Manager Finance

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Job Description

JOB INFORMATION:

Position Title:

Manager – MIS and Financial Reporting

Division

AIL

Report to

Head, Finance

Country

Mumbai, India

JOB SUMMARY

• We are seeking a high-potential, detail-oriented FP&A professional to join our finance team. This role will primarily support the P&L management and financial planning processes, driving insights into business performance and enabling decision-making.
• The ideal candidate will have strong financial acumen, a solid grounding in accounting fundamentals, and an analytical mindset.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

1.

P&L Management & Financial Reporting:

• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes with a focus on P&L accuracy and completeness.

• Prepare and review key P&L line items, including revenue adjustments, accruals, and expense provisions.

• Ensure timely submission of management reports and divisional financials in line with reporting timelines.

• Assist in maintaining compliance with applicable accounting standards (Ind AS / IFRS) and Abbott policies.

2.

Financial Planning & Analysis:

• Perform monthly analysis of sales, margins, and SG&A, including variance and gap analysis vs. plan/forecast.

• Generate actionable insights and support development of corrective actions.

• Support periodic forecasting exercises (RLBE / rolling forecasts) and annual budgeting cycles.

3. Business Partnering

• Support SG&A governance, including review of spends, activity payouts, and cost optimization initiatives.
• Enable better decision-making through structured financial analysis and scenario modelling.

4.

MIS & Analytics:

• Develop and enhance MIS reporting to improve visibility of business performance.

• Leverage tools such as Power BI / Excel / Python to automate reporting and improve efficiency.

• Identify process improvement opportunities in reporting and consolidation workflows.

5.

Financial Controls & Compliance:

• Ensure adherence to internal control frameworks and financial governance processes.

• Support audits, reviews, and documentation to maintain financial integrity.

• Work closely with CFS on policy updates and compliance matters, including CSR compliance.

6.

Operational & Working Capital Focus:

• Support initiatives to improve working capital efficiency and cost management.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

• Chartered Accountant (CA) or MBA in Finance from a reputed institution.

• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in financial analysis, reporting, and strategic planning, preferably in a corporate or consulting environment.

• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial statements, and consolidation techniques.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ECC 6.0 systems (SAP, Vena, etc.).

• Working knowledge or willingness to develop skills in Power BI, Python, and other data analytics tools.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.

• Proficiency in financial modelling and forecasting tools.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

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EXPERIENCE /QUALIFICATION

• In-depth knowledge and/or experiences in all activities of accounting and financial planning.

• Able to interact & communicate effectively with individuals & groups across all levels of the organization. Ability to engage stakeholders (internal & external) in effective negotiations will be a plus.

• A proactive mindset with a passion for continuous learning and digital transformation.

• Strong problem solving & analytical skills and have ‘can-do’ attitude.

• Ability to multi-task under minimal supervision & ensuring deliverables are met in a fast-paced & deadline-oriented environment.

• Positive attitude & strong team focus.

• Capable to speak, read and write English.

The base pay for this position is

N/A

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY:

Financial Planning and Analysis:

DIVISION:

EPD Established Pharma:

LOCATION:

India > Mumbai : BKC Building

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT:

Standard

TRAVEL:

Yes, 25 % of the Time

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

Not Applicable

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day)