Lead - Business Finance - CA

Lead Business Finance

We are looking for a Lead Business Finance to partner with business leaders and drive financial planning, performance management, reporting, and strategic decision-making for a fast-growing global mid-size organization.

Please note: Strong preference will be given to candidates with experience in Consulting, Analytics, Professional Services, Research, or other knowledge-driven organizations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning.
• Develop financial models, dashboards, KPIs, and business insights.
• Partner with leadership on strategic initiatives, hiring plans, and growth decisions.
• Analyze business performance and provide actionable recommendations.
• Drive monthly financial reporting, variance analysis, and management reviews.
• Monitor profitability, utilization, cost drivers, and working capital.
• Strengthen financial controls, compliance, and governance processes.
• Support process improvement and financial system enhancements.

Desired Candidate Profile:

• MBA (Finance) / CA / equivalent qualification.
• 8 - 12 years of experience in Business Finance, FP&A, or Finance Business Partnering roles.
• Strong expertise in budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling, and business partnering.
• Experience working with Consulting, Analytics, Professional Services, Research, or similar knowledge-driven businesses is highly preferred.
• Advanced Excel and financial analysis skills.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication capabilities.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.