Manager Finance (Corporate Finance & FP&A)

AAP Global Capability Center LLP (380); India; Remote; INR 4,500,000 - 7,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Advance Auto Parts, Inc. is seeking a highly motivated Manager, Corporate Finance & FP&A to lead enterprise-wide financial planning, forecasting, performance reporting and strategic analysis.

You will own the AOP, SBP, quarterly forecasts, and executive reporting while guiding integrated 3-statement modeling for the business. You will partner with Accounting, Investor Relations, Operations and Corporate Finance, drive FP&A transformation, identify opportunities to improve profitability and cash

Qualifications

• > Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• > CPA/CA/CFA preferred.
• > 11+ years of progressive experience in Corporate Finance, FP&A, or related disciplines.

Responsibilities

• > Lead enterprise-wide planning processes including AOP and long-range planning.
• > Develop accurate financial forecasts and scenario analyses.
• > Own and enhance integrated income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow forecasting models.
• > Drive monthly, quarterly, and annual performance reviews with key insights.
• > Prepare executive materials and board presentations.

Skills

3-statement modelling

Executive reporting

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Presentation skills

Forecasting

Education

Master's degree in Finance/Accounting

CPA

CA

CFA

Tools

Hyperion PBCS

Oracle ERP

Advanced Excel

BI/Visualization tools

Job description

Job Description Manager, Corporate Finance & FP&A

Job Summary We are seeking a highly motivated, strategic, and results-oriented Manager, Corporate Finance & FP&A to lead enterprise-wide financial planning, forecasting, performance reporting, and strategic financial analysis. This role will own critical planning processes including the Annual Operating Plan (AOP), Strategic Business Plan (SBP), quarterly forecasts, and executive reporting while providing leadership for integrated 3-statement financial modelling. The role serves as a key finance partner to executive leadership and plays a pivotal role in quarterly Board of Directors (BoD) reporting, earnings call preparation, and investor-related financial analysis. The successful candidate will combine strong financial expertise, executive communication skills, and leadership capabilities to drive business performance, enhance forecasting accuracy, and support strategic decision-making. This position requires a proven leader who can influence across a matrixed organization, develop high-performing teams, and drive continuous improvements in financial planning and reporting processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise-wide planning processes including AOP, SBP, long-range planning, and quarterly forecasts.
• Develop accurate financial forecasts, scenario analyses, and strategic recommendations to support business objectives.
• Own and enhance integrated Income Statement, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow forecasting models.
• Drive monthly, quarterly, and annual financial performance reviews, highlighting key trends, risks, opportunities, and business drivers.
• Prepare executive presentations, Board materials, KPI dashboards, and financial narratives for leadership reviews.
• Partner closely with business leaders, Accounting, Investor Relations, Operations, and Corporate Finance teams to support strategic initiatives and business decision-making.
• Lead enterprise-wide Risk & Opportunities assessments and develop mitigation strategies to improve forecast accuracy.
• Identify opportunities to improve profitability, productivity, cash flow, and operational performance through data-driven insights.
• Drive FP&A transformation initiatives, including automation, reporting enhancements, driver-based forecasting, and process standardization.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of 7-8 finance professionals, fostering a high-performance and collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; CPA, CA, or CFA preferred.
• 11+ years of progressive experience in Corporate Finance, FP&A, Strategic Finance, or related disciplines.
• Strong expertise in financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, variance analysis, and integrated 3-statement financial modelling.
• Proven experience supporting executive leadership, Board of Directors reporting, and earnings-related financial analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex financial data into executive-level insights and recommendations.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management, communication, and presentation skills.
• Experience operating in a large, matrixed, and fast-paced organization.

Preferred Technical Skills

• Hyperion Planning & Budgeting Cloud Service (PBCS) Oracle ERP and financial systems.
• Advanced Excel financial modelling.
• Financial reporting, analytics, and visualization tools.

Why Join Us

• Strategic Impact: You will own the income statement and 3-statement modeling processes, driving financial excellence and business insights.
• Process Transformation: You will contribute to modernizing our financial planning processes, implementing driver-based forecasting, and improving financial reporting and analysis.
• Leadership Exposure: Your work will directly impact key deliverables presented to senior leadership, board of directors, and investors.
• Professional Growth: You will lead and develop a team of high-performing financial analysts, while gaining deep exposure to corporate strategy and financial planning.

Advance Auto Parts, Inc. is a leading automotive aftermarket parts provider that serves both professional installers and do-it-yourself customers. As of October 5, 2024, Advance operated 4,781 stores primarily within the United States, with additional locations in Canada, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The company also served 1,125 independently owned Carquest branded stores across these locations in addition to Mexico and various Caribbean islands. Additional information about Advance, including employment opportunities, customer services and online shopping for parts, accessories and other offerings can be found at www.AdvanceAutoParts.com.