Lead FP&A

Role Overview

We are looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented FP&A professional to join our finance team. This role requires deep expertise in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and strategic business support. The ideal candidate should possess strong analytical skills, business acumen, and the ability to drive process improvements and decision-making through insightful financial analysis.

Key Responsibilities

A) Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

• Lead and support annual budgeting, rolling forecasts, and scenario/simulation planning
• Develop and deliver monthly, quarterly, and annual management reports, including variance analysis with meaningful commentary
• Conduct deep-dive analysis on cost centers, P&L, revenue, and expense drivers
• Prepare presentations and ad-hoc financial analysis for leadership teams and senior stakeholders
• Perform capital expenditure forecasting and monitor budget utilization
• Collaborate with business teams on cost-benefit analyses and process efficiency initiatives
• Handle ad-hoc queries, financial data reconciliation, and custom reporting requirements
• Ensure high-quality, timely financial support for all internal stakeholders

B) Competencies & Capabilities

• Ability to connect the big picture and manage complexity across multiple deliverables
• Focused on internal client needs with the ability to influence at senior levels
• Effective in ambiguous and fast-changing environments; demonstrates resilience
• Adapts communication and working style to different stakeholders and challenges
• Drives collaboration, fosters teamwork, and optimizes team performance

C) Continuous Improvement

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the FP&A function
• Identify and implement automation opportunities to enhance efficiency
• Monitor and deliver on agreed service level metrics
• Develop dashboards, and standardized monthly reporting packs for functional teams

D) Desirable Skills

• Highly numbers-savvy with a strong eye for detail
• Self-starter, proactive, and highly motivated to deliver quality outputs
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; VBA is a plus
• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills; client-first mindset with a commitment to high-quality deliverables
• Flexible to adapt, learn quickly, and work independently under pressure
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment including extended hours if needed

E) Qualifications & Experience

• MBA (Finance), B.Com, BBA (Finance), or CA Inter
• 4–5 years of post-qualification experience in FP&A, preferably in the IT/ITES or Services sector
• Strong understanding of Finance & Accounting processes
• Exposure to analytics and reporting tools such as Hyperion, Tableau, or similar platforms is desirable

F) What's Required to Succeed in This Role

• Strong business acumen and technical finance knowledge
• Ability to prioritize effectively and focus on areas with the highest value impact
• High learning agility, strong analytical thinking, and a diagnostic mindset
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office with advanced Excel capabilities
• Demonstrated ability in financial modeling, data analysis, and stakeholder communication