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Head - Financial Planning & Analysis (IT Services)


Company : Thoughtwater Consulting


Location : Noida, Uttar Pradesh


Created : 2025-04-05


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Role Description: We are on the hunt for a visionary Head of Finance (FP&A) who will be a cornerstone in steering our financial direction and strategy. As a member of the Business Finance team, this role would be responsible for end-to-end reporting functions including monthly consolidation, annual budget and periodic rolling forecasts. This position would be reporting to the Head of the Business Finance team. This position plays a pivotal role in aligning financial policies and operations with the company's strategic goals, especially within the realms of data management and analytics. Key Responsibilities: Prepare consolidated group financials working with business partners and other teams for annual budgeting and periodic forecasting exercise Identify and research variances to forecast, budget, and prior-year expenses, proactively identifying opportunities for improvement. Create presentations that provide insightful analysis, identify required action items, and effectively frame decisions to be made. Dive deeply into financial data and become a subject matter expert to provide additional insights, identifying underlying trends and challenging the business on performance / cause of any unexpected variances. Lead the finance and accounting group, fostering a culture of transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive financial strategies, forecasts, and business growth. Implement and oversee robust financial systems and processes, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies. Leverage your understanding of analytics to derive actionable insights from financial data, supporting informed decision-making. Contribute strategic financial input and leadership on decision-making issues affecting the organization. Qualifications: MBA Finance 10 - 12 years of experience out of which 6 - 8 years in FP&A role independently managing similar function. Should have hands-on experience in FP&A, managing high complexity in the process. Strong business acumen and problem-solving skills, understanding of financial/transactional data and root cause analysis, with ability to manage and work under pressure adhering to deliverable timelines Should have grown in the role, excelling the function handled and risen through ranks Prior experience working in a startup environment is highly desirable. A profound understanding of analytics, with the ability to translate data into strategic initiatives and outcomes. Exposure to any ERP Systems Key Competencies: A finance person more than an accountant Strategic thinker with strong analytical skills and a detail-oriented approach. Exceptional leadership and management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a high-performing team. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with various stakeholders. Adaptability and flexibility in navigating the dynamic challenges and opportunities of a growing organization.