Manager, Finance

KFC Corporation

Gurgaon

On-site

INR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

An international fast-food chain is looking for a Senior Finance Analyst in Gurgaon, India. This full-time role focuses on high-quality financial reporting and close governance for local and global needs. Candidates should have 5-6 years of experience in financial reporting, strong analytical skills, and a Chartered Accountant certification. The position also requires knowledge of GAAP/IFRS, technical skills with ERP systems, and the ability to manage cross-functional dependencies effectively. Hybrid work schedule available.

Qualifications

5–6 years of experience in financial reporting and accounting.
Experience in a multinational or shared services environment preferred.
Strong knowledge of GAAP/IFRS.
Proficiency with GAAP/IFRS and internal controls.

Responsibilities

Drive month-end close governance and financial reporting delivery.
Lead cross-functional coordination for Unit Count reconciliation.
Ensure timely investigation and closure of balance sheet exceptions.
Coordinate global reporting and identify process improvements.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Financial modeling

Ownership

Education

Chartered Accountant (CA)

Master's Degree

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Hyperion Financial Management

MS Excel

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Finance Analyst – Financial Reporting to drive the close-to-report process and deliver high-quality financial reporting for both local management and global stakeholders. The role is responsible for month-end close governance, including trial balance and financial statement review, P&L and balance sheet analytics, balance sheet substantiation/roll-forwards, and clear variance commentary to explain performance drivers. The position prepares and coordinates monthly/quarterly reporting packs, cash forecast reporting, and timely global reporting submissions (e.g., Hyperion), ensuring consistency, control compliance. Close collaboration with Business Development, Legal, FP&A, and cross-functional finance teams is essential to resolve reporting issues, strengthen controls, and continuously improve reporting accuracy and turnaround times within a multinational environment.

Responsibilities

1) Month-End Close Governance & Financials Reporting Delivery

Own the month-end close governance, calendar, and readiness; drive timely completion of close activities with clear accountability and escalation.
Review trial balance and key movements across P&L and Balance Sheet; ensure appropriate substantiation, correct accounting treatment, and quality of results.
Prepare/review monthly reporting packs, including commentary and insights, present key drivers, risks, and actions to Local Management.
Prepare, review, and analyze cash flow forecasts to support optimal liquidity; identify potential shortfalls and coordinate reviews with FP&A and Treasury.
Ensure timely and accurate submission of financial statements and reporting packs in Hyperion (and other reporting systems, as applicable).

2) Stakeholder Management & Unit Count Reconciliation

Lead cross-functional coordination with Business Development and Legal to reconcile Unit Counts; ensure a robust audit trail, clear definitions, and disciplined cut-offs.
Own communications, timelines, and deliverables for Unit Count submissions to Local Management and Global External Reporting stakeholders.

3) Analysis, Controls, and Audit Readiness

Lead Balance Sheet roll-forwards and variance analysis; ensure timely investigation and closure of exceptions with process owners.
Drive P&L variance analytics and storytelling; challenge assumptions, ensure accurate explanations, and translate results into actionable insights.
Maintain a strong control environment: ensure reconciliations, approvals, and documentation meet internal control and audit requirements.

4) Global Reporting Support & Continuous Improvement

Coordinate representation letters, supporting schedules, and other corporate reporting requirements; ensure completeness, consistency, and on-time submissions.
Identify and execute process improvements to strengthen close and reporting (standard templates, checklists, automation, root‑cause fixes).

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

Education

Chartered Accountant (CA).

Experience

5–6 years of progressive experience in financial reporting, accounting/month‑end close, and variance analysis; experience in a multinational and/or shared services environment preferred.
Experience managing close timelines, driving cross‑functional dependencies, and performing quality/compliance reviews of reporting deliverables.

Technical Skills

Strong working knowledge of GAAP/IFRS and internal control principles, with the ability to maintain audit‑ready documentation.
Strong capability in financial statement preparation, balance sheet reconciliations/roll‑forwards, analytical reviews, and management reporting.
Hands‑on experience with ERPs (SAP, Oracle, etc.) and consolidation/reporting tools (Hyperion Financial Management preferred); ability to troubleshoot data and reporting issues.
Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and financial modeling.

Core Competencies

Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with high attention to detail and a strong sense of ownership.
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills; able to clearly explain variances, financial drivers, and recommendations to both finance and non‑finance partners.
Ability to manage competing deadlines in a fast‑paced, month‑end‑driven environment, and to escal…constructively

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