Accountant

Manager, Finance -2307001387W
Description

The candidate will be responsible for leading Franchise business support and analytics, business partner by leading planning and analysis activities for the same, P&L management and special projects for Consumer India. Also work with finance partners in global finance, Tax and FP&A Team. Responsibilities include:

Financial Support
• Provide financial analysis and support for Franchises
• Preparation and Analysis of P&L for the Franchise
• Lead discussions on GP improvement for both Franchise & Channels by working on various initiatives viz. RGM, portfolio mix, supporting New Product Launches, Promo evaluations etc.
• Lead Business Planning process within the responsible Franchise (annual Business Plan, Forecasts/Updates, Strategic Planning etc.) working with other team members within Finance BUF and FP&A.
• Period closing activities of the Franchise spends (co-work with accounting department), including variance analysis and management report preparation and explanations.
• Timely and effective analysis, to drive business, make recovery plans, control and allocate investments and expenses, all with the objective to achieve business objectives of the responsible Franchise.
• Lead all special projects for Consumer India
• Lead the P&L management for Consumer India with scenario planning, LE submissions and P&L analytics
• Timely and proactive feedback on financial implications of events to key stakeholders.
• Ensure policies and procedures are followed including compliance with WWP / SOX guidelines

Management Support
• Support and challenge Franchise leads and other team members, as a core Business Partner.
• Proactively make recommendations and take actions to achieve Business Plan.
• Support the construction of the Franchise strategy, translate Franchise strategy into Business Planning
• Support strong Compliance awareness, within the Franchise.
• Educate and coach Franchise members, to achieve business growth
• Understand the monthly sales trends and drivers by channel / product line and ensure steps are taken to address gaps with Sales and Marketing teams.
• Participate in New Product Introduction (NPI) by evaluating the opportunities and managing all aspects of financial assessment including ROI, IRR, and cash flow analysis

Qualifications

Q u a li f i c atio n s

P r efe rr ed A r ea o f St ud y : Finance/Accounting, CA / CMA or other financial certification.

Re qu i r ed Y e a r s o f Re l at e d E x p e r i e nc e: ~10+ years

P r efe rr ed Kn o w l e d g e, Ski l l s a n d A b ili tie s :
• Strong business partnering skills to influence / partner with business stakeholders
• Ability to manage and negotiate with internal/external stakeholders
• Strong analytical skills and business acumen
• Strong knowledge of Finance / Accounting principles and processes
• Should be a strong team player
• Independent thinking and strong planning/prioritization are critical to success
• Should have passion for data analytics and insights gathering from same

Key working relationships :
• Commercial Team
• FP&A team and regional team
• Shared service Finance teams / Global services

Location / mobility:

The position is currently based out of Mumbai

Reporting:

Would be reporting into Finance Controller, Consumer India.

Primary Location Asia Pacific-India-Maharashtra-Greater Mumbai
Organization JNTL Consumer Health (India) Private Limited

Job Function Finance