Manager/Senior Manager - Financial Planning & Analysis - Consumer Durables/eCommerce - CA

Indkal Technologies was founded in 2020 to identify high-growth and scalable market segments and capture market share through a mix of trademark licensing of global brands and self-owned brands for India in the segment of consumer electronics and appliances (Televisions and Home Audio Business, White Goods, Small Home Appliances). Indkal is an ACC (Google Android Compliant Company) and has some of the best technology partnerships for the manufacturing of products.

Indkal's USP is a finely tuned supply chain and a proficient team which is adept at running traditional and modern distribution channels (Online and Large Format Retailing), both from strategy and operations standpoints bringing us at par with the industry leaders through strategic supply chain partnerships, large brands and carefully optimized corporate management.

Website : https://acertvindia.com/

Industry : Consumer Electronics

Job Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented Manager - FP&A to drive financial planning, forecasting, and analysis for our organization. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, experience in financial modeling, and a background in consumer goods or e-commerce. This role will be instrumental in supporting decision-making through insightful analysis and financial planning, working closely with cross-functional teams to achieve business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Planning and Budgeting:

- Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting process, coordinating inputs from various departments.

- Prepare accurate and detailed financial plans, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.

- Regularly update forecasts to reflect business changes and external economic conditions.

Financial Modeling and Analysis:

- Develop and maintain financial models for various business scenarios and initiatives.

- Conduct detailed variance analysis, comparing actual performance with budgets and forecasts.

- Generate insights into business drivers and financial levers to support strategic decisions.

Reporting and Presentation of Financial Data:

- Prepare and present monthly and quarterly management reports with a focus on key metrics and variances.

- Design dashboards and KPIs to provide actionable insights for executive leadership.

- Summarize complex data into easily understandable reports for decision-making.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

- Work closely with sales, operations, and other departments to analyze profitability and cost optimization opportunities.

- Act as a financial advisor to functional heads, providing insights for process improvements.

- Support ad-hoc financial analysis for various teams to facilitate their strategic initiatives.

Process Improvement and Automation:

- Identify areas to enhance efficiency in FP&A processes, recommending and implementing automation tools.

- Establish and document standard operating procedures for FP&A activities to ensure consistency and accuracy.

Preferred Candidate Profile:

Education: Chartered Accountant (CA) required

Experience: 4-6 years in financial planning, analysis, or a related finance role, preferably within the consumer durables or e-commerce industry. Proficiency in financial modeling and advanced Microsoft Excel skills are essential. Familiarity with financial reporting, forecasting, and compliance standards is highly preferred.