Senior Manager - Financial Planning/Forecasting & Budgeting - NGO

Role and Responsibilities

1. Financial Planning, Budgeting, and Forecasting:

• Lead the entire annual budgeting process from conception to final approval, collaborating closely with all department heads to create realistic and ambitious financial plans.
• Develop, maintain, and improve complex financial models to forecast the organization's Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow statements.
• Conduct quarterly and monthly rolling forecasts to provide an accurate, up-to-date view of financial performance against targets.
• Perform detailed variance analysis (Budget vs. Actuals), providing insightful commentary on performance deviations and recommending corrective actions to leadership.

2. Strategic Financial Guidance & Business Partnership:

• Analyze key financial and operational data to identify emerging trends, financial risks, and strategic opportunities for the organization.
• Act as a dedicated financial business partner to department heads, helping them develop, manage, and monitor their budgets effectively.
• Develop financial models and business cases for new projects, investments, or strategic initiatives to assess their financial viability and potential ROI.
• Prepare and present clear, insightful financial reports, dashboards, and presentations for the senior leadership team and the Board of Directors.

3. Process Improvement and Controls:

• Continuously review and enhance budgeting and forecasting processes, tools, and methodologies to improve accuracy, efficiency, and timeliness.
• Lead the implementation and management of financial planning software and tools to automate and streamline processes.
• Ensure strong alignment between the organization's long-term strategic plan, the annual budget, and operational financial plans.

Academic Qualifications Essential

• A Masters Degree in Finance from a recognized university is required and a strong foundational degree or background in Accounting is essential.

Preferred:

• A Chartered Accountant (CA) or CA finalist qualification is highly preferred and will be a significant advantage.

Professional Experience

• A minimum of 10-12 years of progressive experience in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), corporate finance, strategic finance, or a similar role. Must have at least 3 years of direct experience in a team management capacity.
• Demonstrable, hands-on experience in leading the end-to-end budgeting and forecasting cycle for a mid-to-large-sized organization.

What You'll Gain

• A unique platform to lead change at scale, with the ability to directly influence infrastructure and policy in India and beyond.
• The chance to work with India's only organization that combines system reform with on-ground action for road safety.
• Cross-sector exposure across engineering, governance, public health, and civic engagement.
• An entrepreneurial environment that values innovation, courage, and execution excellence.
• An opportunity to be part of a globally recognized movement saving thousands of lives each year.

Technical Skills:

• Expert-level proficiency in financial modeling, valuation techniques, and scenario analysis.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel.
• Hands-on experience with financial planning softwares.
• A strong and practical understanding of accounting principles (Ind AS/IFRS).

Analytical & Strategic Mindset:

• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with an unwavering attention to detail.
• Proven ability to translate complex financial data and operational drivers into actionable strategic insights.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to understand the bigger picture beyond the numbers.

Communication & Interpersonal Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly and concisely to non-financial stakeholders.
• Proven ability to build relationships, partner with, and influence senior leaders and department heads.

Leadership & Personal Attributes:

• A high degree of integrity, professional ethics, and accountability.
• Proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to manage tight deadlines and work effectively under pressure. Strong project management and leadership capabilities.