Job Description

7 - 9 Years
1 Opening
Chennai, Kochi, Trivandrum


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Role description

Role Proficiency:



Experienced member of the Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) team with high levels of independence in planning and carrying out work within a framework; guiding team members. Provide administrative and functional support for the Financial Planning and Analysis team. Lead the team in managing and handling the entire or specific Finance functions across the organization.



Outcomes:



This role will supervise Associate Financial Analysts

Manage the financials of the vertical/BU to enable the vertical/BU management to run the business and exceed financial goals

Acquire exhibit and enhance working knowledge of the business and functional aspects of the processes being implemented

Apply creative thinking while building contracts with customers

Mentor team members on the standard operating procedures and be able to provide guidance

Recognize and maintain confidential information

Lead the team in managing and handling the entire or specific Finance function across the organization

Provide support to business unit leadership in decision making in functional areas of Finance

Enable the organization to solve problems flow of information and make decisions at the lowest level of responsibility

Use knowledge of the business processes to analyse data and provide meaningful s for effective decision making

Be actively visible and accessible to team members in an operating setting

Lead financial planning functions across the organisation in support of goals and objectives

Financial Modelling for target and budget setting- Forecasting

Performs financial analysis for assigned programs with reporting

Monitor program adherence to approved budgets and provide revenue and margin analysis

Profitability analysis of ongoing programs

Analyses financial data and market trends

Assist the Accounting department with special projects as needed

Identify risks or opportunities for revenues cost and profitability and propose appropriate actions


Measures of Outcomes:



Accuracy and speed of executing projects

Quality of analysis

Meet time lines for completion of projects / plans

Compliance to process and policies

Contracts negotiation

Quality of decisions and contracts


Outputs Expected:



Financial planning:



Manage a specific business unit's financial/strategic targets and make proactive decisions to meet/exceed the targets

Review and approve purchase requisitions
expense reports and P/L statements of the business unit. Review and approve financials of the business unit in terms of sales productivity

non-billability

; implement corrective action


Build analytical models to perform financial analysis

Apply creative thinking while building contracts with customers

Provide effective financial controls for the BUs and ensure compliance with corporate processes and procedures



Business and client Support:



Mentor team members on the standard operating procedures and provide guidance

Use knowledge of the business processes to analyse data and provide meaningful s for effective decision making

Recognize and maintain confidential information

Perform other duties as assigned or requested

Lead the team in managing and handling the entire or specific Finance function across the organization

Provides support to business unit leadership in decision making in functional areas of Finance

Basic skills in thought leadership and domain knowledge in one or more areas of Finance specialization

Control and monitor all departmental costs on a regular basis to ensure performance against budget

Oversees internal
external and regulatory audit processes


Partner with internal finance leaders to develop a series of policies and procedures to drive efficiency for the organization

Develop Key Performance Indicators and create management reports to ensure financial objectives are met


Skill Examples:



Basic skills in thought leadership and domain knowledge in one or more areas of finance specialization

Strong process driven individual who can provide specific input for changes that can influence for good and provide a positive impact to the business/operations

Counselling skills

Multi-tasking skills

High level of initiative and resourcefulness - results oriented self-motivated

Basic negotiation and influencing skills

Manage change and be open to it

Good time management

Ability to work under stress

Timeliness of all internal and external reporting

Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously

Possess the intellectual curiosity to be a problem solver

Effective presentation skills

Ability to adapt to different environments and situations as the need arises

Problem solving and decision-making skills


Knowledge Examples:


Certification in Accounting or Finance
+ Good understanding of accounting costing

+ Experience with spreadsheets and database software

+ Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Excel Word and PowerPoint)

Additional Comments:

Qualification: MBA in Finance / CMA /ACCA/CA Core Responsibilities o Prepare specific Business Unit's (BU) profit and loss report o Take ownership of hygiene of financials of the vertical through detailed review o Build analytical models to perform financial/performance analysis o Support vertical finance head/BFM in taking key decisions and initiatives geared towards achieving goals of the vertical o Provide timely insights and s to business leadership and become a true enabler for them in making right decision o Report major KPIs to the management team on a timely basis which helps to evaluate the performance of BUs o Work closely with management team on various corporate initiatives What's Expected o A team player who works closely with the team to meet team objectives o An Individual contributor to the team working under supervision o Curious to learn and open to new ideas o Capable of Implementing various corporate initiatives within the BU as per guidelines o Take initiatives to improve any internal process as required o Resolve and address queries on a day to day basis o Work closely with all internal stakeholders to resolve any queries in a timely manner o Responsible for one or more components of the large execution plan or project o Provides required support to any assignments as required (e.g. implementing a new process) o Perform other duties as assigned or requested o May have to relocate as required by the job Performance Measures o Accuracy and correctness o Completion of projects/assignments within the timelines o Turnaround time and quality of Query handling o Identification and contribution any process improvements Experience: 7+ Years of experience in the relevant field Skill Set Requirements o Knowledge of Finance & Accounting concepts o Ability to articulate and communicate effectively o Stakeholder management o Detail oriented and ability to learn quickly the organization policies and processes o Proficient in Microsoft Office applications o Ease of working with numbers and accuracy o Ability to multi-task and work under strict deadlines o Data Management o Sound analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability think creatively and summarize the issues o Ability to maintain confidentiality of proprietary information o Data based decision making skills o Orientation towards achievement of team and organizational goals
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Skills

Cma,acca,Finance,Accounting



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