Senior Manager - Plan to Perform

lseg; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 3,000,000 - 5,400,000; Full time

Job summary

LSEG in Bengaluru is seeking an experienced leader to drive FP&A process transformation across budgeting, forecasting, and reporting. The role focuses on eliminating manual steps, standardizing processes, and delivering scalable automation solutions with Power Platform, Power BI, VBA, Python, and RPA.

You will partner with IT and finance teams to build self-service analytics, develop KPIs, and enable executive decision-making.

Qualifications

• MBA, CA, CMA, CPA or equivalent professional qualification.
• 15+ years of FP&A, finance transformation, BI, or process automation experience.
• Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and management accounting processes.
• Knowledge of AI/ML and Generative AI applications in finance.

Responsibilities

• Lead FP&A process transformation initiatives across budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
• Design and implement automation using Power Platform, VBA, Python, and RPA to reduce manual work.
• Manage end-to-end finance transformation projects from business case to stabilization.
• Develop KPIs and insights for executives to drive performance improvements.
• Drive change management with training and governance to ensure adoption of new tools.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Financial acumen

Process improvement

Data analytics and visualization

Project leadership

Change management

Problem solving

Communication and influencing skills

Education

MBA

CA

CMA

CPA

Tools

Power Platform

Power BI

VBA

Alteryx

Python

SQL

RPA

Job description

FP&A Process Transformation

Lead automation and optimization initiatives across budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, management reporting, and performance analytics.

Find opportunities to eliminate manual activities and improve process efficiency.

• Standardize FP&A processes and reporting frameworks across business units.
• Drive continuous improvement through Lean, Six Sigma, and best-practice methodologies.

Automation & Digital Solutions

Design and implement automation solutions using tools such as Power Platform, Power BI, VBA, Alteryx, Python, SQL, and RPA technologies.

Partner with IT and data engineering teams to develop scalable finance automation solutions.

Build automated dashboards, reporting solutions, and self-service analytics capabilities.

Implement workflow automation and controls to improve data quality and governance.

Project Management

Lead end-to-end finance transformation projects from business case development through implementation and stabilization.

Define project scope, timelines, milestones, risks, and success metrics.

Manage stakeholder communications and executive reporting.

Coordinate cross-functional resources to ensure successful project delivery.

Analytics & Reporting

Create KPIs and performance metrics to measure process effectiveness and automation benefits.

Support executive and business leadership with actionable insights.

Change Management & Stakeholder Engagement

Act as a change champion for finance transformation initiatives.

Conduct training and enablement sessions for FP&A users.

Develop process documentation, user guides, and governance frameworks.

Develop adoption of automation solutions across finance teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA, CA, CMA, CPA, or equivalent professional qualification.
• 15+ years of experience in FP&A, Finance Transformation, Business Intelligence, or Process Automation.
• Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and management accounting processes.
• Knowledge of AI/ML and Generative AI applications in finance.

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinking
• Financial acumen
• Process improvement approach
• Data analytics and visualization
• Project leadership
• Change management
• Problem solving
• Communication and influencing skills

About us:

LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) is more than a diversified global financial markets infrastructure and data business. We are dedicated, open-access partners with a dedication to excellence in delivering the services our customers expect from us. With extensive experience, deep knowledge and worldwide presence across financial markets, we enable businesses and economies around the world to fund innovation, manage risk and create jobs. It's how we've contributed to supporting the financial stability and growth of communities and economies globally for more than 300 years. Through a comprehensive suite of trusted financial market infrastructure services - and our open-access model - we provide the flexibility, stability and trust that enable our customers to pursue their ambitions with confidence and clarity. LSEG is headquartered in the United Kingdom, with significant operations in over 60 countries across EMEA, North America, Latin America and Asia Pacific. We employ 25,000 people globally, more than half located in Asia Pacific.

Our people:

People are at the heart of what we do and drive the success of our business. Our values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence and Change shape how we think, how we do things and how we help our people fulfil their potential. We embrace diversity and actively seek to attract individuals with unique backgrounds and perspectives. We break down barriers and encourage teamwork, enabling innovation and rapid development of solutions that make a difference. Our workplace generates an enriching and rewarding experience for our people and customers alike. Our vision is to build an inclusive culture in which everyone feels encouraged to fulfil their potential. We know that real personal growth cannot be achieved by simply climbing a career ladder - which is why we encourage and enable a wealth of avenues and interesting opportunities for everyone to broaden and deepen their skills and expertise. As a global organisation spanning over 60 countries and one rooted in a culture of growth, opportunity, diversity and innovation, LSEG is a place where everyone can grow, develop and fulfil your potential with meaningful careers.

Career Stage:

Manager

LSEG Information:

Join us and be part of a team that values innovation, quality, and continuous improvement. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and make a significant impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Our purpose:

LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth.

Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture