Senior Manager (SM2) – Budgeting, Planning & Profitability (FP&A)

Company Overview

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Job Summary

We are looking for a high-caliber FP&A leader to drive end-to-end financial planning, forecasting, and profitability management across the organization. This role will act as the central anchor for financial predictability and performance, owning the Annual Operating Plan (AOP), forecasting accuracy, cost structures, and business insights that directly influence strategic decisions. The ideal candidate combines strong financial rigor with deep business acumen to enable scalable, controlled, and data-driven growth.

Responsibilities

• Planning & Forecasting:

  • Lead the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) across business units.
  • Own rolling forecasts (monthly/quarterly) and build driver-based financial models.
  • Manage revenue forecasting using backlog, pipeline, and renewals.

• Revenue & Profitability:

  • Analyze Cost of Goods Sold (COGS), gross margins, and contribution margins.
  • Identify profitability drivers and cost levers, and support EBITDA-level analysis and pricing decisions.

• Variance Analysis:

  • Own Actual vs Budget vs Forecast variance analysis.
  • Identify root causes and deliver Management Discussion and Analysis (MD&A)-style insights; build early warning systems.

• Cost Optimization:

  • Conduct deep dives into fixed and variable costs, identifying optimization opportunities and leading contract negotiations.

• Operational Metrics:

  • Track utilization and productivity metrics, linking operational drivers to financial outcomes.

• Decision Support:

  • Build scenario models and provide data-backed recommendations to leadership.

Qualifications

• Education:

  • CA (Chartered Accountant) or CMA (Certified Management Accountant) preferred.
  • MBA from a Tier 1/2 institution with strong FP&A experience.

• Experience:

  • 6–8 years in FP&A / Business Finance / Consulting.
  • Experience in revenue forecasting, cost analysis, and scenario modeling.

• Skills:

  • Advanced Excel and financial modeling expertise.
  • Strong understanding of Profit & Loss (P&L) statements and cost structures.
  • Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to influence cross-functional teams.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with financial planning software or tools.
• Knowledge of industry-specific financial practices.

Experience

• Minimum of 6–8 years in roles focused on FP&A, business finance, or consulting.

Environment

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Salary

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Growth Opportunities

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Benefits

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