Financial Planning & Analysis Manager – Banking & Finance Task Staffing Solutions

The Corporate Institute; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 5,000,000 - 9,000,000; Full time

Job summary

The Corporate Institute in Gurugram seeks a seasoned finance leader to shape and execute our financial strategy. You will act as the primary financial architect, translating complex data into actionable insights and partnering with senior leadership to steer growth and profitability.

You will own budgeting, forecasting, and capital allocation, build robust financial models, and lead management reporting, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and strategic alignment across the organisation.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate degree in Finance or MBA from a premier institute.
• 9–15 years of progressive experience in high-growth corporate environments.
• Experience managing P&L for large-scale operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes to ensure organizational financial targets are met and resources are allocated efficiently across business units.
• Conduct deep-dive variance analysis to identify trends, explain performance gaps, and provide actionable recommendations to leadership for course correction.
• Act as a strategic business partner to department heads, providing financial guidance that improves operational efficiency and supports high-impact business initiatives.
• Develop robust financial models to evaluate new business opportunities, investment proposals, and long‑term strategic projects to ensure sustainable profitability.
• Drive the monthly and quarterly management reporting process, distilling complex financial narratives into clear presentations for the executive board.
• Oversee the integrity of financial data and reporting systems to ensure accuracy, compliance, and transparency in all business finance activities.

Skills

Financial planning & analysis

Strategic storytelling

Financial modeling

Stakeholder collaboration

Leadership & partnering with senior"

Education

MBA in Finance

Job description

Role Overview

We are seeking a seasoned finance professional to join our leadership team in Gurugram as a key driver of our financial strategy. In this capacity, you will serve as the primary financial architect, translating complex data into actionable business insights that guide executive decision-making. You will work closely with cross-functional department heads and senior leadership to align operational activities with long‑term fiscal goals. By spearheading the budgeting and forecasting cycles, you will play a pivotal role in optimizing capital allocation, identifying growth levers, and ensuring the organization maintains a competitive edge in a dynamic market environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes to ensure organizational financial targets are met and resources are allocated efficiently across business units.
• Conduct deep-dive variance analysis to identify trends, explain performance gaps, and provide actionable recommendations to leadership for course correction.
• Act as a strategic business partner to department heads, providing financial guidance that improves operational efficiency and supports high-impact business initiatives.
• Develop robust financial models to evaluate new business opportunities, investment proposals, and long‑term strategic projects to ensure sustainable profitability.
• Drive the monthly and quarterly management reporting process, distilling complex financial narratives into clear presentations for the executive board.
• Oversee the integrity of financial data and reporting systems to ensure accuracy, compliance, and transparency in all business finance activities.

Required Skillset

• Demonstrated expertise in financial planning and analysis, with a proven track record of managing complex P&L responsibilities for large‑scale business operations.
• Exceptional ability to translate financial data into strategic narratives, effectively influencing senior stakeholders and driving consensus across diverse teams.
• Advanced proficiency in financial modeling and analytical tools, with a keen eye for identifying operational inefficiencies and revenue growth opportunities.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative mindset, capable of building lasting partnerships with non‑finance stakeholders to foster a culture of financial accountability.
• A postgraduate degree in Finance or an MBA from a premier institute, complemented by 9 – 15 years of progressive experience in high‑growth corporate environments.