Head Of Business Planning, Budgeting & Taxation

Company Description

Onic Pakistan is a digital-first platform offering premium data services, unlimited minutes, and valuable lifestyle offers. Our mission is to provide seamless connectivity and endless opportunities for users to engage, create, and collaborate anytime, anywhere. Join us to embrace your digital freedom and become a part of a community that celebrates independence through mobile connectivity.

Role Purpose

We are seeking a highly experienced finance leader to head Business Planning, Budgeting & Taxation for our Pakistan operations. This role is critical in shaping our financial strategy, driving accurate and efficient planning processes, ensuring regulatory compliance, and providing strategic insights to support rapid growth in a competitive digital telecom/technology environment.

What You Will Do

• Lead annual business planning, forecasting, and budgeting cycles , ensuring alignment with group strategy and local market dynamics.
• Develop and monitor long-term financial models , including scenario planning and sensitivity analysis to support strategic decision-making.
• Own the budgeting framework —ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and robust controls across all functions.
• Provide regular business performance reviews , variance analysis, and actionable insights to management.
• Drive tax planning, compliance, and risk management across direct and indirect taxes in Pakistan, ensuring adherence to local laws and regulations.
• Serve as the primary liaison with tax authorities, advisers, and external auditors .
• Ensure accurate reporting of tax positions and proactively manage potential exposures.
• Collaborate with group finance to ensure harmonisation of processes and reporting standards .
• Build robust processes, automation, and governance frameworks to improve accuracy, transparency, and efficiency.
• Develop and lead a high-performing team , providing coaching, mentoring, and succession planning.
• Manage procurement and administrative matters as well.

What We Are Looking For

• 10+ years of progressive experience in finance, with a strong focus on business planning, budgeting, taxation, and financial strategy .
• Proven track record in leading budgeting and forecasting cycles for large organizations or high-growth companies.
• Strong technical expertise in Pakistani tax laws and regulations , including corporate, sales, and withholding taxes.
• In-depth experience in financial modelling, scenario planning, and commercial analysis .
• Hands-on experience in process automation, system-driven reporting, and control optimization .
• Demonstrated ability to communicate financial insights effectively to senior management and external stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills, with a history of building and scaling finance teams .
• Prior experience in Telecommunications, SaaS, Internet, or Technology industries preferred.
• Entrepreneurial mindset, with the resilience and resourcefulness to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment .

What We Offer

• Exponential Career Growth & Ownership – Opportunity to shape and lead a critical finance function in a hyper-growth company.
• Talent Development – Structured development paths, quarterly reviews, training programs, and L&D budget to support your professional growth.
• Inclusive Culture – We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer.