Manager - Financial Planning & Analysis - Banking & Finance

Role Overview:

We are seeking a seasoned finance professional to join our leadership team in Gurugram as a key driver of our financial strategy. In this capacity, you will serve as the primary financial architect, translating complex data into actionable business insights that guide executive decision-making. You will work closely with cross-functional department heads and senior leadership to align operational activities with long-term fiscal goals. By spearheading the budgeting and forecasting cycles, you will play a pivotal role in optimizing capital allocation, identifying growth levers, and ensuring the organization maintains a competitive edge in a dynamic market environment.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes to ensure organizational financial targets are met and resources are allocated efficiently across business units.

- Conduct deep-dive variance analysis to identify trends, explain performance gaps, and provide actionable recommendations to leadership for course correction.

- Act as a strategic business partner to department heads, providing financial guidance that improves operational efficiency and supports high-impact business initiatives.

- Develop robust financial models to evaluate new business opportunities, investment proposals, and long-term strategic projects to ensure sustainable profitability.

- Drive the monthly and quarterly management reporting process, distilling complex financial narratives into clear presentations for the executive board.

- Oversee the integrity of financial data and reporting systems to ensure accuracy, compliance, and transparency in all business finance activities.

Required Skillset:

- Demonstrated expertise in financial planning and analysis, with a proven track record of managing complex P&L responsibilities for large-scale business operations.

- Exceptional ability to translate financial data into strategic narratives, effectively influencing senior stakeholders and driving consensus across diverse teams.

- Advanced proficiency in financial modeling and analytical tools, with a keen eye for identifying operational inefficiencies and revenue growth opportunities.

- Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative mindset, capable of building lasting partnerships with non-finance stakeholders to foster a culture of financial accountability.

- A postgraduate degree in Finance or an MBA from a premier institute, complemented by 9 - 15 years of progressive experience in high-growth corporate environments.