Job Description: Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

Role Overview

We are looking for experienced Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) professionals to support strategic financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and business performance management. The ideal candidate will have strong financial expertise, experience in P&L ownership, and the ability to partner with business stakeholders to drive financial performance and support strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to support business objectives.

• Take ownership of Profit and Loss (P&L) reporting and performance management.

• Develop and maintain cash flow forecasts and support working capital management.

• Implement and manage zero-based budgeting processes to improve cost efficiency.

• Analyze financial performance, identify variances, and provide actionable insights to senior management.

• Partner with cross-functional teams to align financial plans with business strategies.

• Support financial controlling activities and ensure accurate financial reporting.

• Monitor key financial metrics and provide recommendations to improve profitability and operational efficiency.

• Prepare financial reports, management presentations, and performance analysis for stakeholders.

• Collaborate with business leaders to support strategic planning and informed financial decision-making.

Required Skills and Expertise

• Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

• P&L Ownership and Management

• Budgeting and Forecasting

• Variance Analysis

• Business Partnering

• Working Capital Management

• Cash Flow Forecasting

• Zero-Based Budgeting

• Financial Controlling

• Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Financial Reporting and Performance Analysis

Educational Qualifications

Candidates must possess one of the following qualifications from a premier institute:

• Chartered Accountant (CA)

• Cost and Management Accountant (CMA)

• Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

• MBA in Finance

Experience Requirements

• 10–15 years of relevant professional experience.

• Strong experience in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance management.

• Demonstrated expertise in P&L ownership, business partnering, and financial analysis.

• Experience in the FMCG or tobacco industry, or with leading professional services firms, is preferred.

Target Companies and Industries

Preferred Companies:

• KPMG

• PwC

• Deloitte

• EY

Preferred Industries:

• FMCG

• Tobacco

Work Location and Facilities

• Base Location: Gurgaon

• Work Arrangement: Work From Office (WFO)

• Relocation: Candidates must be willing to relocate to Gurgaon.

• Shift Timing: US shifts; exact timings to be confirmed.

• Cab Facility: Two-way cab facility within the designated hiring zone.

Notice Period

Candidates with a notice period of 30–45 days are preferred.

Documentation and Interview Process

• Documentation: As per standard company policy.

• Interview Rounds: As per standard company policy.

• Recruitment Drive: October drive plans are yet to be confirmed.

Important Candidate Considerations

• Strong financial planning and analytical capabilities are essential.

• Candidates should have experience in budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial controlling.

• Strong stakeholder management and business partnering skills are required.

• Candidates with relevant experience in the preferred companies and industries will be prioritized.

• Sales and Marketing profiles are excluded from this requirement.