Vice President Finance

Havas Media Network; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 550,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Havas Media Network is seeking a senior finance professional to join as AVP – Financial Planning & Analysis. The role leads planning, forecasting, and business partnering to drive strategic decisions and sustainable growth.

You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams and report to senior leadership, applying CA expertise and 15+ years of FP&A experience. Key focus areas include building robust financial models, delivering insightful reporting, and partnering with business units to optimize

Qualifications

• CA certification with Big4 experience required.
• 15+ years of experience in FP&A, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis.
• Strong financial modelling and variance analysis skills.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead Financial Planning & Forecasting: budgets, forecasts, and long-term plans.
• Oversee Financial Analysis & Reporting: dashboards and MIS for senior management.
• Drive Variance Analysis & Business Partnering with stakeholders to identify risks and opportunities.

Skills

Financial modelling

Variance analysis

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Chartered Accountant (CA)

Tools

MS Excel

Power BI

Job description

JOB SUMMARY: We are seeking a dynamic finance professional to join our team as AVP – Financial Planning & Analysis. The role will be responsible for driving financial planning, analysis, and business partnering to support strategic decision making and sustainable growth.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. 1. Financial Planning & Forecasting Prepare annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and long-term financial plans. Collaborate with business units to align forecasts with organizational goals. Develop financial models to support business planning and decision-making.
2. 2. Financial Analysis & Reporting Analyze actual financial results against budgets and forecasts. Provide insights into revenue, costs, margins, and operational performance. Prepare and present financial reports, dashboards, and MIS for senior management.
3. 3. Variance Analysis & Business Partnering Investigate and explain variances in revenue, costs, and profitability. Partner with business stakeholders to identify risks, opportunities, and cost optimization initiatives. Act as a trusted advisor to business units by providing financial insights and recommendations.

PROFILE REQUIREMENTS:

• Chartered Accountant and Big$ experience is mandatory
• 15+ years of experience in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis.
• Strong understanding of financial modelling, reporting tools, and variance analysis.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams and senior stakeholders.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Power BI, or other financial planning/reporting tools is an advantage.

PREFERRED SKILLS: - - -

• Excellent research and analytical thinking skills
• Technologically sound Excellent verbal and writing skills