Senior Executive Financial Planning & Analyst

Job Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and analytical Senior Executive Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to join our finance team. In this role, he/she will be responsible for supporting the budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting and strategic analysis processes that drive key business decisions. Additionally, Senior Executive FP&A will play key role in managing the annual increments and bonus exercises, ensuring alignment with financial plans and company goals.

The ideal candidate possesses excellent operational capabilities, quick on execution and detail oriented. This person is a self-starter, flexible, has a high level of integrity and is action and goal-oriented in a fast-paced, team-oriented, collaborative environment. The ideal candidate should fit with the values of our organization, namely, boldly optimistic, relentlessly curious, deeply empathetic and being an ally to our employees.

Financial Planning and Reporting

• Lead and support the annual budgeting process, collaborating with business units to gather input, validate assumptions and finalize budgets aligned with company objectives.
• Drive annual increments and bonus planning exercises, coordinating with business leaders to ensure a timely and accurate financials impact.
• Manage the preparation and review of unbilled revenue on monthly basis, coordinating with delivery, billing and accounting teams to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Support the preparation of monthly financial and business MIS reports, ensuring timely and accurate reporting of key financial and operations metrics.
• Perform detailed variance analysis (actuals vs budget/forecast), identify key drivers, and provide insights to management.
• Develop and deliver regular management reports and dashboards, highlighting financial performance, trends and key business metrics.

Strategic Planning and Business Partnering

• Drive monthly, quarterly, and annual forecast for revenue, cost and profitability, incorporating business changes and trends.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to support financial decision making.
• Support strategic initiatives such as merger & acquisition or new market entries.
• Assist in scenario planning and risk management.

Process Improvement and Automation

• Drive continuous improvement in financial planning processes, tools, and systems.
• Implement automation and data analytics solutions to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Standardize reporting templates and processes to ensure consistency.

Compliance and Governance

• Ensure adherence to corporate financial policies and internal controls.
• Support internal/external audits and financials reviews as required.
• Maintain data integrity and confidentiality

Skills

1. Deep analytical thinking and the ability to draw insights from large data sets.

2. Ability to link financial data to business strategy.

3. Understanding of business drivers and industry trends.

4. Ability to influence business decisions through financial insights.

5. Clear and concise written and verbal communication.

6. Ability to present complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders and executives.

7. Strong problem-solving skills to manage and influence stakeholders at all levels.

8. Accuracy and precision in financial modeling, reporting and analysis.

9. Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.