Finance Controller - FP&A

National Skill Development Corporation; New Delhi; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) is seeking a dynamic and experienced General Manager Finance - FP&A to oversee financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis to support the company’s strategic goals. The ideal candidate will bring strong financial acumen, leadership experience, and a deep understanding of financial management, reporting, and analysis.

You will deliver strategic insights and recommendations to senior management to drive efficiency and growth.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s in Finance, Accounting, Economics; CA certification preferred.
• Around 18 years of experience in finance, with at least 4 years in a senior FP&A role.
• Strong experience in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis.
• Proven track record of implementing financial systems and process improvements.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills for cross-functional collaboration.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP/Oracle) and advanced Excel.

Responsibilities

• Lead annual budgeting process, including revenue forecasts, cost analysis, and capex planning.
• Prepare financial models, rolling forecasts, and scenario analyses.
• Develop long-term projections and strategies to support growth and profitability.
• Conduct variance analysis and provide explanations for deviations.
• Identify KPIs and track financial performance against benchmarks.
• Provide insights and commentary on financial results to senior management.
• Ensure compliance with internal reporting timelines and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee cash flow, treasury management, and debt financing strategies.
• Collaborate with department heads to understand financial needs and support targets.
• Drive process improvements to enhance reporting accuracy and efficiency.

Skills

Financial planning

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial analysis

Leadership

Strategic advisory

Cross-functional collaboration

Excel

GAAP knowledge

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor's in Finance

Bachelor's in Economics

CA certification

MBA

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

At the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), we are dedicated to empowering India's youth through comprehensive skill development. Established on July 31, 2008, as a not-for-profit public limited company under section 25 of the Companies Act, 1956 (now corresponding to section 8 of the Companies Act, 2013), we operate as a unique Public Private Partnership (PPP) model under the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (MSDE). Our collaborative structure, with 49% of the share capital held by the government and 51% by the private sector, enables us to be the principal architects of India's skill ecosystem.

We actively support enterprises, start-ups, and organizations by providing funding support, concessional loans, and other innovative financial products. Our mission is to enhance, support, and coordinate private sector initiatives in vocational training, ensuring that financial barriers do not hinder skill development. As the strategic implementation and knowledge partner of the Skill India Mission, we focus on creating efficient training initiatives that open up a world of opportunities in futuristic skills for the potential workforce.

Through strategic partnerships and innovative models, we aim to build a robust skill ecosystem that not only meets current industry demands but also anticipates future trends, empowering India's youth to contribute significantly to the nation’s growth and development.

Job Description

We are seeking adynamic and experienced General Manager Finance - FP&A to oversee financialplanning, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis to support the company’sstrategic goals. The ideal candidate will have strong financial acumen,leadership experience, and a deep understanding of financial management, reporting,and analysis. You will be responsible for providing strategic insights andrecommendations to senior management based on financial data, ensuringoperational efficiency, and driving business growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the annual budgeting process, including revenueforecasts, cost analysis, and capital expenditure planning.
  
• Prepare financial models, rolling forecasts, and scenarioanalysis to assist in business decision-making.
  
• Develop long-term financial projections and strategies tosupport growth and profitability objectives.
  
• Conduct variance analysis, providing explanations fordeviations from budget and prior periods.
  
• Identify key performance indicators (KPIs) and track financialperformance against benchmarks.
  
• Provide detailed analysis of financial results, identifyingrisks, opportunities, and trends to improve business outcomes.
  
• Reporting :
  
• Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financialreports, including P&L statements, balance sheets, and cash flowreports.
  
• Deliver insights and commentary on financial results to seniormanagement, highlighting financial trends and recommending correctiveactions.
  
• Ensure compliance with internal reporting timelines andexternal regulatory requirements.
  
• Treasury Responsibilities:
  
• Oversee and manage company-widecash flow and the effective use of resources. Monitor cash positions andforecasts to support operational needs.
  
• Develop and execute strategies formanaging the company’s capital structure, including debt management andfinancing.
  
• Maintain and strengthenrelationships with banks, financial institutions, and other externalparties.
  
• Business Partnering :
  
• Collaborate with department heads and business units tounderstand financial needs and provide support in achieving financialtargets.
  
• Act as a strategic advisor to senior management, providingfinancial insights that influence key business decisions.
  
• Drive financial discipline and cost-saving initiatives acrossdepartments.
  
• Process Improvement :
  
• Implement best practices in financial planning, forecasting,and budgeting to streamline processes.
  
• Identify and execute process improvements to enhance theaccuracy and efficiency of financial reporting and analysis.
  
• Oversee the implementation and integration of financialsystems and tools for better data management and reporting.
  
• Compliance & Governance :
  
• Ensure adherence to accounting standards, regulatoryrequirements, and internal controls.
  
• Lead audit processes, coordinate with external auditors, andensure the accuracy of financial statements.
  
• Develop and enforce financial policies and procedures tomaintain the integrity of financial data.
  
• Lead and mentor the FP&A team, fostering a culture ofcontinuous improvement and professional development.
  
• Manage the recruitment, training, and performance of financestaff to build a high-performing finance team.
  
• Provide leadership in financial planning and analysis,ensuring team members contribute to the broader financial goals.
  

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Education :
  
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, orrelated field (Master’s degree or MBA is a plus).
  
• Professional certification CA.
  
• Experience :
  
• Around 18 years of experience in finance, with at least 4years in a senior FP&A.
  
• Strong experience in financial planning, budgeting,forecasting, and analysis.
  
• Proven track record of managing financial systems andimplementing process improvements.
  
• Skills :
  
• Expertise in financial modelling, forecasting techniques, anddata analysis.
  
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP), financialstatements, and reporting requirements.
  
• Proficiency with financial software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, orsimilar ERP systems) and advanced Excel skills.
  
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with theability to explain complex financial information to non-financialstakeholders.
  
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to managecross-functional teams and collaborate across departments.
  

Personal Attributes:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  
• High attention to detail with a strategic mindset.
  
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in afast-paced environment.
  
• Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work independently.