Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

• Work closely with Department Heads and CXOs to formulate short, medium, and long-term growth strategies for the organization. • Set and monitor departmental targets and budgets, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives. • Optimize operational costs by providing insights to improve productivity, internal efficiencies, and streamline processes. • Identify and drive revenue enhancement opportunities across the business. • Implement and maintain strong internal controls and systems to support business growth and compliance. • Lead financial planning and analysis for the company and handle all requirements of the Airports Economic Regulatory Authority of India (AERA).

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES • Strategic business planning and financial modeling. • Target setting, annual budgets, and quarterly forecasts. • Performance monitoring, variance analysis, and reporting. • Capex planning, monitoring, and controlling. • Business controlling, including commercial proforma support. • Cost monitoring, optimization, and approvals. • Inputs and oversight on risk and compliance functions (e.g., Tax, Secretarial). • Preparation and submission of all AERA documentation, including Annual Compliance Statements. • Promote collaborative partnerships and cross-functional teamwork.

• ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES • Update and maintain the Business Plan and Financial Model periodically. • Act as part of the think-tank of the company to evolve, review, and revise corporate strategic planning and long-term objectives. • Spearhead the annual budgeting exercise for WFSBPL, coordinate with functions and support Group consolidation. • Monitor and report monthly performance and variance analysis (Budget vs. Actual). • Review cost optimization and efficiency improvement initiatives. • Review business cases for capex investments and revenue enhancement projects. • Support procurement in negotiations for high-value contracts. • Provide financial inputs to the commercial team for pricing and proposals. • Develop the capital budget in line with business plans and actual requirements. • Provide analytical support for capital investment decisions, including outsourcing alternatives. • Ensure timely finalization of regulated charges with AERA and monitor comparable cargo terminal tariffs. • Update financial inputs (budget and actuals) for Group reporting in SAP. • Conduct periodic reviews with departments, regional and Group leadership. • Identify and communicate commercial and financial risks and opportunities. • Execute risk review processes in line with global standards to minimize risks and exposures.

• Education – Cost Accountant / Chartered Accountant / MBA (Finance). • Experience – 4–8 years of post-qualification experience in Controlling, FP&A, or related finance roles in reputed organizations. • Computer Skills – Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Working knowledge of Oracle Financials ERP and Tally. Knowledge & Work Skills – • Profound knowledge of key financial functions with strong FP&A expertise. • Experience across Indian GAAP, Ind AS, IFRS, asset management, business planning, controlling, project finance, and audits. • Strong Excel modeling skills and analytical capability. • Skilled in negotiation, communication, and management. • Ability to lead teams, work collaboratively, and deliver results under pressure.