Financial Planning Manager

Position Summary

The Financial Planning Manager will be responsible for leading budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and strategic planning processes. This role will ensure effective financial decision-making through insightful analysis and scenario planning. The ideal candidate will bring prior experience in financial modeling, performance tracking, and cross-functional business partnering.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Budgeting:

• Lead the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting process.
• Coordinate with department heads to gather and validate assumptions.
• Consolidate and present budgets to senior management.
  
  

Financial Analysis

• Prepare variance analysis (actual vs. budget) with actionable insights.
• Analyze revenue, expenses, profitability, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Support business units in evaluating financial feasibility of key projects.
  
  

Strategic Planning

• Contribute to long-term financial planning aligned with business goals.
• Develop scenario models to assess business impact under varying conditions.
• Evaluate capital investment and ROI opportunities.
  
  

Reporting & Dashboards

• Prepare monthly financial reports, dashboards, and KPI summaries.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting to management and stakeholders.
• Automate and streamline reporting processes where possible.
  
  

Business Partnering

• Collaborate with operations, sales, marketing, and other departments to support decision making.
• Act as finance liaison in cross-functional initiatives and projects.
  
  

Experience: 3–5 years of experience in FP&A or corporate finance roles

Qualifications & Skills

Qualified CA/ACCA

• Strong analytical and financial modeling skills (Excel proficiency is a must)
• Experience with ERP and financial planning tools (e.g., SAP, Power BI, or similar)
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and deadline-driven
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  
  

Preferred: Industry experience in Agri, Manufacturing, FMCG or Chemicals