Job Description

Main Purpose:
Manage headcount and staff cost related budgeting and forecasting process along with various review on P&L trend, overall, location and department level actual vs budget cost trend. Stakeholder coordination and management on various department related input/feedback.



Working on initiatives related to process improvement, automation, efficiency improvement and system change
Knowledge Skills and Abilities, Key Responsibilities:
Knowledge, Skills and abilitiesEducation: Master's Degree in Finance OR relevant Certification Experience: 5- 6+ years of experience in FP&A or Records to Report proce Experience working with Oracle ERP would be an advantage Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis, preferably with a focus on headcount and staff cost reporting and analysis Analyse historical data and current trends to make informed projections for future staffing needs and associated costs Experience working with large data sets and expert in excel and macros and dashboard reporting Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and draw meaningful conclusions Experience in process improvements, automation projects and system migration Experience in stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration. Detail-oriented and highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely. Stakeholders coordination and relation maintaining across various global department and region

Key Responsibilities:
Headcount Planning & AnalysisLead the annual budgeting, monthly/quarterly forecasting/planning, and variance analysis processes. Provide detailed headcount insights and analysis to support business decisions. Partner with department head / operational teams and HR partners to understand business drivers and improve forecast accuracy. Drive continuous improvement in headcount planning processes and tools

ReportingDeliver timely and accurate financial reports, dashboards, and KPIs to senior leadership. Analyze variances between actuals, forecasts, and budgets; provide actionable recommendations. Support monthly and quarterly business reviews with detailed financial commentary. Ensure alignment of headcount reporting with global standards and compliance requirements.

Process ExcellenceLead transformation initiatives to enhance FP&A capabilities, including automation and analytics. Standardize and streamline reporting processes across business and functions. Implement best practices in forecasting and budgeting process for Headcount analysis process
Monthly headcount reporting across various division Weekly employee movement reporting to CEO and HR head for India location Monthly Headcount and staff cost Planning and Forecasting Actual vs Budget staff cost and headcount analysis and commentaries Reconciliations of payroll data, e.g. against bank payment and accrual accounts. Have a complete control on the balance sheet of the entities. To liaise with HR, local accountants etc to understand the balances where ever required. Working closely for audit deliverables with the Internal controls team and group audits. Working knowledge of Oracle ERP (preferable). Analyse payroll accounting data to identify errors, inconsistencies and over or under accruing against actual costs. Close partnership with local HR BP's for various headcount related movement and understanding Monthly staff cost trend analysis and reporting Leading process improvement projects/initiatives

Key Relationships and Department Overview:
Key RelationshipsColleagues in Group Cost Management (AP and AR) Local HR teams in the relevant payroll ledger countries Local HR BP's for employee related inputs/changes Department owners, CEO and CFO

Reporting Structure* Directly to the Payroll Accounting Manager in TGS Mumbai