Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

Accounts Receivable Management\nOwn the complete AR process, including invoicing, collections, reconciliations, ageing analysis, and dispute resolution.\nMonitor outstanding receivables and ensure timely collections.\nPrepare customer-wise, channel-wise, and ageing-wise receivable reports.\nTrack overdue amounts and work with business teams for recovery action.\nEnsure regular reconciliation of customer accounts, credit notes, debit notes, claims, and deductions.\nReview AR ageing and highlight high-risk accounts to management.\nEnsure proper accounting of receipts, adjustments, and write-offs as per company policy.\nCoordinate with sales, retail, franchise, e-commerce, and commercial teams for collection follow-ups.\nStrengthen controls around billing, collections, credit exposure, and customer outstanding.\nSupport audits by providing AR schedules, reconciliations, confirmations, and related documentation.\n\n3. MIS, Controls & Process Improvement\nPrepare accurate and timely MIS reports for senior management.\nBuild robust dashboards for revenue, receivables, collections, working capital, and business performance.\nImprove reporting quality, automation, and data accuracy.\nIdentify gaps in finance processes and recommend corrective actions.\nEnsure compliance with internal financial controls and audit requirements.\nWork closely with ERP, IT, and business teams to improve system-based reporting.\nSupport month-end and year-end closing activities.\nEnsure timely closure of audit queries related to FP&A and AR.\n\nRequired Skills & Competencies\nStrong understanding of FP&A, budgeting, forecasting, MIS, and business analytics.\nHands-on experience in Accounts Receivable, collections, reconciliations, and ageing control.\nExcellent analytical and problem-solving skills.\nStrong business partnering ability with cross-functional teams.\nAdvanced Excel and financial modelling skills.\nExperience in ERP systems; SAP/Oracle/Tally/other ERP exposure preferred.\nStrong presentation skills with ability to prepare leadership-level reports.\nHigh attention to detail and strong control mindset.\nAbility to work under timelines and manage multiple priorities.\nGood communication and stakeholder management skills.\n\nQualification\nCA / MBA Finance / CMA / M.Com with strong relevant experience.\n10–12 years of experience in FP&A, Accounts Receivable, MIS, financial reporting, or commercial finance.\nExperience in retail, apparel, FMCG, consumer goods, e-commerce, or multi-location business will be preferred.\n\nPreferred Industry Background\nRetail\nApparel / Fashion\nFMCG\nConsumer Goods\nE-commerce\nDistribution-led businesses\n\nKey Deliverables\nTimely and accurate budget, forecast, and MIS reporting.\nStrong control over receivables and ageing.\nImproved collection discipline and reduced overdue outstanding.\nActionable business insights for leadership decision-making.\nStronger financial controls and audit-ready documentation.\nBetter visibility on revenue, profitability, working capital, and cash flow.\n\nIdeal Candidate Profile\nThe candidate should be a mature finance professional with a balanced exposure to business finance, FP&A, MIS, and Accounts Receivable . The person should be comfortable working with senior leadership, managing large data sets, identifying financial risks, and driving business accountability through numbers.