Treasury + BPA

Job Profile : BPA
Department : Finance, Legal & Compliance
Reports to : BPA & Taxation
Location : Navi Mumbai
Education : • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field from a recognized university.
Add. Qualifications:
• Chartered Accountant (CA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) or MBA (Finance)
• Professional certification in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) or Business Analytics.
• Proficiency in financial modeling and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
Overall Experience:
• 6-12 years of progressive experience in Business Planning & Analysis, Financial Planning, or a similar finance role.
DC Specific Exp:
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in the Data Center industry or a related infrastructure-intensive sector (e.g., telecom, IT services, real estate with large commercial/industrial assets).
• Demonstrated understanding of data center business models, key operational metrics (e.g., PUE, Uptime, Rack Units, Power utilization), and relevant financial drivers.
• Familiarity with colocation, hyperscale, and enterprise data center financial dynamics.
 

Role Purpose:
The Manager – BPA will be a key contributor to the Finance team, primarily responsible for ensuring comprehensive tax compliance, with a strong emphasis on indirect taxation, direct taxation, and statutory payments. This role will also be instrumental in driving the company's financial planning, budgeting, and analytical efforts, providing critical insights to support strategic decision-making and operational efficiency within the context of a growing Data Center business.
Key Responsibilities:

Key Responsibilities:
Taxation & Statutory Compliance:
• Indirect Tax Oversight: Lead and manage end-to-end compliance for all indirect taxes (e.g., GST, Customs), including accurate computation, timely filing of returns, and reconciliation of ledgers.
• Direct Tax & Withholding Management: Oversee direct tax (e.g., Income Tax, TDS) compliance, ensuring accurate deduction, timely deposit, and submission of returns as per statutory requirements.
• Statutory Payments Management: Ensure diligent and timely compliance for all statutory payments such as Provident Fund (PF), Professional Tax, and other social security contributions, including related filings.

Business Planning & Financial Analysis:
• Financial Forecasting & Budgeting: Drive the annual budgeting process and develop robust financial forecasts (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) in close coordination with business heads.
• Performance Reporting & Analysis: Conduct in-depth financial performance analysis, including variance analysis against budget/forecast, trend analysis, and profitability assessments, providing actionable insights to management.
• Strategic Financial Support: Partner with business units to provide financial modeling and analytical support for new initiatives, expansion projects, and investment appraisals crucial for data center growth.
Loan Funding & Compliance:
• Loan Environment Understanding: Maintain a current understanding of the loan funding landscape, including various debt instruments and market practices relevant to infrastructure financing
• Debt Facility Management: Support in understanding and navigating the intricacies of various debt instruments and funding facilities relevant to the company's capital needs.
• Covenant Adherence & Reporting: Ensure meticulous adherence to all financial covenants and reporting obligations stipulated in existing and new loan agreements, minimizing compliance risks.
• Lender Relationship Support: Assist in preparing and providing necessary documentation and financial data to lenders, fostering transparent and productive relationships.
Reporting & Compliance:
• Ensure compliance with internal financial policies and external regulatory requirements.
• Support internal and external audits by providing necessary financial data and explanations.
• Continuously improve reporting processes and systems to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
Team Collaboration:
• Work closely with finance, sales, operations, and other functional teams to gather data, validate assumptions, and disseminate financial insights.
• Mentor and support junior team members (if applicable) within the BPA function.