysts to maintain accuracy and integrity.
• Provide insights and recommendations to senior managers during forecasting and budgeting cycles.

Reporting & Analysis

• Review management reporting packages prepared by Analysts, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and clarity.
• Provide advanced analysis, variance explanations, and scenario modeling as needed.
• Escalate key financial findings or risks to Sr Managers and Directors.

Leadership & Mentorship

• Serve as a mentor and coach to Analysts, guiding their professional development.
• Act as an escalation point for complex analysis, reporting, and data issues.
• Support Analysts in prioritizing tasks and balancing workloads.
• Lead by example in demonstrating analytical rigor, attention to detail, and business acumen.

Business Partnership

• Support Sr Managers and Directors in financial reviews with department leaders.
• Ensure that Analysts' work aligns with broader business objectives.
• Build credibility as a trusted financial advisor across business functions.

Process Improvement

• Lead analyst-level process improvements, focusing on standardization, automation, and efficiency.
• Recommend best practices to management to strengthen FP&A processes.
• Train Analysts on FP&A tools, systems, and reporting standards

KNOWLEDGE / SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• Strong experience in financial modeling, forecasting, and reporting.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and FP&A systems (e.g., Adaptive Insights, Anaplan, Hyperion, SAP).
• Experience with BI and visualization tools (Power BI, SQL, Tableau, or similar).
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; proven ability to influence without direct authority.

EDUCATION / WORK EXPERIENCE

Education/ Certification/ License Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; advanced degree or certification (CFA, CPA, MBA) preferred.

Working Experience

6–8+ years of progressive FP&A or finance experience, including experience as a Sr Analyst.

What We Offer:

Along with competitive compensation, you will be eligible for the following benefits:

• Multiple medical plan for self and family
• Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, and Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Commuter & Shift Benefits (US / APAC shifts)

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Diversified is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. All aspects of employment will be based on job requirements, individual qualifications, merit, performance, and business need.

We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

We believe in fair and equitable hiring practices and strive to create an environment where all individuals feel valued and empowered.