Job Description
Director, Financial Planning and Analysis
Location: Delhi
Reports to: Head of Finance / CFO (US-based)
Team: 3–5 Financial Analysts
Function: Finance
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Director, FP&A to lead our India-based finance team and provide end-to-end financial support for our global (US-based) organization. This role will manage financial planning across multiple businesses, drive strategic planning and analysis, and partner closely with US leadership to deliver actionable insights that support business growth and operational e iciency. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who thrives in a dynamic, high-growth, global environment and has a strong track record of building and mentoring high-performing f inance teams.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Leadership & Strategy • Own and manage financial models for both revenue and expense for assigned business units, ensuring accuracy, insight, and alignment with organizational goals. • Partner with the US and India finance and executive leadership teams to drive strategic decision-making through financial analysis and forecasting. • Develop and execute annual budgets, long-range plans, and rolling forecasts. • Deliver actionable insights on business performance, cost optimization, and revenue growth opportunities. Close & External Reporting Support • Support monthly and quarterly close processes including flux analysis and executive commentary • Partner with Investor Relations and Finance leadership on earnings prep, KPI disclosures, guidance scenarios, and talking points • Prepare Board-ready materials and business review packets for senior leadership Operational Excellence • Lead and mentor a team of 3–5 financial analysts, fostering analytical rigor, accuracy, and professional growth. • Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting to US stakeholders. • Implement and enhance financial models, tools, and dashboards to improve visibility and decision-making. • Partner closely with accounting team to ensure proper financial controls, compliance, and reporting integrity. • Drive process automation and standardization across forecasting, reporting, and analysis functions. Business Partnership • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams (Operations, Sales, HR, Product, etc.) to support strategic initiatives. • Translate financial data into business narratives and recommendations for leadership. • Provide financial leadership for new projects, pricing, and investment decisions.
Qualifications Education & Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (MBA or CA/CPA preferred). • 12+ years of progressive experience in corporate finance, FP&A, or business f inance. • Minimum 5 years in a leadership role managing teams and full P&L ownership. • Experience supporting or partnering with US-based or multinational organizations. • Strong understanding of GAAP, FP&A tools, and financial modeling. Skills & Attributes • Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills. • Strong communication skills with the ability to present financial insights to non f inancial stakeholders. • Proven leadership experience building and scaling high-performing teams. • High proficiency in Excel and familiarity with modern financial systems (e.g., NetSuite, Adaptive, Power BI). • Comfortable working in a global time zone environment and collaborating virtually with US teams.
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