Overview
Financial Planning & Forecasting:
– Develop and oversee the company’s annual budget and financial forecasts.
– Analyze variances between actuals, budgets, and forecasts, and provide actionable insights.
Strategic Financial Leadership:
– Partner with leadership to align financial strategies with business objectives.
– Evaluate financial implications of strategic initiatives and business opportunities.
Reporting & Analysis:
– Deliver comprehensive financial reports, including trend analysis, cost control, and profitability metrics.
– Present insights and recommendations to senior management for informed decision-making.
Process Improvement & Efficiency:
– Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes and enhance data accuracy.
– Implement best practices in financial analysis, modeling, and reporting.
Team Management:
– Lead and mentor the FP&A team, ensuring development and alignment with organizational goals.
– Foster a culture of high performance and accountability.
Compliance & Governance:
– Ensure adherence to statutory and regulatory requirements in financial reporting.
– Monitor and mitigate financial risks.
Stakeholder Management:
– Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including operations, sales, and HR, to support cross-functional projects.
– Engage with external auditors, consultants, and regulators as required.
Key Qualifications & Skills:
– Chartered Accountant (CA) with 14+ years of relevant experience in FP&A, preferably in a leadership role.
– Proficient in financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis.
– Strong understanding of accounting principles, taxation, and compliance requirements.
– Demonstrated ability to influence and lead cross-functional teams.
– Exceptional analytical, communication, and presentation skills.
– Advanced proficiency in financial software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
– Track record of driving process improvements and delivering business insights.