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Assistant General Manager - Financial Planning & ControlDescriptionFinancial Planning: Budgeting and ForecastingAnnual Operating Plan (AOP): Lead the end-to-end preparation of the companys annual budget, working closely with all department heads.Rolling Forecasts: Develop and maintain dynamic forecasting models to project monthly, quarterly, and annual financial performance.Financial Modeling: Build complex financial models to evaluate new business initiatives, product launches, capital expenditures (CapEx), and potential M&A activities.Financial Control and Risk ManagementInternal Controls: Design, implement, and monitor robust internal financial controls to safeguard company assets and prevent revenue leakage.Cost Management: Drive cost optimization initiatives across the organization. Identify inefficiencies and recommend corrective actions.Audit Compliance: Coordinate with internal and external auditors to ensure compliance with statutory requirements, accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, GAAP), and corporate policies.Reporting and Variance AnalysisManagement Information Systems (MIS): Oversee the timely preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual MIS reports for the executive team and Board of Directors.Variance Analysis: Track actual performance against budgets and forecasts. Provide deep-dive analysis on material variances and recommend strategic pivots.KPI Tracking: Define and track key financial and operational metrics (e.g., EBITDA margins, Working Capital cycles, ROI).Strategic Business Partnering & LeadershipCross-Functional Advisory: Act as a financial advisor to business unit heads, helping them understand the financial implications of their operational decisions.Board Presentations: Prepare high-quality financial decks and narratives for board meetings and investor updates.Team Leadership: Mentor, manage, and develop a high-performing team of finance managers, analysts, and accountants.Qualifications and Requirements EducationMasters degree in business administration (MBA) in Finance from a reputed institution, ORProfessional accounting qualification such as CA (Chartered Accountant), CPA (Certified Public Accountant), or CMA (Certified Management Accountant).Experience8 to 12+ years of progressive experience in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) and Financial Control, with at least 3-4 years in a managerialProven track record of managing complex budgets and driving cost-saving initiatives. .
