Manager- FP&A

HQ Cost Management & Analysis Lead HQ Flash, Actuals Review, and Forecast processes on a monthly basis. Manage HQ NOPBT, CoC, Task & Reserve, OCF, and Opex submissions. Drive HQ cost planning, true-ups, roll-ups, and AOP submissions. Perform detailed cost analysis, variance reviews, and ERC deep-dives to identify key performance drivers.

Cost Allocation & Business Partnership Manage AMESA-APAC cost-sharing and cross-charge activities. Oversee HQ zero-out activities and ensure compliance with allocation methodologies. Partner with Finance, Business Units, and Leadership teams to provide actionable financial insights. Support strategic initiatives, process improvements, automation projects, and ad hoc requests.

Annual Operating Plan (AOP) Coordinate end-to-end AOP cycles including Prelim, Phase 1, and Phase 2 submissions. Support business units in target setting, planning, and submission reviews. Consolidate, validate, and submit planning data in line with corporate requirements Planning, Forecasting & Reporting Lead monthly forecast reviews, submission checks, and reporting refresh activities.

Prepare leadership reporting including FLT, POR, Forecast Review, RF Reports, and CEO communications. Validate financial data, identify risks and opportunities, and ensure reporting accuracy. Support ad hoc reporting and business performance analysis. HFM & Cockpit Governance Lead HFM and Cockpit governance, including approvals, reviews, controls, and user support.

Own HFM templates (P&L, CoC, LFL, Opex, AOP) and annual forecast rollouts. Drive system enhancements and support HFM Cloud migration initiatives Continuous Improvement & Simplification Drive automation, standardization, and simplification of planning and reporting processes. Enhance reporting capabilities, governance frameworks, and financial controls across the organization 7-9 years of experience in finance and planning with strong business knowledge Bachelor’s/master’s degree in commerce/business administration/economics with a high level of Finance & Accounting Experience.

CA/ICWAI/MBA/CPA Finance is preferred Strong understanding of business processes Strong technical knowledge and experience in both Management reporting and planning processes Experience working in the FMCG sector Exceptional communication skills. Proficiency in the English language Overview The chosen candidate will work closely with the Sector HQ FP&A Team and support them on core FP&A Deliverables.

Responsibilities

HQ Cost Management & Analysis Lead HQ Flash, Actuals Review, and Forecast processes on a monthly basis. Manage HQ NOPBT, CoC, Task & Reserve, OCF, and Opex submissions. Drive HQ cost planning, true-ups, roll-ups, and AOP submissions. Perform detailed cost analysis, variance reviews, and ERC deep-dives to identify key performance drivers.

Cost Allocation & Business Partnership Manage AMESA-APAC cost-sharing and cross-charge activities. Oversee HQ zero-out activities and ensure compliance with allocation methodologies. Partner with Finance, Business Units, and Leadership teams to provide actionable financial insights. Support strategic initiatives, process improvements, automation projects, and ad hoc requests.

Annual Operating Plan (AOP) Coordinate end-to-end AOP cycles including Prelim, Phase 1, and Phase 2 submissions. Support business units in target setting, planning, and submission reviews. Consolidate, validate, and submit planning data in line with corporate requirements Planning, Forecasting & Reporting Lead monthly forecast reviews, submission checks, and reporting refresh activities.

Prepare leadership reporting including FLT, POR, Forecast Review, RF Reports, and CEO communications. Validate financial data, identify risks and opportunities, and ensure reporting accuracy. Support ad hoc reporting and business performance analysis. HFM & Cockpit Governance Lead HFM and Cockpit governance, including approvals, reviews, controls, and user support.

Own HFM templates (P&L, CoC, LFL, Opex, AOP) and annual forecast rollouts. Drive system enhancements and support HFM Cloud migration initiatives Continuous Improvement & Simplification Drive automation, standardization, and simplification of planning and reporting processes. Enhance reporting capabilities, governance frameworks, and financial controls across the organization Qualifications 7-9 years of experience in finance and planning with strong business knowledge Bachelor’s/master’s degree in commerce/business administration/economics with a high level of Finance & Accounting Experience.

CA/ICWAI/MBA/CPA Finance is preferred Strong understanding of business processes Strong technical knowledge and experience in both Management reporting and planning processes Experience working in the FMCG sector Exceptional communication skills. Proficiency in the English language