Manager / Senior Manager - FP&A

Alembic Pharmaceuticals; Vadodara; On-site; INR 2,800,000 - 5,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Alembic Pharmaceuticals is seeking a Manager/Senior Manager - FP&A to lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis for our manufacturing business. The role requires SAP FICO expertise, strong financial modelling, and cross-functional partnership to drive business performance.

Responsibilities include budgeting, forecasting, MIS reporting, KPI development, and capacity/capex evaluation with exposure to M&A modelling.

Qualifications

• CA / CFA / CWA certification or equivalent is required.
• 8–12 years total experience with minimum 3 years in SAP-enabled manufacturing FP&A.

Responsibilities

• Lead Budgeting & Forecasting: annual operating plan and rolling forecasts.
• Conduct variance, margin, and cost-structure analyses.
• Prepare MIS reports and KPI dashboards for leadership and board reviews.
• Build investment appraisals (NPV, IRR) and support capex decisions.
• Coordinate statutory audits and tax compliance support.
• Oversee payroll integration with SAP and financial books.

Skills

Analytical

Strategic planning

Financial modelling

Cross-functional partnering

Communication

Education

CA / CWA / CFA

Tools

SAP FICO

SAP MM

SAP SD

Job description

We are looking for Manager / Senior Manager - FP&A to lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis for our manufacturing business.

The ideal candidate will bring strong SAP FICO expertise, deep understanding of financial modelling, and the ability to partner with cross-functional teams to drive business performance.

Key Responsibilities :

1. Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead the preparation of the Annual Operating Plan (AOP)
• Manage quarterly and rolling forecasts
• Support long-term strategic planning (35 years)
• Conduct scenario planning & sensitivity analysis for critical business decisions

2. Financial Analysis

• Perform variance analysis (Actual vs. Budget / Prior Year / Forecast)
• Conduct margin analysis (Gross Margin, EBITDA)
• Analyze cost structure (fixed vs. variable)
• Review working capital trends and improvement opportunities

3. Management Reporting

• Prepare monthly/quarterly MIS reports and analytical dashboards
• Support board-level presentations and investor discussions
• Develop KPI scorecards for business leaders
• Conduct segment/division-level performance reviews

4. Business Modelling

• Perform investment appraisal including NPV, IRR, payback analysis
• Support capacity expansion and capital expenditure evaluation
• Assist in M&A financial modelling and due diligence support

5. Performance Monitoring

• Identify financial risks and opportunities
• Provide early warning indicators and actionable insights
• Monitor financial discipline across departments

6. Financial Statements & Consolidation

• Assist in preparation/review of financial statements
• Support group-level financial consolidation processes

7. Statutory Audit & Audit Coordination

• Coordinate with auditors for statutory audits
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timely closure

8. Tax Assessment & Compliance Support

• Provide data/support for tax assessments
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations

9. Payroll Accounting Integration & Review

• Oversee payroll accounting processes
• Ensure accurate integration with SAP and financial books

10. Accounts Receivable / Accounts Payable

• Review AR/AP performance and controls
• Conduct ageing analysis, trend review, and process improvements

Preferred Candidate Profile:

• Qualification : CA / CWA / CFA.
• Experience :8 to 12 years, including minimum 3 years in a SAP-enabled manufacturing environment
• SAP Expertise: SAP FICO hands-on mandatory; SAP MM & SD preferred
• Strong expertise in SAP FICO; exposure to MM & SD is a plus
• Experience in manufacturing industry is mandatory
• Strong analytical, financial modelling & strategic planning skills
• Proven track record in FP&A, budgeting, and performance management
• Excellent communication skills for cross-functional partnering
• Proficiency in Excel, Power BI, and financial modelling tools.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality outputs