Position Overview
We are seeking a Manager – Finance Business Partner to drive financial planning, analysis, and business partnering across the organization. The role will focus on delivering actionable financial insights, enabling cost management, and supporting strategic decision-making in close collaboration with business leaders. The ideal candidate will combine strong analytical skills with a proactive business mindset to support growth and efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
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Drive annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning cycles in alignment with business objectives.
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Conduct variance analysis, highlight key drivers, and recommend corrective actions.
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Deliver meaningful financial insights to support operational and strategic decisions.
Business Partnering
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Collaborate with business and departmental heads to align financial priorities with business goals.
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Provide financial evaluation for business initiatives, investments, and cost optimization opportunities.
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Act as a trusted advisor, simplifying complex financial data into actionable recommendations.
Management Reporting & Insights
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Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports with accuracy and clarity.
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Identify financial trends, risks, and opportunities to guide management decisions.
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Develop dashboards and tools to improve financial visibility for stakeholders.
Cost & Efficiency Management
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Monitor and control operating expenses, ensuring adherence to budgets.
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Recommend and implement cost-saving initiatives and process improvements.
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Partner with teams to identify operational efficiencies.
Decision Support & Strategic Projects
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Support business cases for new projects, product launches, and expansion plans.
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Provide financial due diligence and scenario modeling for key initiatives.
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Contribute to strategic discussions with insights on profitability, risks, and returns.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
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Partner with HR, IT, and other teams to support business decisions impacting headcount, systems, and operations.
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Liaise with auditors, tax advisors, and external stakeholders to ensure compliance.
Required Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (MBA, CA, CIMA, or ACCA preferred).
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6–8 years of experience in finance, FP&A, or business partnering roles, with at least 2–3 years in a managerial capacity.
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Strong financial modeling, reporting, and analysis skills.
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Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP/Oracle) and advanced Excel; exposure to data visualization tools (Power BI/Tableau) preferred.
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Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.
Desirable Attributes
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Hands-on, solution-oriented approach with a proactive mindset.
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Strong commercial acumen and ability to connect financials to business outcomes.
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Track record of driving cost efficiencies and supporting business growth.
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Ability to influence senior stakeholders with clear and data-backed recommendations.