Lead – Financial Planning & Analysis ( Full Time, Remote )

India, DL (Remote)

Posted 2 months ago

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Hike Code ( Our core cultural values )

The Hike Code is our cultural operating system. It is our set of values that guides us operationally on a day-to-day basis. We have 9 core values:

Top Talent in Every Role → Both a quest for greatness & shared values are important to us ‍♂️
Owner not a Renter → Proactive & radically responsible. Everyone is an owner
Pro-Sports Team → Strength-based, results driven with a “team-first” attitude ⚽️
Customer Obsession → We exist to delight our customers
Think Deeply & Exercise Good Judgement → Clear mind, obsession to simplify & data-informed ‍♀️
Build & Make Magic → Courage to walk into the unknown and pioneer new fronts
Be Insatiably Curious & Keep Improving → Curiosity to acquire new perspectives, quickly ‍
Move Fast & Be Dynamic → Ruthless prioritization & move fast ‍♂️
Dream Big, Be Bold & Think Long Term → Courage to climb big mountains

Skills & experience we’re looking for ‍

7+ years of progressive FP&A and business finance experience in high-growth, product-led tech or gaming companies, demonstrating full ownership of strategic planning, budgeting, forecasting, and business partnership across verticals | Top Talent in Every Role
Proven experience driving annual operating plans, long-range strategic models, and quarterly forecasts with cross-functional inputs, aligning financial outcomes with company priorities and market realities | Think Deeply
Strong financial modeling and analytical skills, with the ability to build flexible scenario models, sensitivity analyses, and multi-variable forecasts that support high-stakes investment and growth decisions | Owner not a Renter
Solid understanding of digital metrics and Consumertech/SaaS/Gaming deliverables including CAC, LTV, ARPU, burn, retention, DAU/MAU trends, enabling you to speak the language of both business and product teams | Customer Obsession
Track record of owning headcount planning, org design modeling, and compensation planning with Finance-HR-Leadership alignment | Pro-Sports Team
Experience leading automation and digitization of finance workflows using and pushing for AI-driven forecasting and analytics wherever possible | Innovation & Make Magic
Exceptional stakeholder management and communication abilities, with experience influencing founders, CXOs, and functional leaders through data-backed storytelling and strategic insights | Be Curious & Keep Learning
Familiarity with accounting principles and monthly close processes, allowing seamless coordination with Controllership to ensure accurate financial reporting and efficient variance reviews | Move Fast
Professional certifications such as CA, CFA, MBA (Finance), or ACCA preferred, demonstrating commitment to continuous learning and excellence in financial practice | Top Talent in Every Role

You will

Strategy → Lead the development and execution of annual operating plans and monthly/quarterly rolling forecasts—ensuring strategic alignment and financial discipline
Strategy → Partner closely with leadership to evaluate investment decisions and resource allocation through robust scenario modeling and cost-benefit analyses
Operations → Collaborate with Accounting during close cycles—ensuring accurate books, clean financial reporting, and timely variance analysis
Operations → Build and maintain dashboards and internal reports—delivering actionable insights to business owners and improving data visibility across functions
Analytics → Conduct monthly performance reviews, variance analysis, and forecast vs. actual assessments—driving continuous improvements in accuracy and agility
Analytics → Transform complex financial data into narratives that support high-stakes decisions, growth bets, and business pivots
Collaboration → Work cross-functionally with Product, HR, Marketing, and Business Operations teams to align financial planning with company priorities
Innovation → Introduce and evolve FP&A models and structures within tools to streamline workflows and enhance forecasting capabilities
Leadership → Support company-wide initiatives with ad hoc analysis, while mentoring junior team members to raise the bar on planning and financial storytelling

Benefits We have tremendous benefits & perks. Check outwork.hike.in to know more.