Commercial Finance Manager East

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Commercial Finance Manager East based in India.

This role offers the opportunity to lead financial planning and performance management for a defined business scope within a large, fast-moving consumer goods <environment.You>’ll play a key role in translating financial and operational data into insights that shape business strategy and investment decisions.The position combines financial planning, forecasting, performance reporting, cost management, and financial <modelling.You>’ll partner closely with senior leaders and business stakeholders, providing reliable information to support critical decisions.Strong ownership of data integrity, controls, compliance, and reporting accuracy will be <essential.You>’ll also contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, digital transformation, and more efficient ways of working.The role provides a strong platform to develop leadership capabilities while contributing to the growth of a high-performing finance organization.

Accountabilities

• Manage and execute financial planning and performance management activities for an assigned regional, business, country, supply chain, commercial, or corporate finance scope.
• Lead planning and forecasting activities, including strategic plans, annual contracts, financial targets, and performance outlooks.
• Collect, structure, validate, and analyze financial data to ensure accuracy, integrity, and timeliness.
• Deliver financial reporting and performance analysis across key financial KPIs and investment decisions.
• Develop financial models and provide insights that support business decisions, strategic priorities, and cost-management objectives.
• Maintain a strong control and compliance environment within the assigned area and ensure adherence to relevant policies and external requirements.
• Support senior finance and business leaders by preparing critical financial information used to evaluate strategies and make informed decisions.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, working methods, efficiency, and adoption of digital technologies.
• Contribute to a high-performing finance organization by sharing expertise, supporting colleagues, and developing finance talent.
• Help strengthen the local FP&A talent pipeline and contribute to broader finance development initiatives.
• Where applicable, coordinate with and manage resources provided by external vendors or third-party partners.

Requirements

• Strong professional expertise in financial planning and performance management, including data collection, structuring, analysis, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Demonstrated understanding of financial KPIs, investment decisions, cost management, and the drivers required to achieve business objectives.
• Experience working within a regional or local organization, preferably in a consumer packaged goods, FMCG, or related environment.
• Strong commercial and economic acumen, with an understanding of market dynamics and the local consumer and snacking landscape.
• Proven leadership capabilities and experience building effective partnerships within a large regional or local organization.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills, with the ability to translate complex financial information into actionable business insights.
• A growth-oriented and digitally minded approach, with the ability to identify strategic opportunities and use technology to improve operational efficiency.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and financial modelling capabilities.
• High standards of integrity, sound judgment, and accountability, with the ability to make balanced decisions in line with policies, values, and regulations.
• Ability to work collaboratively while taking ownership of deliverables and maintaining high standards of accuracy and timeliness.
• A bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification in finance, accounting, business, economics, or a related field is typically expected.

Benefits

• Full-time employment within a global consumer goods and finance organization.
• Remote working arrangement based in India.
• Opportunities to work closely with senior business and finance leaders on strategic decisions.
• Exposure to financial planning, performance management, commercial finance, and investment decision-making.
• Opportunities for professional development and finance talent development.
• Access to continuous improvement and digital transformation initiatives.
• Potential mobility and relocation support where applicable, including international transfer assistance in qualifying circumstances.
• An inclusive, diverse, and collaborative working environment focused on employee growth and career development.
• Opportunities to contribute to a globally recognized portfolio of consumer brands and a large-scale business operating across multiple markets.