FP&A team Lead

Sure here is the FP&A Lead 8+ Years, Bangalore version. FP&A Lead 8+ Years Location: Bangalore Experience: 8+ Years Role: FP&A Lead Work Mode: WFO / Hybrid Shift: Business / Flexible Job Description We are looking for an experienced FP&A Lead with 8+ years of experience in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling, management reporting, and business partnering . The candidate will be responsible for driving FP&A activities, providing financial insights to leadership, and supporting strategic business decisions. Key Responsibilities Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities. Own monthly and quarterly financial reporting and performance reviews. Drive P&L analysis, budget vs. actual and forecast vs. actual variance analysis . Develop financial models, scenario analysis, and long-range financial plans . Analyze revenue, OPEX, CAPEX, margins, profitability, and headcount costs . Prepare MIS, dashboards, MBR/QBR packs, and leadership presentations . Partner with business stakeholders to understand financial drivers and provide actionable insights. Lead cost optimization, productivity, and profitability improvement initiatives. Identify financial risks, trends, and opportunities and provide recommendations to senior management. Support strategic planning and business case development . Drive standardization, automation, and continuous improvement of FP&A processes. Lead and mentor FP&A team members and ensure timely, accurate delivery. Coordinate with Accounting, Operations, Sales, HR, and other cross-functional teams. Present financial performance and insights to senior leadership / management . Mandatory Skills 8+ years of relevant FP&A / Financial Planning & Analysis experience . Strong experience in Budgeting & Forecasting . Hands-on expertise in Financial Modelling and P&L analysis . Strong Variance Analysis and Management Reporting skills. Experience in OPEX, CAPEX, Revenue and Headcount Planning . Advanced Excel skills. Strong stakeholder management and business partnering experience. Experience leading or mentoring a team. Exposure to Power BI / Tableau and ERP systems such as SAP/Oracle preferred. Excellent communication, analytical, presentation, and leadership skills. Target Profiles: FP&A Lead | FP&A Manager | Finance Lead | Senior FP&A Manager | Financial Planning & Analysis Lead | Commercial Finance Lead.