Job Title: Deputy Head - Finance
Experience: 12-15 Years
Qualification: CA Inter (Mandatory)
Relevant Experience: 10+ Years in Finance, Financial Planning & Analysis, Banking and MIS
Job Location: Bangalore
Job Summary
We are looking for an experienced Deputy Head Finance to lead financial planning, management reporting, budgeting, forecasting, banking operations and financial consolidation. The role will work closely with the Managing Director (MD), CXOs and senior management, providing strategic financial insights to support business decisions, profitability and long-term financial growth.
The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in financial MIS, Ind AS, financial analysis, cash flow management, banking operations and handling term loans and working capital facilities.
Key Roles & Responsibilities
Financial MIS & Reporting
- Prepare and present monthly financial MIS, variance analysis and management reports within defined timelines.
- Analyse actuals against budgets and provide meaningful insights to support management decision-making.
- Ensure transparency, accuracy and timely reporting of financial information.
Budgeting & Forecasting
- Lead annual budgeting, budget revisions and financial forecasting.
- Develop mid-term and long-term financial plans aligned with business objectives.
- Monitor budget adherence and identify financial risks and opportunities.
Business Line Profitability Analysis
- Prepare monthly business line-wise profitability reports.
- Analyse revenue, costs, margins and profitability trends.
- Provide financial insights to support profitable and non-profitable business decisions.
Banking & Treasury Operations
- Manage end-to-end banking operations, including term loans and working capital facilities.
- Liaise with banks and financial institutions for funding requirements, negotiations and documentation.
- Identify cost-effective funding sources and optimise financing costs.
- Manage cash flow, liquidity and investment of surplus funds.
Cash Flow Management
- Prepare monthly cash flow projections and forecasts.
- Monitor liquidity requirements and ensure effective working-capital management.
- Support management in financial planning and funding decisions.
Financial Consolidation & Compliance
- Coordinate quarterly financial consolidation and reporting with the parent organisation.
- Ensure compliance with applicable Accounting Standards and Ind AS requirements.
- Coordinate with statutory and internal auditors on finance-related matters.
Team Management & Development
- Work closely with the Accounts and Finance teams to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
- Lead, mentor and develop the finance team through regular training and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
- Build team capabilities and support succession planning.
Desired Candidate Profile
- CA Inter qualification is mandatory.
- Overall experience of 12-15 years, with at least 10 years of relevant experience in Finance and Financial Management.
- Strong experience in Financial MIS, budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.
- Hands-on expertise in Ind AS and applicable Accounting Standards / GAAP.
- Extensive experience in banking operations, term loans and working capital facilities.
- Strong understanding of business finance, cash flow management and business line profitability.
- Experience in financial consolidation and management reporting.
- Working knowledge of ERP systems such as SAP, Navision or other equivalent platforms.
Key Competencies
- Strong financial and analytical skills.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication abilities.
- Strategic thinking and sound financial decision-making.
- Leadership, team management and succession planning.
- Strong business acumen and understanding of financial operations.