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Job Description SME FP&A

Process specific responsibilities

We are looking for a starting up a Financial planning & analysis. The FP&A Analyst/Manager plays a critical role in supporting the finance department by providing financial insights, forecasts, and strategic recommendations to assist with decision-making. The role requires a combination of analytical skills, financial modeling, business acumen, and the ability to communicate effectively with senior management. The FP&A professional will partner with various departments to support business growth and ensure financial stability.

1. Standard analyses and regular reporting tasks

2. Strategic partnering and decision support

3. Budgeting & Forecasting:

4. Lead the annual budgeting process, working closely with department heads to build and refine revenue and expense forecasts.
5. Prepare and update monthly/quarterly forecasts based on actual performance and market conditions.
6. Collaborate with various business units to ensure alignment with corporate strategy and financial objectives.
7. Financial Modeling & Analysis:
8. Develop financial models to support long-term financial planning and forecasting.
9. Conduct variance analysis to compare budget vs. actual performance, identifying key trends and explaining discrepancies.
10. Prepare financial reports for senior management, highlighting key metrics, insights, and potential risks or opportunities.
11. Strategic Support:
12. Provide financial insights to support strategic decisions, including new product launches, capital investments, and mergers & acquisitions.
13. Assist in scenario planning and sensitivity analysis to evaluate different business strategies.
14. Provide ad-hoc financial analysis and support to executive leadership as needed.
15. Cost Management:
16. Track operational costs and suggest ways to optimize spending and improve profitability.
17. Support initiatives aimed at reducing costs while maintaining business performance and growth.
18. Reporting & Presentations:
19. Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for management, investors, and other stakeholders.
20. Develop executive-level presentations that communicate financial performance, forecasts, and strategic recommendations.

Requirements

• Masters in Commerce / Bachelor in Commerce.
• 8 to 10 years of experience in FP&A
• Strong interpersonal & Presentation skills.
• Strong communication skills required in both written & oral communication in English.
• Proficiency in MS office skills particularly in excel, PowerPoint.
• Proficiency in ERP / applications – SAP, Oracle and applications like Blackline
• Innovative and analysis skills are required to deal with complex data, identify discrepancies and suggest for cost saving opportunities.
• Flexibility to work in various shifts & working hours