IN_Manager_FP&A_Global Tax & Operations_TRS_Mumbai

Line of Service

Tax

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Operations

Management Level

Manager

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our people in tax services focus on providing advice and guidance to clients on tax planning, compliance, and strategy. These individuals help businesses navigate complex tax regulations and optimise their tax positions.

In specialised tax services at PwC, you will focus on providing tax advice and solutions to clients in complex and niche areas of taxation. This includes areas such as accounting methods, fixed-assets and research and development tax credits.

Why PWC

At PwC, you will be part of a vibrant community of solvers that leads with trust and creates distinctive outcomes for our clients and communities. This purpose-led and values-driven work, powered by technology in an environment that drives innovation, will enable you to make a tangible impact in the real world. We reward your contributions, support your wellbeing, and offer inclusive benefits, flexibility programmes and mentorship that will help you thrive in work and life. Together, we grow, learn, care, collaborate, and create a future of infinite experiences for each other. Learn more about us.

At PwC, we believe in providing equal employment opportunities, without any discrimination on the grounds of gender, ethnic background, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, religion or other beliefs, perceived differences and status protected by law. We strive to create an environment where each one of our people can bring their true selves and contribute to their personal growth and the firm’s growth. To enable this, we have zero tolerance for any discrimination and harassment based on the above considerations.

Job Description & Summary: 

We are seeking an experienced FP&A Manager to lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, performance reporting, and strategic business partnering for a large enterprise account. The role will be responsible for driving financial governance, delivering actionable business insights, supporting executive decision-making, and ensuring effective management of budgets, headcount, and operating expenses. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical capabilities, stakeholder management skills, and experience working in complex, matrixed organizations. 

Responsibilities: 

• Lead Annual Operating Plan (AOP), budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning processes. 

• Own monthly, quarterly, and annual financial performance reviews, including Budget vs. Actuals and variance analysis. 

• Partner with business leaders to provide financial insights and support strategic decision-making. 

• Monitor and manage operating expenses, workforce costs, and investment spend to ensure budget adherence. 

• Develop executive dashboards, financial scorecards, and MIS reporting for leadership reviews. 

• Drive financial governance, controls, and compliance across business functions. 

• Evaluate business cases, investment proposals, and cost optimization opportunities. 

• Support headcount planning, resource allocation, and workforce budget management. 

• Manage cash flow forecasting and working capital planning activities. 

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Finance, Procurement, HR, Operations, and Business Units. 

• Identify process improvement opportunities and automate reporting and planning activities. 

• Present financial performance updates, forecasts, risks, and recommendations to senior leadership. 

• Lead and mentor team members while fostering a high-performance finance culture. 

Mandatory Skill Sets: 

• Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) 

• Annual Operating Plan (AOP) 

• Budgeting and Forecasting 

• Budget vs Actuals Analysis 

• Variance Analysis 

• Financial Modeling and Business Case Development 

• Management Reporting and MIS 

• Cost Management and Cost Optimization 

• Finance Business Partnering 

• Financial Governance and Controls 

• Headcount and Workforce Planning 

• Cash Flow Planning 

• Advanced Microsoft Excel 

• PowerPoint and Executive Presentations 

• Stakeholder Management 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities 

Preferred Skill Sets: 

• Experience supporting large enterprise clients, GCCs, BFSI, Technology, Analytics, or Shared Services organizations. 

• Knowledge of SAP S/4 HANA, Oracle, SAP Ariba, Microsoft Dynamics, or equivalent ERP systems. 

• Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or advanced dashboarding tools. 

• Process automation and reporting transformation experience. 

• Exposure to contract governance, procurement finance, and vendor management. 

• Leadership experience managing small to medium-sized FP&A teams. 

• MBA Finance or equivalent postgraduate qualification. 

Years of Experience Required: 

8-12 years of relevant experience in FP&A, Finance Business Partnering, Corporate Finance, Budgeting & Forecasting, with at least 2-3 years in a managerial or lead role. 

Education Qualification: 

• MBA / PGDM in Finance from a recognized institute. 

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Commerce, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline. 

• Professional certifications such as CMA, CFA, ACCA, or CPA will be an added advantage. 

Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)

Degrees/Field of Study required: Chartered Accountant Diploma

Degrees/Field of Study preferred:

Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

Required Skills

Tax Tools

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Certified Payroll, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Creativity, Domestic Restructuring (Taxes), Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Inclusion, Income Tax Provisions, Intellectual Curiosity, Learning Agility, Optimism, Partnership Tax, Professional Courage, Relationship Building, Research and Development (R&D) Tax Credits, Retail and Consumer (Taxes), Self-Awareness, Service Excellence, Strategic Questioning {+ 11 more}

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

Government Clearance Required?

Job Posting End Date

July 7, 2026