Senior Financial Planning Analyst ESDS Software Solution Limited

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Job Description

The Senior FP&A Manager plays a critical role in driving financial strategy, forecasting, and planning activities for the organization. You will lead the FP&A team, provide strategic insights, and ensure financial goals are achieved. Your responsibilities include developing financial models, analyzing key business drivers, and delivering actionable recommendations to senior management. This role requires a deep understanding of financial & accounting principles, Indian GAAP & INDAS deep knowledge, strong analytical skills, and the ability to communicate complex financial information effectively. To achieve success in this role, you need to: - Develop and implement robust financial planning and analysis processes. - Provide accurate and timely financial forecasts and reports to support strategic decision-making. - Identify and analyze key business drivers and their impact on financial performance. - Lead and mentor the FP&A team to achieve high performance and professional growth. - Ensure timely closure of books and proper support with analytical reports. - Ensure timely completion of internal audit, interim audits, statutory audit, tax audit, transfer pricing audit, and any special audits. - Ensure financial goals are met in alignment with the organization's strategic plan. - Ensure timely handling of tax assessments and other notices by tax consultants. Your responsibilities will include: 1. Financial Planning & Analysis: - Develop and maintain comprehensive financial models to support budgeting and forecasting. - Conduct detailed variance analysis to compare actual results against budgets and forecasts. - Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to senior management on time. 2. Strategic Financial Leadership: - Partner with senior leadership to develop financial strategies and business plans. - Provide insights and recommendations on financial performance, risks, and opportunities. - Support M&A activities, including financial & legal due diligence. 3. Team Leadership & Development: - Lead, mentor, and develop the FP&A & Accounts team. - Oversee the team's workflow, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to best practices. - Conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback to support team members" professional growth. 4. Business Performance Management: - Identify key business drivers and develop KPIs to measure performance. - Analyze financial data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities. - Collaborate with other departments to ensure alignment of financial goals and business objectives. 5. Process Improvement & Automation: - Continuously evaluate and improve FP&A & accounting processes. - Implement financial systems and tools to automate reporting and analysis. - Stay updated on industry best practices in financial planning and analysis. 6. Closing of Books accurately and on time: - Ensure accurate and timely closure of books following IndAS guidelines. Required Technical Skills: - Financial Modeling: Advanced proficiency in financial modeling and analysis. - Data Analysis: Strong analytical skills for effective data interpretation. - Financial Systems: Experience with financial planning software and ERP systems. - Excel Proficiency: Advanced Excel skills, including macros, pivot tables, and complex formulas. - Presentation Skills: Ability to create compelling presentations and visualizations. Behavioral Skills: - Leadership: Strong leadership qualities to inspire and motivate the team. - Strategic Thinking: Ability to think strategically and provide long-term vision. - Communication: Excellent communication skills to present complex financial information clearly. Educational Qualifications: - Degree: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field. - Advanced Degree/Certifications: MBA or relevant professional certification (e.g., CA, CFA, CMA) is preferred. Experience: - Work Experience: Minimum 8-10 years in Financial Planning and Analysis, with 3-5 years in a Managerial role. - Industry Experience: Experience in Cloud & Data Center Management industry or related field is highly desirable. - Leadership Experience: Proven track record of leading and developing high-performing teams.,