Assistant Manager, FP&A

Job Description:

The Assistant Manager, FP&A position will be based in Hyderabad, India. In this position, you will report to the Senior R&D FP&A Manager. Watch “Culture is our Passion” to learn more about us.

We are looking for someone who demonstrates:

• Passionate drive to innovate and create
• Integrity to the core
• Enthusiastic customer focus
• Consistent interactive teamwork
• Desire for continuous improvement and top performance.

Here is a glimpse of what you will do:

• Support the annual business planning process and ensure adherence to the established timeline and approach for preparation of annual plan and periodic financial forecasting for assigned locations/business lines.
• Manage monthly accrual process and forecast update.
• Generate weekly budget tracking dashboard.
• Enhance the month end close and forecasting procedures through strong collaboration with R&D, Operations, and accounting departments
• Deliver comprehensive variance analysis for all iterations of forecasts in comparison to the respective annual plan, prior forecasts, and actual results.
• Generate insightful reports on variances in financial results and key operational metrics, working in coordination with the accounting team and relevant functional departments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate and optimize expenses, identify opportunities for cost reduction, and contribute to the formulation of cost-saving strategies.
• Develop analysis templates and financial tracking models to instil accountability across product development and Capital Expenditure (Capex) projects.

Here is some of what you will need (required):

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; a Master’s degree in Commerce or Professional Qualification (CPA, CFA, ACCA) is a plus.
• (8-10) years of professional experience in Finance and Accounting is a prerequisite with at least 5 years in Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A).
• Proficiency in advanced financial modelling and data mining using tools like Excel or SQL.
• Strong command of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
• Expertise in utilizing systems such as NetSuite or other ERPs, Hyperion, and Anaplan.
• A collaborative team player who excels in cross-functional environments.
• A deep understanding of capital expenditures and fixed assets.
• Flexible to work in US time zone.

Here are a few of our preferred experiences

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, enabling effective interaction with various functional leaders across the organization
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers and customers.

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