Financial Planning & Analysis Associate Vice President

AVP Financial Planning & Analysis - SS - Mumbai - Lower Parel - MM Finance & Accounts – AVP Financial Planning & Analysis Business Vertical: Finance & Accounts Department: Finance & Accounts Hiring Grade- M5-M6 Line of Business: Shared Services Proposed Reporting Manager: Head- Planning Position Title- AVP Financial Planning & Analysis Key Objectives of the Job: A highly motivated and analytical individual who plays a crucial role in supporting the development, execution, and evaluation of strategic initiatives that align with the organization's financial goals and objectives, including providing key insights to the senior leadership team. This position requires strong project management skills, collaborative approach, sharp understanding of NBFC business, financial expertise, analytical skills, and the ability to translate financial data into sharp actionable insights. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Planning: Collaborate with the senior leadership team to develop and refine the company's strategic objectives. Conduct thorough market research, industry analysis, and competitive assessments to identify growth opportunities and potential risks. Project Management: Lead cross-functional teams in the planning, execution, and monitoring of strategic projects. Develop project timelines, milestones, and deliverables to ensure successful project completion within established deadlines. Track and report project progress to the senior leadership, Group CFO and other stakeholders. Financial Analysis: Perform financial modeling and analysis to evaluate the financial impact of proposed strategic initiatives including new products and new partnerships. Work closely with the respective business finance teams to ensure alignment between strategic goals across businesses and financial performance. Risk Assessment: Identify potential risks associated with strategic initiatives and develop mitigation plans. Conduct scenario analysis to anticipate challenges and propose solutions to minimize negative impacts. Communication and Presentation: Prepare and deliver clear, concise, and compelling presentations for the CFO and executive team. Communicate strategic recommendations, insights, and progress updates effectively to stakeholders at all levels. Collaboration: Foster strong relationships with cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment and collaboration on strategic projects. Work closely with all departments such as sales, collections, credit, operations, risk, secretarial etc to gather relevant data and insights. Continuous Improvement: Monitor industry trends, market dynamics, and best practices to identify opportunities for continuous improvement in strategic planning processes. Provide feedback and recommendations for enhancing the effectiveness of strategic initiatives. Confidentiality – The individual is expected to handle confidential information with the utmost discretion and integrity. This includes, but is not limited to, financial data, strategic plans, business forecasts, and proprietary information. Specialized job competencies: Proven experience in strategic planning, project management, or financial analysis. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and draw meaningful insights. Excellent communication and presentation skills including visible confidence. Proficiency in financial modeling and analysis and ability to do market research. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team and influence stakeholders at various levels. Educational Qualification: MBA from Top tier B-School | Experience in Finance profile Desired Experience: 5 to 7 years of experience in project management or financial planning and analysis Location / s: Mumbai