Company Overview

Reliance New Energy aims to establish itself as a global leader in New Energy and New Materials over a 15-year vision. This opportunity is with Reliance New energy's, Battery Business

Job Overview

We are seeking a Senior Manager – Financial Planning & Analytics to lead financial modeling, planning, and analysis for our Battery Chemicals vertical. The role will be responsible for preparing management reports, conducting financial and ratio analysis, forecasting CAPEX and project costs, preparing budgets and cost sheets, and ensuring robust financial decision-making. The ideal candidate should have a strong accounting foundation, experience in balance sheet and P&L preparation, and proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Excel. Additional knowledge of tax and treasury functions will be an advantage.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A):

• Develop and maintain financial models to support business planning, decision-making, and long-term strategy.
• Conduct variance analysis and provide actionable insights on financial performance.
• Prepare and present management reports on key financial metrics, trends, and business performance.

Accounting & Reporting:

• Ensure accurate preparation of the P&L statement, balance sheet, and cash flow reports.
• Perform ratio analysis to assess financial health and identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with the accounting team to ensure compliance with financial reporting standards.

Capex Forecasting & Project Costing:

• Prepare and review CAPEX forecasts and estimates, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Work closely with project teams to track capital expenditure budgets and deviations.
• Analyze and optimize cost sheets for raw materials, production, and operations.

Budgeting & Cost Control:

• Lead the annual budgeting process, ensuring accuracy in revenue and expense projections.
• Monitor actual vs. budget performance and drive cost optimization initiatives.
• Support business heads with financial insights for cost control and profitability analysis.

Tax & Treasury (Preferred, Not Mandatory):

• Provide insights into taxation (direct/indirect) and compliance processes.
• Support treasury functions related to cash flow forecasting and working capital management.

Key Requirements:

• Education: Engineer & CFA / MBA (Finance) or equivalent qualification.
• Experience: 5-7 years in financial planning & analysis, management reporting, and project finance, preferably in a manufacturing / chemicals / battery / energy industry.
• Technical Skills:
• Strong expertise in financial modeling, balance sheet & P&L preparation, and ratio analysis.
• Hands-on experience with CAPEX forecasting, cost sheets, and budgeting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and SAP ERP.
• Knowledge of taxation and treasury functions will be an added advantage.
• Soft Skills:
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.