Assistant Manager - Financial Planning & Analysis

About the role

The Assistant Manager – Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) will support strategic decision‑making by delivering accurate financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting and MIS reporting. This role ensures data integrity, drives cost‑control initiatives and helps maintain compliance with financial regulations.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct financial analysis and reporting to identify trends, variances and performance metrics, providing actionable insights for management.
• Assist in developing annual budgets, quarterly forecasts and long‑term financial projections aligned with business objectives.
• Perform variance analysis, compare actual results against budgets/forecasts and recommend corrective actions.
• Prepare and present MIS reports, including store‑wise P&L statements, balance sheets and other financial reports.
• Ensure timely month‑end closing of financial modules in accounting systems.
• Evaluate CAPEX proposals and store feasibility studies.
• Perform ledger scrutiny, trial balance reviews and general ledger reconciliation to guarantee data accuracy.
• Support insurance processes for retail outlets, assets, warehouses and offices.
• Develop and maintain financial models for investment planning and risk management.
• Monitor compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies, and assist in audit processes.

Required profile

• 5‑7 years of experience in MIS, IT management or related finance functions, preferably in a leadership role.
• Proficiency in database management, data analysis and ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving and project‑management capabilities.

Required skills

• Data Analysis
• MIS reporting
• ERP systems
• Database Management
• Financial analysis
• Forecasting
• Budgeting
• Cost Control
• Risk Assessment
• Compliance