Assistant Manager Finance

Key Responsibilities1. Financial Analysis & Reporting• Prepare and maintain monthly management information systems (MIS) reviews, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of financial data• Conduct detailed variance analysis on budgets and forecasts, identifying key drivers of deviations and recommending corrective actions• Develop and analyze P&L statements across product lines, channels (online vs. offline), and regions• Support the creation of financial dashboards and reports for senior management visibility2. Budgeting & Forecasting• Assist in the annual budgeting process by consolidating departmental budgets and performing sanity checks on financial assumptions• Prepare monthly and quarterly rolling forecasts based on latest business trends and market data• Build and update financial models to support forecast scenarios and what-if analysis• Identify forecast accuracy issues and collaborate with business units to improve projections3. Financial Planning Support• Perform cost-benefit analyses for new projects, marketing campaigns, product launches, and operational initiatives• Support long-term financial planning exercises and contribute to strategic initiatives• Analyses spending patterns across procurement, manufacturing, marketing, supply chain, and logistics to identify optimization opportunities• Monitor key financial metrics and KPIs to track business health and identify emerging risks4. Business Partnering• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Marketing, Sales, Supply Chain, Product Development) to understand their financial needs and constraints• Provide financial insights and analysis to support departmental decision-making• Facilitate discussions between finance and business units to align financial goals with operational realities• Communicate complex financial concepts in a clear, actionable manner to non-finance stakeholders5. Process Improvement & Compliance• Identify opportunities to streamline financial reporting and analysis processes• Implement best practices in financial management and contribute to operational efficiency• Ensure adherence to internal financial policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements• Maintain data integrity and develop audit-ready documentationRequired Qualifications• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, Economics, or Business Administration from a recognized institute . CA/CMA is a plus• 1-3 years of progressive experience in Financial Planning & Analysis, business finance, or financial analysis role• Prior experience in FMCG, e-commerce, D2C, or consumer goods sector is highly desirable• Demonstrated experience in budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and variance analysis• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite• Familiarity with ERP systems• Experience with automation tools or macros is beneficial• Working knowledge of financial systems and databases

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