Associate - Business Finance & FP&A

Objectives aligned to this role:

Joining Business Next presents a unique and exciting opportunity in Business Finance. As a rapidly growing technology firm making significant inroads in AI, Business Next operates across more than 4-5 countries, offering exposure to a dynamic, multi-geographical business landscape. For Business Finance professionals, this means moving beyond traditional finance roles to drive financial strategy, enabling scalable and profitable growth in a high-innovation environment.

What would you do?

• Financial Analysis: Build and maintain complex financial models to evaluate business performance, assess investment opportunities, and support strategic initiatives. 1 Conduct in-depth analysis of financial data, identify key trends and drivers, and provide actionable insights to management.
• Performance Reporting & Analysis: Prepare and present monthly/quarterly financial reports, variance analysis, and key performance indicators (KPIs). Analyse actual results against budget and forecast, explain variances, and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Business Partnering: Partner closely with business leaders across different functions (e.g., sales, marketing, operations) to provide financial guidance and support. Assist in developing business cases, evaluating new initiatives, and tracking performance.
• Budgeting & Cost Control: Manage the budgeting process, ensuring accuracy and timely completion. Monitor actual spending against budget, identify areas for cost optimization, and recommend cost-saving measures.
• Market Research and Competition Analysis: Support in market research and analysis, total addressable market, competitive environment etc.
• Stakeholder Management: Interact with various stakeholders, including senior management, investors, and board members, to present financial information and provide insights.

Academic Qualification / Skills Required:

• CA /MBA /CFA or equivalent qualification preferred.
• 2-years of progressive experience in finance roles, with a focus on financial planning and analysis, preferably in fast-growing startups.
• Strong understanding of financial modelling, forecasting, budgeting, and reporting.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modelling tools.
• Experience with ERP systems is a plus.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Experience with fundraising and investor relations is a plus.