Associate Manager - Business Finance
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- Prepare and manage annual budgets, rolling forecasts, and latest estimates (LE) in alignment with business plans
- Perform variance analysis (Budget vs Actuals, Forecast vs Actuals) and provide actionable insights on key deviations
- Develop and deliver monthly MIS, flash reports, and management decks to support performance monitoring
- Conduct financial analysis including revenue, cost, EBITDA, and cash flow performance tracking
- Support business decision-making through scenario analysis, financial modelling, and business case evaluations
- Partner with BU stakeholders to understand drivers, validate assumptions, and improve planning accuracy
- Identify and drive cost optimization and margin improvement initiatives across functions
- Ensure data accuracy, reporting standardization, and compliance with financial governance frameworks
- Support digital transformation initiatives including automation, dashboarding, and advanced analytics tools (e.g., SAC/Power BI)
- Contribute to performance reporting, board presentations, and strategic reviews for senior management
- Chartered Accountant (CA) / CMA / MBA (Finance) or equivalent professional qualification from a reputed institute
- 5–8 years of relevant experience in FP&A, financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, or business finance roles
- Strong exposure to MIS reporting, variance analysis, financial modelling, and performance analytics
- Hands-on experience with ERP systems (SAP/BPC) and advanced Excel; exposure to BI tools (Power BI/SAC) preferred
- Good understanding of accounting standards, corporate finance principles, and financial governance frameworks
- Proven ability to manage stakeholders, work with cross-functional teams, and deliver insights under tight timelines