Job Description

Job Summary
We are seeking a highly experienced and analytical FP&A Manager to join our dynamic finance team. The ideal candidate will be a Chartered Accountant (CA) with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Investor Relations, Pricing (including IRR), and cross functional collaboration with Sales and Procurement. This strategic role is crucial in driving financial performance, enabling business decision-making, and enhancing stakeholder value through sharp financial insights and robust planning mechanisms.
ROLE & REPONSIBILITIES
Financial Planning & Analysis
Lead and manage the budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning process.
Conduct detailed variance analysis, trend analysis, and financial modeling to support business decisions.
Partner with business units to provide financial insights and strategic support.
Track the business performance closely and continue carrying out rigorous analysis to provide strategic inputs to drive future growth and outperform the annual targets
Investor Relations
Assist in preparing investor presentations, quarterly updates, board decks, and performance summaries.
Support management in responding to investor queries and ensure transparency and consistency in financial reporting.
Maintain and enhance investor communication tools and materials.
Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A)
Identify and assess potential acquisition targets that align with the company's strategic vision and growth plans.
Conduct thorough due diligence on potential targets, analyzing financial performance, market position, and potential synergies.
Collaborate with legal and financial advisors to structure and negotiate M&A deals that maximize value and mitigate risks.
Assist in the integration process post-acquisition to ensure a smooth transition and realization of synergies.
Pricing & IRR Analysis
Drive pricing strategy across products and services, with a strong focus on IRR, ROI, and cost benefit analysis.
Evaluate pricing proposals and structure commercial terms in collaboration with sales and procurement teams.
Analyze deal profitability and recommend financially viable pricing models.
Market and Competitive Analysis
Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify new opportunities and threats.
Stay up-to-date with industry trends and developments, providing insights to the executive team.
Business Partnering
Collaborate closely with Sales, Deployment and Procurement teams to understand business drivers and optimize margin and cost structures.
Provide financial leadership in deal structuring, vendor negotiations, and procurement strategies.
Strategic Reporting & Decision Support
Develop and maintain dashboards, KPI reports, and executive summaries to track performance and highlight risks/opportunities.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Finance, Legal, Operations, and Marketing, to execute strategic initiatives
Identify financial trends and recommend corrective actions to achieve organizational goals.
Contribute to the development and execution of corporate growth strategies.
Compliance & Risk Management
Ensure adherence to internal controls, accounting policies, and financial governance frameworks.
Partner with internal and external auditors to support audit processes and risk mitigation plans.
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
Chartered Accountant (CA) - Mandatory
Minimum 10 years of experience in FP&A, preferably in mid to large-size organizations or consulting firms.
Proven experience in Investor Relations, Pricing strategy, and Financial Modeling.
Strong commercial acumen with a demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
Hands-on experience with financial planning tools (e.g., Hyperion, SAP BPC, Anaplan, etc.) and
advanced Excel skills.
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

Skills Required