Sr Finance Manager
Senior Manager Finance, Financial Planning & Analysis for one of the biggest unit at India Medtronic. This person will work closely with business team including the sales team, distributors, financial accounting team and the CFO. Reporting is to the CFO and working closely with head of business unit. It is a highly visible role within the company with exposure to the senior management and operations teams across the country and region lead markets. This person will be supported by a team of 2-3 people reporting directly and indirectly into this position
· Collaborate as a member of the Business Unit Leadership Team to drive business strategy and achieve results through effective partnership with sales, marketing, and supply operations.
· Take functional responsibility for establishing a robust governance and control framework, overseeing financial operations, managing working capital and cash flow effectively.
· Provide leadership to a team, focusing on individual development and succession planning. Focus on developing individuals and teams to nurture future leaders at the next level.
· Offer analytical and business partnering support for assigned business(es), including financial statement analysis, gross margin analysis, performance commentary, and forecasting for various levels of management and the business unit.
· Analyze both income and expense lines of the P&L and prepare various management information system (MIS) reports in a timely manner.
· Prepare monthly/quarterly/yearly reports for the assigned business for management reviews including supporting consolidation of India Medtronic results .
· Support business with various pricing strategies, competitive understanding, and decision-making analytics.
· Prepare strategic plans for assigned business(es) in collaboration with Business leaders , CFO, and regional teams.
· Provide P&L overview along with variance analysis of actual versus planned numbers, collaborating with the business team to drive gross margin and operating margin improvements. Identify opportunities for operational leverage and process improvements.
· Understand trends and communicate plan results to business partners in a timely manner.
· Develop, implement, and maintain an effective planning and analysis capability to provide senior leadership with appropriate analytical tools for establishing goals and measuring performance.
· Regularly communicate financial and operational performance trends, historical and forecasted, and suggest strategic implications. Coordinate capital spending review process for assigned business(es).
· Lead scenario modeling efforts for portfolio development and growth. Participate as a key thought leader in the global finance team, managing finance staff across multiple locations.
· Influence the accuracy and effectiveness of corporate accounting consolidation, closing processes, and treasury operations through analytical review and trend analysis.
· Develop and execute processes for routine analytical reviews of company financial and operational performance, leveraging business unit analytical resources and tools.
· Lead strategic aspects of the annual operating plan and budget process for assigned business(es).
· Monitor competitive dynamics of sectors for assigned business(es) and collaborate with sector associates.
· Possess knowledge of accounting/finance multi-entity integration, collaborating with accounting team to streamline processes and reports.
· Ensure internal controls in FP&A area and support statutory and corporate audits.
· Collaborate with CFO to drive digital agenda and finance optimization, including implementing business intelligence tools and dashboard reports.
Qualifications Expected:
· Over a 10 +year of FP&A and accounting experience , demonstrating increasing levels of responsibility, particularly in international settings.
· Essential experience in leading teams.
· Preference for candidates with CA/MBA Finance qualifications and prior Big 4 exposure.
· Favorable consideration for those with commercial or operational backgrounds.
· Demonstrated passion and resilience to drive significant change.
· Exceptional professional communication and writing abilities.
· Proficiency in Hyperion, Oracle, and SAP systems.
· Familiarity with Medtronic core competencies.
Nice to Have
· Proficient in analytical and logical reasoning
· Effective collaborator with strong interpersonal skills
· Demonstrated experience in people leadership and mentorship
· Solid understanding of accounting principles
· Capable of working autonomously and taking initiative
· Skilled in managing multiple projects or tasks and delivering timely outcomes
· Proficient in influence management
· Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
· Experience using an ERP system, including General Ledger, automated entries, and reporting
· Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
· Thorough understanding of finance and accounting governance requirements
· Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy
· Ability to work across functions in a fast-paced, evolving environment
· Proven track record of executing tasks and delivering accurate and timely results
· Ability to adapt to changes in company requirements and priorities
· Proactive and flexible approach to work, with the ability to handle interruptions effectively
· Capacity for critical thinking, judgment, and presenting findings to executive teams
· Forward-thinking mindset with a proactive approach to driving change and improving processes to deliver business results.
KEY TRAITS FOR Sr MANAGER- FINANCIAL ANALYSIS & PLANNING
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Execute |
· Consistently delivers results on time and exceeds expectations; · Continually monitors progress and makes adjustment. · Seeks continuous improvement. · Takes accountability to produce agreed upon results. |
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Driven to WIN |
· Consistently achieves high outcomes under varied circumstances. · Doesn’t allow degree of difficulty to stand in the way – finishes what he/she started. · Demonstrates high capacity for work. · Taking on significant challenging responsibilities. · Pursues work with passion and drive. · People leadership and processes |
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External Focus |
· Operates with customer interests clearly in mind. · Manages all types of stakeholder effectively · Interacts regularly with customers and seeks inputs. · Well informed regarding pricing regulations & guidelines. · Initiates or champions changes from the outside in. |
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Clear Thinking |
· Problem solver : Resolves issues with external & internal customers amicably. · Making sound decision in absence of full data. · Communicates complex matters to Internal (Medtronic people) and other external stakeholders with appropriate clarity and simplicity. |
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Inspires Others |
· Connects, engages, and motivates others to action · Energizes others and instills confidence during challenging times · Seeks and values different perspectives and ideas to foster an inclusive work environment. · Lead and guide business finance team on the overall FP&A process and calendar |
Together, we can change healthcare worldwide. At Medtronic, we push the limits of what technology, therapies and services can do to help alleviate pain, restore health and extend life. We challenge ourselves and each other to make tomorrow better than yesterday. It is what makes this an exciting and rewarding place to be.
We want to accelerate and advance our ability to create meaningful innovations - but we will only succeed with the right people on our team. Let’s work together to address universal healthcare needs and improve patients’ lives. Help us shape the future.
Physical Job Requirements
The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager, recruiter or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role. (ADA-United States of America)
