Manager Financial Planning & Analysis

IMA India; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 2,800,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Job summary

British Council in Bangalore is seeking an experienced Finance Manager with 8-10 years FP&A to lead month-end close, forecasting and budgeting processes. You will produce insightful commentary and partner with UK FP&A, regional controllers and business partners to drive performance.

The role requires strong analytical skills, stakeholder management, and fluent English, with a track record in a fast-paced, matrixed environment. CA / CA Inter or MBA Finance are essential qualifications.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years FP&A / finance experience (multi-entity or international preferred).
• Strong analytical, planning and stakeholder-management skills.
• Proven ability to thrive in a fast-moving, matrixed environment.
• Fluent written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Month-end close, forecasting, and deadline-driven planning.
• Prepare reporting packs, add commentary, and provide business insights.
• Partner with UK FP&A, Finance BP, and Regional Controllers; onboard new scopes.
• Automate controls, maintain KPI dashboards, and drive efficiency projects.
• Lead knowledge transfer, handle escalations, and support audits.
• Handle ad-hoc tasks and data requests.

Skills

FP&A experience

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

English proficiency

Education

CA / CA Inter

MBA Finance

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Employer British Council

Location Bangalore

Posted Aug 27, 2026

Closes Oct 06, 2026

Ref 5831403736

Role Finance Manager

Level Manager

Certification Other

Work Mode Work from office

Hours Full Time

Organization Type Corporate

Main Responsibilities

• Month-end & forecasts: Run close, planning and forecasting cycles error-free, on deadline.
• Reporting & insight: Review packs, produce commentary, and add business analysis.
• Stakeholder partnering: Liaise with UK FP&A, Finance Business Partners and Regional Controllers; onboard new reporting scopes.
• Process improvement: Automate controls, own KPI dashboards, and drive efficiency projects.
• Knowledge transfer & SME: Lead transitions, resolve escalations, support audit queries, and coach the team.
• Ad-hoc tasks: Prepare notes-to-accounts, handle complex issues and data requests.

Role Specific Knowledge And Experience

• 8-10 years FP&A / finance experience (multi-entity or international preferred).
• Strong analytical, planning and stakeholder-management skills.
• Proven ability to thrive in a fast-moving, matrixed environment.
• Fluent written and spoken English.

Qualifications

• Essential: CA, CA Inter or MBA Finance.
• Desirable: MBA Finance plus 7-8 years focused FP&A experience.

Skills: kpi dashboards , Finance, Accounting

Experience: 8.00-10.00 Years