Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

Company Description

Zest HR Services is a recruitment consulting firm specializing in niche and lateral hiring across ITES (BPO / KPO, Shared Services, GCC) Finance, Technology, Healthcare, and emerging industries. We focus on connecting organizations with exceptional professionals who drive growth and transformation. Leveraging deep expertise in specialized skill sets and industry knowledge, we source candidates for highly specific roles including ITES leadership, finance specialists, and technology experts. Our tailored approach ensures placements at mid, senior, and leadership levels, aligning talent with strategic business objectives to create immediate and long-term impact.

Role Description

• Business Partnering with Sales and Operational leads in the Business. This will involve significant daily interaction with colleagues to provide accurate forecasting as well as understanding the key financial implications of the actions of the business.
• Produce accurate forecastsofcosts andbenefits.
• Revenue assurance and associated query resolution.
• Leading the budgeting and forecasting exercise, periodic review of performance against targets and ensure that the key drivers of variances are explained.
• Supportthe businesswith necessary management and financial information as part of their growth plans.
• Detailed analysis of resource utilisation, FTE mix, rate card, overheads and other cost ledgers.
• Deliver monthly and ad-hoc reporting as per deadlines / requirements.
• Provide pricing and business case supporton need basis.
• Assist financeteam in streamlining existingprocesses anddesigning new reports and processes where necessary.Be proactive in providing feedback and ideas to develop and improve overall finance process.
• Lead in calls with stakeholders, liaising with internal / external auditors during annual

Qualifications

• Needs to be CA Qualified.
• Post qualification 5+ years of relevant FP&A exp with Business Partnering
• Proficiency in Financial Planning and Budgeting & Forecasting to ensure accurate and strategic financial management.
• Strong Analytical Skills to interpret financial data and provide actionable insights for business strategy and decision-making.
• Expertise in Finance and Financial Modeling to analyze, develop, and present comprehensive financial models.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills to collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills