Head - Financial Planning & Analysis

Role Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and analytical FP&A Head with strong numerical skills to drive our organization's financial operations and improve financial performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Setting financial targets (short and long term) and variance analysis
• Implementing fund-raising strategies and engaging with investors
• Developing financial strategy, conducting feasibility studies, and monitoring expenditure
• Monitoring P&L and cash flow, evaluating investments, and driving special projects
• AOP Creation: Creating detailed AOP for 1 and 5 years for internal and investor stakeholders
• Monthly AOP Tracking: Track variance against approved AOP and report mitigation plans
• Variance Analysis: Work closely with teams for Revenue, Expenses, and Projections
• Cost Benchmarking: Working with various vendors for cost benchmarking
• Business Modelling: Prepare business models for existing and new business lines
• Business MIS: Ensure business MIS is prepared in detail and published as per timelines
• Investor MIS: Work closely with investors for regular and Adhoc MIS
• Functional MIS: Publish MIS for each function on a monthly basis highlighting Major KPI
• Creating Dashboards: Preparing Adhoc Dashboards and automation of MIS
• Investor relationship management and partnering with BU Business Heads
• Analyzing business performance and providing financial insights and advice
• Leading the cross-functional team to close fiscal month and quarters
• Driving cost optimization, Product Pricing, and costing

Skills and Experience:

• Master in Accounting or Finance preferred; MBA or CA a plus
• Minimum 10 to 14 years of relevant experience with finance or business analysis background
• Prior experience in a technology, software, or SaaS company is a plus
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Hands-on experience with financial software (e.g., Business Objects, Qlikview, SAP BPC)
• Proven experience as FP&A director or similar role
• Solid knowledge of financial analysis, forecasting, and investor reporting
• An analytical mind with a strategic ability and strong communication skills
• Ability to adapt to a complex, changing, and fast-paced environment
• Strong team player with leadership potential

Qualifications:

• Minimum Qualification: CA (First Attempts Preferred) or MBA Finance from a premier institute.