Website Heron Strategic Consulting
Role Overview:
We are looking for a high-impact Corporate Finance Lead to drive financial planning, performance tracking, and strategic insights across the business. This role will play a key role to translate numbers into actionable decisions, ensure financial discipline, and support business growth.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A):
– Lead annual budgeting and periodic forecasting across functions and business units
– Track performance vs. plan and highlight key variances
– Build robust financial models to support decision-making and growth planning
2. Reporting & Business Insights:
– Own and publish monthly financial reports including MIS.
– Deep dive into business performance and generate actionable insights
– Identify risks/opportunities and recommend corrective actions
– Drive closure by tracking implementation of corrective measures with stakeholders
3. Data Analysis & Decision Support:
– Analyze datasets to uncover trends, inefficiencies, and growth levers
– Partner with business teams to improve unit economics, margins, and cost structures
– Bring a strong data-driven approach to everyday decision-making
4. Investor & Leadership Communication:
– Support investor relations including preparation of investor updates
– Build investor decks, board presentations, and founder-level reviews
– Ensure clarity, accuracy, and strong storytelling through numbers
5. Audit & Compliance:
– Manage end-to-end external audits, working closely with auditors and internal stakeholders
– Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timely closure of audit requirements
– Strengthen processes and controls in line with audit findings
Candidate Profile:
– Qualification: Chartered Accountant (CA)
– Experience: 3 – 6 years in Corporate Finance / FP&A roles
– Industry Preference (Must Have): Retail / Quick Commerce / FMCG / Hospitality
– Prior experience in a high-growth or startup environment is a plus
– SAP- Hands on experience
Key Skills & Competencies:
– Strong financial modelling and forecasting skills
– Sharp analytical mindset with attention to detail
– Ability to convert data into clear business insights
– Strong ownership and ability to drive execution of decisions
– Excellent communication skills for founder and investor interactions
– Proven experience in team handling and stakeholder management
What Were Looking For:
– Someone who goes beyond reporting to drive business
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