Business Finance Manager | HigherEducation

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About Us -

upGrad is an online education platform building the careers of tomorrow by offering the most industry-relevant programs in an immersive learning experience. Our mission is to create a new digital-first learning experience to deliver tangible career impact to individuals at scale. upGrad currently offers programs in Data Science, Machine Learning, Product Management, Digital Marketing, and Entrepreneurship, etc. upGrad is looking for people passionate about management and education to help design learning programs for working professionals to stay sharp and stay relevant and help build the careers of tomorrow.

Designation – Business Finance Manager (HigherEducation)

Work Location – Bangalore

Work Mode – In-Office

Qualification –CA / CFA

Job Overview - We are seeking a highly motivated and analytically driven individual for the role of Manager – Business Finance within our HigherEducation division. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in driving financial planning, analysis, and business partnering activities to support the division's strategic goals. This position requires 4+ years of relevant experience in business finance or FP&A, coupled with strong financial acumen and excellent interpersonal skills.

Key Responsibilities -

• Own end-to-end financial planning cadence including annual budgets, rolling forecasts, and monthly performance reviews with senior stakeholders.
• Drive budget vs. actual variance analysis, clearly articulating key drivers, risks, and corrective actions to enable timely business decisions.
• Provide detailed financial analysis of key performance indicators (KPIs) and other business metrics to inform strategic planning.
• Proactively flag financial risks and opportunities, recommending actions to protect margins and improve cash flows.
• Act as a strategic finance partner to sales, operations, and delivery teams to influence pricing, cost structures, and profitability outcomes.
• Partner with controllership to ensure financial governance, accuracy, and compliance in reporting and business metrics.
• Perform detailed cost and margin analysis across services, identifying areas for margin improvement.
• Identify and drive process improvements and automation opportunities to enhance financial accuracy, efficiency, and turnaround time.

Required Qualification and Skills -

• Professional certifications (CA, CFA).
• 4+ years of experience in business finance / FP&A roles.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel, financial modelling, and ERP systems.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to interact effectively with crossfunctional teams and senior management.

Why Join upGrad

• Opportunity to contribute to one of India's leading EdTech organizations.
• Exposure to large-scale digital campaigns and brand initiatives.
• Collaborative and high-growth work environment.
• Learning and development opportunities across diverse business functions.