Educational Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field is essential.
- Professional certifications such as CA, CPA, ACCA, CMA, or CFA are highly desirable.
Experience
- 8 to 15 years of relevant experience in profitability and performance management, with a focus on financial analysis and decision-making support.
- Prior experience in the utilities, power, or energy sectors is highly preferred.
Technical Expertise
- Advanced expertise in profitability analysis, corporate financial modeling, and segment analysis.
- Strong command of decision support tools for performance benchmarking, analysis, and scenario planning.
- In-depth knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards (e.g., IFRS, GAAP).
- Demonstrated ability to perform sensitivity analysis and assess financial impacts of strategic options.
- Proficiency in data analytics tools (e.g., SQL, Power BI, Tableau).
- Hands-on experience with advanced analytics techniques, including big data analysis, machine learning, and predictive modeling.
- Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and corporate performance management platforms.
- Knowledge of global financial management trends and industry best practices.
- Capacity to assess opportunities and challenges through business case development
- Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting, and cost optimization.
- Capacity to generate actionable insights to influence high-level decision-making.