Deputy Manager - FP&A

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic and analytical FP&A - Deputy Manager to do financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, MIS reporting, and business performance analysis. The ideal candidate will partner closely with business leaders to drive financial insights, support strategic decision-making, enhance reporting frameworks, and ensure robust financial governance across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Lead annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and long-range financial planning activities.
• Develop financial models and business scenarios to support strategic initiatives and decision-making.
• Analyze financial performance, business drivers, and key trends to provide actionable recommendations.

MIS Reporting & Business Analytics

• Prepare, review, and present monthly MIS reports, dashboards, and management presentations.
• Ensure timely, accurate, and insightful reporting of financial and operational performance metrics.
• Drive standardization and continuous enhancement of reporting processes.

Variance Analysis

• Conduct detailed analysis of budget vs. actuals and forecast vs. actual performance.
• Provide analytical commentary, identify risks and opportunities, and recommend corrective actions.
• Support management reviews through data-driven insights and performance metrics.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to consolidate business plans and financial forecasts.
• Monitor performance against budgets and ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Support leadership in evaluating investment decisions and resource allocation.

Cash Flow Management

• Monitor cash flows, working capital, liquidity requirements, and financial commitments.
• Assist in optimizing cash utilization and strengthening financial discipline.
• Provide visibility into short-term and long-term cash flow projections.

Stakeholder Management

• Partner with Finance, Business, Projects, Procurement, Commercial, and Leadership teams.
• Present meaningful financial insights to senior stakeholders and leadership teams.
• Build strong working relationships across functions to support business growth.

Compliance & Governance

• Ensure adherence to Group SOPs, internal controls, Delegation of Authority (DOA), and financial governance frameworks.
• Support internal and external audits by providing necessary financial data and analysis.
• Maintain compliance with applicable accounting standards and organizational policies.

Process Automation & Continuous Improvement

• Drive automation initiatives and digital transformation within FP&A and MIS processes.
• Leverage ERP systems, Power BI, Excel, and analytics tools to improve efficiency and reporting quality.
• Identify opportunities for cost optimization and process improvement.

Desired Candidate Profile

Qualification

• Chartered Accountant (CA) or CMA (Certified Management Accountant).

Experience

• 2-8 years of experience in Financial Planning & Analysis, Corporate Finance, Business Finance, MIS Reporting, Budgeting, and Forecasting.
• Preference for candidates with experience in large corporates, infrastructure, real estate, manufacturing, EPC, energy, or diversified business environments.

Technical Skills

• Strong expertise in Financial Modeling, Budgeting, Forecasting, and Variance Analysis.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, ERP systems (SAP/Oracle), and Power BI.
• Strong analytical, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.

Key Competencies

• Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
• Business Finance
• MIS & Management Reporting
• Budgeting & Forecasting
• Variance Analysis
• Financial Modeling
• Cash Flow Management
• Power BI & Data Analytics
• Business Partnering
• Strategic Thinking
• Process Automation
• Leadership & Team Management

Location: Ahmedabad, Gujarat

Experience: 2-8 Years

Qualification: CA / CMA