Defining business planning templates and forecasting, business planning, and review
process.
Prepare and present consolidated budget (annual/monthly/seasonal) and key financial
and business related analysis to management for approval
Communicate, train and assist HODs in use of templates, understand process etc. to
prepare their business budgets
In consultation with HODs define Key Performance Indicators to measure operational
performance
Provide data and analysis on past performance to support the planning process and to
guide target setting
Disseminate approved plans to HODs, and prepare monthly operational and financial
analysis / reports
Interact with senior management to understand variances and future impact
Monitor performance indicators, analyze trends / variances, identify issues and
opportunities
Prepare consolidated forecasts for review and decision by management - business plans,
budget vs. actual and followed action plan for the same.
Analyze and suggest areas for cost control and reduction
Prepare financial and operational reports / presentations for management / board of
directors
Market benchmarking, and share company’s financial and operating results against
industry performance
Consolidate and analyze purchase and sales data, competitor pricing data and other
internal benchmarks to develop a robust pricing model
Advice on pricing of all items/SKU’s to ensure that margins are as per objectives while
ensuring maximum sales at the price point as well
Contribute/advice on discounts to be offered after analyzing various factors like
inventory age, profit after discount etc.
Ensure that pricing and billing at stores are as per the organizational policies and
guidelines defined by the pricing model
Ensure and monitor implementation of internal control systems and templates for data
capture
Contribute to the continuous improvement of financial, control systems, financial
information systems and processes to ensure the efficient and effective operation of the
financial function
Ensure that all expenses and revenue generation for each department is captured in the
system and is as per the defined business plan, and facilitate and provide support for
audits
Maintain effective relationship with managers and officers within the function ensure
teamwork with related functions
Ensure that staff are developed, trained, motivated, evaluated for job performance and
compensated fairly
Experience : 2 to 4 Years
Education : Minimum qualification – CA.
Key Skills and Attributes:
Excellent analytical, data modeling, financial forecasting and prioritizing skills
Highly developed oral and written communication skills
Proficiency in market research, business plan creation and presentations skills
Strong influencing skills and ability to manage diverse stakeholders especially at senior
level
Preferred prior experience in handling financial planning and analysis profile