Overview:
Lead the financial evaluation and business partnering agenda for India BU Innovation projects by providing robust financial analysis, business case development, profitability assessments, and decision support throughout the innovation stage-gate process. Partner closely with Commercial, Marketing, FP&A, Sales, Supply Chain, R&D, and Project teams to influence business decisions, challenge assumptions, identify risks and opportunities, and ensure delivery of value-accretive innovation initiatives. Drive governance excellence, financial accuracy, and continuous process improvements while serving as the key Finance representative for innovation projects and business reviews.
Responsibilities:
- Lead financial evaluation and business case development for innovation projects across stage-gate milestones.
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Build and maintain Innovation P&Ls, profitability models, and investment assessments.
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Partner with Marketing, Commercial, Sales, Supply Chain, R&D, and FP&A teams to validate assumptions and drive decisions.
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Provide financial recommendations for Hopper, Gate 1, Gate 2, and leadership governance reviews.Identify risks, opportunities, and value-enhancing actions to improve project economics.
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Prepare and present financial insights, business cases, and approval materials to leadership teams.
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Support AOP & Forecast in Volume/Value submissions.
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Execute COPA month-end analysis and provide performance variance commentary.
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Ensure data accuracy, governance compliance, and alignment across innovation systems and reports.
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Drive process improvements, automation, and standardization within Innovation Finance
Qualifications:
- 7-8 years of experience preferred in FP&A role in a manufacturing company, FMCG preferred
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Bachelor’s/Master’s Degree in commerce/business administration with a high level of Finance & Accounting Experience. CA/ICWAI/MBA/CPA Finance is preferred
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Sound knowledge of Financial systems (SAP, MS Office and Other financial reporting systems)
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Strong understanding of business processes related to Supply Chain & Commercial
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Strong technical knowledge and experience of both Management reporting and planning processes
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Exceptional communication skills. Proficiency in the English language
