Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) - India & South East Asia
GURGAON, HR, IN, 122001
It's an exciting time to be in APZ - McCormick's growth region. Our business here is transforming in remarkable ways. From the rice and spice fields of India and South East Asia to Australia's herb farms, our mosaic of rich distinct cultures inspires the boldest of flavours. Our headquarters and TIC in Singapore, along with our new and transformed facilities in Thailand, India and Australia are powering our regional growth ambitions. Here you'll find a culture that celebrates the best of both; the energy of and pulse of a startup and the solid legacy of our McCormick brand. We're a region on the rise - bold, committed and hungry - so only changemakers need apply!
The Role
Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Manager will assist with the preparation of consolidated internal/external financial reports, ILT reports, monthly financial analysis and provide ad hoc analysis for the organization.
Reporting to the India & SEA Commercial finance lead based out of Gurgaon, the role encompasses:
Key Accountabilities
Support LT in preparation of Long-term plan financials for ISEA working closely with Commercial, operations and other functions.
Support ISEA leadership team in preparation of Annual budget and all forecast submissions through out the year. He will be responsible to closely work with commercial and operations team to build detailed budgets and provide insights for a robust plan/Forecast.
Work closely with controls team to drive detailed insights around month end and quarter end financial results.
Work closely with respective functional finance FPR’s to build detailed insights on all components of P&L.
Work towards building and standardizing cause of change and insights in COPA and DW reports
Work with business partners to provide support and generate/facilitate requested reports
Execute value-added analysis and provide decision support for special projects and initiatives
Drive continuous process improvement along with CCI team.
Assist in developing finance and business presentations, related supporting materials
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Business Savvy with strong analytical skills.
Strong business partnering and interpersonal skills
Organized, flexible and easily adaptable to changing conditions
Ability to work well in high pressure situations in order to meet deadlines
High degree of proficiency with Excel, MS Access and PowerPoint
Strong project management skills
Ability to multi-task and manage numerous simultaneous priorities
High energy, high ownership of work product and dedication and commitment to driving results
Strong written and oral communication skills
Competencies Required:
Makes confident, fact-based decisions
Approaches problems from different perspectives in order to suggest and implement solutions
Forecasts issues in advance in order to prevent potential impacts; both internally and externally
Facilitates communication between team members to ensure efforts are aligned
Takes accountability for delivering on commitments; owns mistakes and uses them as
opportunities for learning and development
Ability to solve complex problems
Adept at using logic and reasoning to work through problems and analyze information
The Person
Chartered Accountant, MBA or other graduate degree in Finance related field, preferred
3+ years of work experience with business partnering exposure
Experience with financial planning and analysis functions, including annual budget, forecasts
Demonstrated success in financial modelling and analysis
What is on Offer
An opportunity to be part of a Global MNC
Person will be interacting with internal stakeholders and closely working with senior leadership team within ISEA and APZ Region.
Our ambitions are bold. If you are a change-maker with a passion for flavour and an appetite for a good challenge, come have a seat at our table. Your application will be treated in strict confidence.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. If you are a qualified applicant, you will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.