POSITION TITLE:
Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Analyst
REPORTING LINE:
Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
LOCATION: Porur, Chennai
ORGANISATION PROFILE
Founded in 2018, the Phenna Group is a dynamic organisation specialising in the Testing, Inspection, Certification & Compliance (TICC) sector. We focus on partnering with high-performing businesses globally, creating a group of market-leading companies that deliver exceptional technical and compliance services across a range of industries. Phenna Group has operations in India through its subsidiary, A-Star Testing & Inspection Pvt. Ltd. The selected candidate will be hired under this entity.
POSITION PURPOSE
Working across the Asia Pacific region, this role supports the FP&A Manager in the planning, forecasting and analysis functions that are pivotal in driving financial performance. The role plays a critical part in translating financial data into actionable insights to support strategic decision-making and drive business growth.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Financial Planning and Analysis
- Support regional planning activities including budgeting and forecasting.
- Add value through the provision of insightful monthly commentary.
- Develop and maintain financial models to support business planning and scenario analysis.
- Assist with pricing and cost management reviews across the region by developing in depth analysis and models with actionable outcomes.
- Monitor financial performance against budget and forecasts, providing timely insights to senior management.
Reporting
- Prepare and present comprehensive financial reports, including variance analysis and KPI tracking.
- Ensure accurate and timely reporting of financial data in line with Group requirements.
Strategic Support
- Support the FP&A Manager to partner with both regional and local business leaders to provide strategic financial insights and recommendations.
- Assist in evaluating potential investments, business initiatives and M&A opportunities.
Collaboration
- Work closely with cross-functional teams, including Group Finance, company finance and commercial teams to gather data and align financial strategies.
- Adopt a culture of financial accountability and awareness.
Process Improvement
- Provide assistance and education on the Global Planning tool to Finance and Business leaders to maximise the value to the business.
- Identify and escalate to the FP&A Manager process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
- Assist in the implementation of identifies process improvements.
- Stay updated on industry trends and best practices to continuously refine FP&A methodologies.
People
- At all times take a business partnering and customer service approach to support businesses.
General
- Ensure adoption of and adherence to global policies including accounting and global compliance policies (delegation of authority, AML, ABC, Sanctions etc).
- Be compliant with all Phenna Group Policies and Procedures.
- Undertake other duties in line with skills and experience as requested.
QUALIFICATIONS and/or EXPERIENCE
- Tertiary qualifications in Accounting/Business/Finance (or related field)
- Current CPA or CA registration (preferred)
- 5 years + experience in similar financial roles, with experience working in multi-national companies
- A clear understanding of the professional, ethical and legal responsibilities relevant to the position and demonstrated ability to maintain compliance, manage risks and promote corporate governance
- Commercial acumen, an understanding of growth strategies with strong awareness of the bottom line
- Ability to influence without direct reporting lines is essential
- Demonstrated comprehensive experience with accounting software and advanced level of MS Excel
REQUIRED SKILLS
- Negotiates with influence and exhibits strong stakeholder management skills
- Sound decision making skills based on accurate and timely analysis
- Attention to detail
- Change and innovation experience
- Highly developed communication skills (written and verbal), fluent in English
- Adapts approach, goals and methods to achieve solutions and results in dynamic situations
- Business Planning ability to assist the FP&A Manager in the development of clear and logical business plans that support the goals of the business
- Analytical thinking carries out in-depth and complex analysis
- Build and maintain effective relationships
- Professional presentation
- Achieves goals and meets agreed deadlines
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Positive and flexible attitude
- Ability to maintain a high level of privacy and confidentiality
- Flexibility to work across multiple time-zones
SAFETY and COMPLIANCE
- Must demonstrate proactive HSE behaviours towards all reporting staff.
- Must follow lawful instructions from employer for their safety and health.
- Must report safety or health issues in the workplace.