FP&A Specialist - Contractor

Redaptive Services Private Limited; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Redaptive Services Private Limited is seeking an FP&A Specialist to join their team in Pune, India. The role involves preparing financial reports and developing cash flow forecasts while collaborating with both local and U.S. teams.

Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of FP&A experience and an MBA in Finance or equivalent qualifications. The position emphasizes strong analytical skills, proficiency in financial modeling, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant FP&A experience, preferably in start-ups.
• Proven ability to work successfully in an ambiguous environment while meeting deadlines.
• Management experience and a willingness and desire to help grow a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and distribute financial reports to show product profitability.
• Perform variance analysis comparing actual results against forecasts.
• Develop and maintain cash flow forecasts and optimize cash management.
• Conduct thorough analysis of financial data to provide insights.
• Prepare materials for board meetings summarizing key financial insights.

Skills

Financial modeling

Budgeting and forecasting

Variance analysis

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Problem-solving

Education

MBA degree in Finance

Chartered Accountant qualification

Master's or advanced degree in finance or accounting

Tools

Pigment

Job description

Position Summary

Redaptive is looking for an FP&A Specialist for its India team to work closely with global leadership and the India FP&A team.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Financial Reporting: Prepare and distribute timely and accurate financial reports to show performance of various products and their profitability to internal stakeholders and management.
• Variance Analysis: Perform variance analysis to compare actual financial results against budgeted and forecasted figures, identify reasons for variances, and provide recommendations for corrective actions.
• Cash Forecast: Develop and maintain cash flow forecasts, monitor cash inflows and outflows, assess short-term funding requirements, and provide recommendations to optimize cash management strategies.
• Financial Analysis: Conduct thorough analysis of financial data (income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements), identify trends, variances, and KPIs, and provide insights into the company’s financial performance.
• Board Presentations: Prepare materials for board meetings and summarize key financial insights, strategic initiatives, and performance metrics to communicate the company’s performance and outlook to board members.
• Partner with U.S. FP&A team to perform ad‑hoc corporate financial planning and analysis as requested.
• Time Allocation: Assisting in month end reporting – 25%; Product financial reporting – 25%; Cash forecast preparation – 25%; Ad‑hoc tasks – 25%.

Required Abilities and Skills

• 5+ years of relevant FP&A experience, preferably in start‑ups.
• Chartered Accountant qualification.
• MBA degree in Finance.
• Financial modeling, budgeting/forecasting, and variance analysis experience.
• Highly skilled in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Proven ability to work successfully in an ambiguous environment while meeting deadlines.
• Advanced problem‑solving and root‑cause analysis abilities, combined with proven communication skills.

Education and Experience

• 4+ years of relevant FP&A experience.
• Master’s or advanced degree in finance or accounting.
• Management experience and a willingness and desire to help grow a team.
• Professional qualifications such as MBA, CA, CFA, or CMA.
• Experience in using Pigment (preferred but not required).

Travel

This role does not involve any international travel.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Redaptive is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.