Financial Planning Modernization Director

Skills Required: FP&A Transformation and Analytics

Location:

Gurugram/Bengaluru Designation:

I&F Decision Sci Practitioner Manager (CL7 - AVP equivalent) Qualifications:

MBA/MCOM/CA/CMA Years of Experience:

12 to 18 years

What would you do? You will deliver breakthrough business outcomes for clients—by harnessing talent, data and intelligence to redefine their operating models. We are seeking an experienced FP&A Transformation Leader to drive financial planning and analysis modernization initiatives for our clients. This role combines deep FP&A domain expertise with cutting-edge technology capabilities to reimagine traditional finance processes and deliver measurable business outcomes.

What are we looking for? - Apply deep subject matter expertise in core FP&A processes including strategic planning, budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and performance reporting to design optimal future-state solutions - Leverage advanced analytics and AI/ML technologies to build predictive models, scenario planning capabilities, and intelligent forecasting systems that transform traditional FP&A approaches - Conduct comprehensive process assessments to identify automation opportunities and design optimal technology-enabled workflows that reduce manual effort while improving accuracy - Translate complex financial concepts into technical requirements and vice versa, serving as the bridge between finance and technology teams - Help build data-driven FP&A platforms using modern technologies (cloud-based EPM systems, data visualization tools, robotic process automation) to create scalable, real-time financial insights - Support pursuit activities by developing compelling demonstrations of FP&A transformation capabilities and participating in client pitches - Contribute to RFP responses with technical solution design, project estimates, and implementation approaches for FP&A modernization opportunities - Advanced proficiency in one or more EPM platforms (Anaplan, Adaptive Insights, OneStream, Oracle PBCS, SAP BPC) - Strong data analytics capabilities using tools such as Alteryx, Tableau, Power BI, Python, or R for financial modeling and visualization - Experience with AI/ML applications in finance including predictive analytics, automated forecasting, and intelligent process automation - Database and data management knowledge including SQL, data warehousing concepts, and ETL processes - Develop business cases and ROI models for proposed FP&A transformation initiatives, including cost-benefit analysis and implementation roadmaps