Head - Business Financial Reporting & Analysis

Role Overview:

As the Head of Business Financial Reporting & Analysis, you will serve as a strategic partner to the leadership team, overseeing the entire spectrum of financial planning, performance reporting, and analytical insights. In this high-impact role, you will bridge the gap between complex financial data and actionable business strategy, ensuring that the organization maintains a rigorous pulse on its fiscal health. You will work closely with cross-functional department heads and executive stakeholders to drive operational efficiency, optimize capital allocation, and provide the foresight necessary to navigate market volatility. By leading a high-performing team, you will shape the financial narrative of the company, directly influencing long-term growth trajectories and shareholder value.

Key Responsibilities:

- Direct the end-to-end financial reporting process to provide the executive board with accurate, timely, and insightful performance dashboards that facilitate informed decision-making.

- Spearhead the annual budgeting and rolling forecast cycles, aligning departmental goals with corporate financial objectives to ensure optimal resource utilization.

- Develop sophisticated financial models to evaluate new business opportunities, capital investments, and cost-optimization initiatives, providing a clear roadmap for ROI.

- Partner with senior business leaders to translate financial data into strategic narratives, identifying key performance drivers and potential risks to the bottom line.

- Oversee the implementation of robust financial controls and analytical frameworks to enhance the integrity of management reporting and ensure compliance with internal standards.

- Mentor and lead a diverse team of finance professionals, fostering a culture of analytical excellence and continuous process improvement across the finance function.

Required Skillset:

- Demonstrated mastery in financial reporting and complex data analysis, with a proven ability to synthesize large datasets into concise executive summaries.

- Expert-level proficiency in financial modeling and long-range planning, with the ability to build scalable frameworks that support rapid business expansion.

- Exceptional stakeholder management skills, with the capacity to influence senior leadership and communicate intricate financial concepts to non-finance audiences.

- Strong strategic mindset, capable of identifying macro-economic trends and internal operational shifts that impact the company's financial performance.

- Proven track record of leading large teams in a fast-paced environment, with a focus on talent development and cross-functional collaboration.

- A background in a top-tier CA, MBA, or CFA program is highly preferred, reflecting a strong foundation in corporate finance and accounting principles.

- Ability to thrive in a collaborative, on-site work environment in Bangalore, demonstrating the agility to manage competing priorities in a high-growth setting.

- Minimum of 14 - 20 years of progressive experience in corporate finance, financial planning, and business analysis within large-scale organizations.