Assistant Financial Manager

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and ambitious Assistant Manager to join our Financial Planning and Analysis (FPA) team. This role is pivotal in enhancing the financial health and profitability of our business through strategic planning, execution, and the establishment of robust financial controls. You will be instrumental in leading the financial planning process, liaising with business unit leaders to develop annual operating plans, and implementing management tools to monitor performance. The role involves detailed financial analysis, including variance analysis and recommendations for corrective actions, as well as cross-functional collaboration with finance, accounting, technology, HR, and other teams to achieve financial objectives.

Qualifications

• Qualified CA or MBA from a reputed institution with at least 4 years of experience at a recognized multi-national organization in a finance role
• Lead the financial planning and control process, including the annual budget and monthly forecasts.
• Perform reviews with business unit leadership on financial performance, tracking risks and opportunities.
• Drive continuous improvement in financial reporting and spend tracking.
• Engage in monthly/quarterly reporting to support decision-making processes.
• Strong knowledge of financial applications relevant to FP&A, accounting principles, and operational finance.
• Exceptional analytical and financial modeling skills, with proficiency in business intelligence tools like Power BI, MicroStrategy or Tableau being advantageous.
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to learning and adapting to an agile business environment.