Assistant FP&A Manager

Role PurposeThe Assistant FP&A Manager will play a pivotal role in driving financial performance, business insights, and strategic decision-making at Camelicious. This role is responsible for budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, financial modeling, and providing actionable insights to support commercial growth, cost optimization, and profitability across the dairy & F&B value chain – from farm operations to production, sales, and distribution.Key Responsibilities1. Financial Planning & BudgetingLead annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes across all business units (farm, plant, production, sales & marketing, logistics).Develop short-term and long-term financial plans aligned with strategic objectives.Collaborate with department heads to translate business plans into financial outcomes.2. Analysis & InsightsPrepare monthly, quarterly, and annual management reports highlighting P&L performance, cost drivers, margins, and business KPIs.Conduct variance analysis vs. budget/forecast and provide recommendations for corrective actions.Deliver insights on product profitability, SKU rationalization, sales channel performance, and pricing strategies.3. Strategic SupportSupport leadership team in strategic projects such as expansion plans, new product launches, and export market entries.Conduct scenario planning, sensitivity analysis, and risk assessment for investment decisions.Partner with commercial and operations teams to evaluate promotional spend effectiveness and ROI.4. Process Excellence & SystemsEnhance financial planning and reporting tools, dashboards, and business intelligence systems.Ensure integration of financial data across ERP, production, and sales systems for accuracy and efficiency.Drive automation and standardization of reporting processes.5. Governance & ComplianceEnsure all financial planning activities are compliant with IFRS, local regulations, and corporate policies.Work closely with internal and external auditors for transparency and control.Implement financial controls around planning, forecasting, and reporting.Key RequirementsEducation & CertificationMandatory: Chartered Accountant (CA), ACCA, CPA, or equivalent professional certification.Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics (Master’s preferred).ExperienceMinimum 7–10 years of progressive FP&A/finance experience, with at least 3 years in a managerial role.Strong background in Food & Beverage (F&B), FMCG, or dairy/agri-processing industries.Proven track record in financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and business partnering.ERP and BI systems experience (SAP, Oracle, Hyperion, or Power BI preferred).Skills & CompetenciesStrong analytical and quantitative skills; ability to translate data into actionable insights.Commercial acumen with understanding of farm-to-table business models.Excellent communication and presentation skills for senior leadership engagement.High integrity, resilience, and ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.Leadership skills with ability to coach and mentor finance team members.KPIs (Key Performance Indicators)Accuracy and timeliness of budgets and forecasts.Quality and impact of financial insights provided to leadership.Improvement in profitability, cost efficiency, and margin optimization.Effectiveness of financial systems, tools, and reporting processes.Compliance with internal controls and audit standards.