Associate Director - Pune, India - iimjobs

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    iimjobs Pune, India

    3 weeks ago

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    Full time
    Description
    Associate Director - Financial Planning & Analysis


    Responsibilities:

    • Lead the financial planning and analysis function, including budgeting, forecasting, and longrange planning processes.
    • Develop and maintain financial models to support decisionmaking, scenario analysis, and strategic planning.
    • Provide insightful analysis of financial performance, key performance indicators (KPIs), and trends, identifying risks and opportunities to drive business growth and profitability.
    • Partner with senior management and department heads to develop and monitor annual budgets and forecasts, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and financial targets.
    • Prepare and present comprehensive financial reports and presentations to senior 6. leadership, providing meaningful insights and recommendations.
    • Drive process improvements and efficiencies within the FP&A function, leveraging technology and best practices to streamline workflows and enhance reporting capabilities.
    • Collaborate with crossfunctional teams, including Accounting, Operations, and Sales, to support strategic initiatives, evaluate investment opportunities, and assess business performance.
    • Lead and develop a highperforming FP&A team, providing mentorship, coaching, and guidance to foster professional growth and ensure the team's success.
    • Stay abreast of industry trends, competitive dynamics, and macroeconomic factors impacting the business, incorporating relevant insights into financial analyses and forecasts.
    • Support adhoc projects and initiatives as needed, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability in a fastpaced environment.

    Qualifications:

    • Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
    • Minimum of [insert number] years of progressive experience in financial planning and analysis, with at least [insert number] years in a leadership role.
    • Strong proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting techniques, and analysis of complex data sets.
    • Proven track record of partnering with senior leadership to drive strategic decisionmaking and business performance.
    • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex financial concepts to nonfinance stakeholders.
    • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial planning software; experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) preferred.
    • Demonstrated leadership and management capabilities, with the ability to inspire and motivate a team to achieve results.
    • Strategic thinker with a proactive and analytical mindset, able to anticipate business needs and provide strategic insights and recommendations.
    • Detailoriented with a strong commitment to accuracy and precision in financial analysis and reporting.
    • Ability to thrive in a fastpaced, dynamic environment and manage competing priorities effectively.