Head/Assistant Vice President – Finance – CA KPB Consultants

The Corporate Institute; Pune District; Hybrid; INR 2,500,000 - 5,000,000; Full time

Job summary

The Corporate Institute in Pune seeks a seasoned Head/AVP of Finance to steer financial planning, controls, and executive reporting. This role will partner with the leadership team to translate data into strategic actions that drive growth, profitability, and long-term fiscal health in a dynamic market.

Based in Pune with hybrid work arrangements, the incumbent will supervise budgeting, forecasting, and analytical reporting, influencing resource allocation and cross-functional decisions at the

Qualifications

• 8–16 years of progressive CA experience in high-growth environments.
• Strong expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
• Proven ability to build and interpret financial models for strategic decisions.

Responsibilities

• Lead annual budgeting and rolling forecasts aligned to growth objectives.
• Perform deep-dive analyses and variance reporting for management insights.
• Develop sophisticated models for investments, capital allocation, and market entry.
• Strengthen internal controls to ensure regulatory compliance and data integrity.
• Partner with business leaders to uncover revenue leakage and cost savings.

Skills

Financial Planning & Budgeting

Financial Modelling

Financial Control

Stakeholder Communication

P&L Management

Hybrid Work Adaptability

Education

CA (Chartered Accountant)

Job description

Role Overview:

We are seeking a seasoned finance leader to join our Pune office as the Head/AVP of Finance. In this pivotal role, you will serve as the strategic backbone of our financial operations, overseeing the end-to-end lifecycle of financial planning, rigorous control mechanisms, and high-level analytical reporting. You will work closely with the executive leadership team and cross-functional department heads to translate complex data into actionable business insights. By driving financial discipline and optimizing resource allocation, you will directly influence the company’s growth trajectory, profitability, and long-term fiscal health in an increasingly competitive market.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the annual budgeting and rolling forecasting processes to ensure alignment with the organization’s strategic growth objectives.
• Perform deep-dive financial analysis and variance reporting to provide the management team with clear visibility into operational performance and cost-efficiency.
• Develop and maintain sophisticated financial models to support investment decisions, capital allocation, and new market entry strategies.
• Strengthen the internal financial control framework to mitigate risks, ensure regulatory compliance, and maintain the integrity of financial data.
• Partner with business unit leaders to identify revenue leakage and cost-saving opportunities, thereby enhancing overall margins and operational excellence.

Required Skillset:

• Demonstrated expertise in Financial Planning, Budgeting, and Forecasting, with a proven ability to manage complex P&L responsibilities for large-scale business units.
• Advanced proficiency in Financial Modelling and Variance Analysis, utilizing data to influence executive decision-making and long-term planning.
• Strong command over Financial Control and governance, ensuring that all reporting standards meet rigorous internal and external audit requirements.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex financial narratives to non-finance stakeholders and board members.
• A qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) with 8 to 16 years of progressive experience in high-growth environments.
• High degree of adaptability and professional maturity, capable of thriving in a fast-paced, hybrid work environment based in Pune.