FP&A Lead

This role is for one of the Weekday's clients

Salary range: Rs 800000 - Rs 1200000 (ie INR 8-12 LPA)

Min Experience: 4 years

Location: Gurgaon, Gurugram

JobType: full-time

We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented FP&A Lead to drive financial planning, performance analysis, and strategic forecasting for the organization. The ideal candidate will bring strong financial acumen, hands-on experience in budgeting and variance analysis, and the ability to translate financial insights into actionable business recommendations. This role is essential for enabling data-driven decision-making and supporting leadership in achieving financial and operational goals.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Planning & Forecasting

• Lead the development of annual operating plans, quarterly forecasts, and long-range financial models.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to gather input, validate assumptions, and ensure financial plans reflect business realities.
• Build dynamic financial models that capture key performance drivers, scenario analyses, and sensitivity assessments.
• Provide timely updates on forecast revisions, highlighting impacts to revenue, cost, and profitability.

2. Budgeting & Cost Management

• Oversee the end-to-end budgeting cycle, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and adherence to organizational targets.
• Collaborate with department heads to set spending benchmarks, monitor budget utilization, and identify opportunities for cost optimization.
• Review cost structures regularly and recommend improvements to enhance financial efficiency and operational effectiveness.

3. Financial Analysis & Variance Reporting

• Perform detailed variance analysis of actuals vs. budget/forecast, uncovering the root causes of performance deviations.
• Track key financial metrics including revenue, gross margins, operating expenses, cash flow, and working capital.
• Prepare and present monthly/quarterly analytical reports with insights, trends, and recommendations for senior management.
• Evaluate business initiatives, investment proposals, and operational changes through financial modeling and ROI analysis.

4. Performance Monitoring & Business Partnering

• Act as a strategic partner to business units by providing financial guidance and supporting decision-making.
• Develop dashboards, KPIs, and automated reporting tools to improve visibility into business performance.
• Work with operational teams to ensure alignment between financial goals and business execution.
• Participate in strategy discussions and contribute financial perspectives that support sustainable growth.

5. Process Improvement & Controls

• Enhance FP&A processes, methodologies, and reporting frameworks for improved efficiency and accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, financial policies, and audit requirements.
• Identify automation opportunities in reporting, data management, and model creation to streamline workflows.
• Maintain data integrity across systems and deliver consistent, high-quality financial outputs.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; MBA/CFA is an added advantage.
• 4–8 years of experience in FP&A, financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, or related roles.
• Strong command of financial modeling, advanced Excel, and analytical tools; experience with BI tools preferred.
• Deep understanding of P&L, balance sheet, cash flow mechanics, and financial ratios.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and stakeholder-management skills.
• Ability to work independently, handle multiple priorities, and deliver under tight deadlines with high attention to detail.