Deputy Manager Financial Planning, MIS & Business Analytics

Key Responsibilities Financial Planning & Analysis Prepare annual budgets, forecasts and long-term business plans.Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual management reports.Perform variance analysis and provide actionable business insights.Develop financial models for new investments, projects and strategic decisions.Prepare project profitability, cash flow and sensitivity analyses.MIS & Management Reporting Prepare accurate and timely MIS for senior management and promoters.Design dashboards and KPI-based reporting systems.Standardize reporting across various business verticals.Automate repetitive MIS processes and improve reporting efficiency.Ensure accuracy, consistency and timeliness of management reports.Accounting & Financial Reporting Coordinate monthly, quarterly and annual financial closures.Review reconciliations and support finalization of financial statements.Coordinate with statutory auditors, internal auditors, tax consultants and other advisors.Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and statutory requirements.IND AS & Technical Accounting Support implementation and ongoing compliance with Indian Accounting Standards (IND AS).Research and evaluate the accounting implications of complex transactions.Prepare technical accounting notes and position papers where required.Assist in the implementation of new accounting standards and regulatory changes.ERP Implementation & Finance Transformation Participate in ERP implementation, migration and enhancement projects.Define finance process requirements and coordinate with IT and implementation partners.Ensure smooth transition of finance processes into ERP systems.Drive automation, digitization and continuous process improvements across finance functions.Test system configurations, reports and financial controls during ERP implementation.Mergers, Demergers & Corporate Restructuring Assist in financial due diligence for mergers, acquisitions and business restructuring.Coordinate accounting, financial reporting and compliance activities relating to mergers and demergers.Support preparation of financial information required for schemes of arrangement and regulatory filings.Coordinate with legal, secretarial, tax advisors and auditors throughout restructuring transactions.Business Analytics Analyse financial and operational data to identify trends and opportunities.Perform predictive analysis and scenario planning.Develop management dashboards and business intelligence reports.Support strategic decision-making through data-driven analysis.Cross-Functional Coordination Coordinate with Accounts, Projects, Sales, Procurement, Legal, Secretarial, HR, Operations and Hospitality teams.Work closely with external consultants, bankers, auditors and regulatory authorities.Ensure timely collection, validation and reporting of business information.Process Improvement & Internal Controls Improve finance processes and reporting systems.Strengthen internal financial controls and governance.Identify opportunities for automation and operational efficiencies.Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) for finance processes.Desired Skills Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)Advanced MIS ReportingFinancial ModellingBusiness AnalyticsBudgeting & ForecastingIND ASERP Implementation & Process MappingMergers & DemergersFinancial Statement AnalysisInternal Controls & Process ImprovementAdvanced Microsoft ExcelPower BI / TableauStrong analytical and problem-solving abilitiesExcellent communication and stakeholder management skillsQualification Chartered Accountant/Semi Qualified CA (Mandatory)Additional qualifications such as CFA, CMA or MBA (Finance) will be an advantage.Experience 58 years of post-qualification experience.Experience in ERP implementation or finance transformation projects will be preferred.Exposure to IND AS implementation, corporate restructuring, mergers/demergers or complex accounting assignments will be an added advantage. .