Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Manager based in India to join our team. This role requires expertise in understanding financial statements, strong analytical skills, prior experience in working on NetSuite Planning and Budgeting, and a collaborative mindset. The ideal candidate will take ownership of the financial planning and reporting processes, drive insightful analytics and to work effectively with department leaders.
Key Responsibilities:
- Financial Planning and Budgeting:
- Lead the preparation, management, and monitoring of annual budgets and quarterly reforecasts, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Have a strong working knowledge of NetSuite Planning and Budgeting to be able to create and manage financial models and reports independently.
- Provide scenario analysis to support decision-making and strategic planning efforts.
- Reporting and Analytics:
- Develop and monitor key financial metrics and provide variance analysis to help course correct. Improve upon financial reporting analytics to drive data-driven decision-making.
- Support and build customized dashboards in PowerBI and NetSuite Planning and Budgeting to provide actionable insights.
- Deliver timely and accurate financial reports with analysis of key trends and drivers.
- Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement:
- Partner with the finance team for month end activities and to provide other information as may be required
- Work closely with leaders across departments (e.g., Sales, Marketing, Operations, HR) to build their annual plans and reforecasts. Support them in understanding financial implications and opportunities.
- Systems and Process Improvement:
- Leverage NetSuite ERP and Planning tools to optimize reporting and improve integration and automation of financial workflows.
- Continuously evaluate existing processes and recommend improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy.
- Independent Execution:
- Will take ownership of end-to-end FP&A processes, working autonomously to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality work.
- Manage competing priorities effectively and deliver results in a deadline-based environment.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Proficiency in NetSuite Planning and Budgeting and reporting tools such as PowerBI.
- Advanced knowledge of financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting techniques.
- Strong analytical skills with a focus on data accuracy and actionable insights.
- Highly collaborative and able to build relationships with leaders and stakeholders across functions.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of translating complex data into clear narratives.
- Strong initiative and a self-starter attitude, with the ability to work independently and drive improvements.
Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or a related field (MBA preferred).
- 8+ years of experience in FP&A roles with hands-on exposure to financial planning tools and systems.
- Previous experience in working with global teams is a plus.
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