20 Budget Planning jobs in Pakistan

In this Product Management position, you will manage key business areas related to the development of a financial portfolio and risk management service. You will report directly to the executive in charge of this STRATEGIC initiative, and function with increasing autonomy as you succeed.

1. Gather and translate potential customer needs and business requirements into usable and effective consumer experience descriptions;
2. Work hand-in-hand in a cross-functional capacity to develop a consensus on product requirements, taking into consideration business, legal, customer care, usability and technical issues;
3. Contribute to the development of the product roadmap and manage ongoing changes to product implementation, in response to analysis and market changes;
4. Regularly communicate with senior management to ensure product tradeoffs are backed by data, and made in the most efficient way;
5. Maintain relationships with partners such as data vendors or technology outsourcers;
6. Conduct product reviews with prospects and clients;
7. Organize demos and training;
8. Ensure efficient internal communication around product-related topics.

Masters or Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Economics or Engineering, you have 3 years prior experience working in a Financial Operations environment ideally with primebrokers, fund administrators or system vendor in an onboarding context. Familiar with the needs of Portfolio Managers and Middle Office functions, you understand derivative products and the business trade flow, including market value/PnL decomposition and risk reporting. A good grasp of modern software engineering technologies, client and server side, in an Internet context is important as well to take your career to the next level in this challenging position. Experience with Bloomberg, Reuters or Markit is a plus. Superior communication and interpersonal skills are a MUST.

Information Technology and Services - Karachi, Pakistan

Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

Corporate Office - Pakistan

Full time

Posted Yesterday

R00029457

Lahore

The Children's Place is looking for a Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis. The candidate will be responsible for leading the monthly forecasting & annual budgeting process, operating plan variance analysis, and special projects. The Manager will also provide financial consulting and strategic support to senior leaders.

• Develop thorough understanding of the business operational functions and key revenue and cost drivers.
• Develop collaborative relationships with leaders in operating divisions, as well as in finance.
• Review forecasts and expense trends, identify issues, and develop creative solutions for expense savings opportunities.
• Influence decisions and drive change in operating processes with a focus on driving positive financial results.
• Lead the monthly forecast, annual budget, and long-range planning process in collaboration with business leaders.
• Drive process and content improvements to existing processes.
• Coordinate with FP&A team to ensure that all risks and opportunities are communicated to key team members and senior leadership.
• Develop, prepare, and present divisional financial and operating performance metrics to senior leadership.
• Mentor team members to provide value-added management reporting, decision support, and financial analysis.

• The ideal candidate will have a BS in Accounting or Finance. An MBA and/or CPA is a plus.
• 5-10 years of total experience, including experience in Financial Planning & Analysis.

• Experience in the retail industry is highly desirable.
• Budgeting, forecasting, and strong analytical skills.
• Experience in financial reporting and presenting to Senior Management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail, as well as strategic perspective.
• Team player.
• SAP and Hyperion systems knowledge, along with advanced Excel skills.

Being part of our team requires collaboration and hard work. We seek top talent eager to contribute to a high-performing team!

We are proud to be the largest pure-play children’s specialty apparel retailer in North America, celebrating brands including The Children’s PLACE, Gymboree, Sugar & Jade, and PJ PLACE.

If you are eager to learn and work in a diverse, inclusive, fast-paced, and engaging environment, review our current openings and apply today!

• Lead the extraction, organization, and analysis of financial data from multiple sources to drive actionable insights.
• Develop and maintain advanced financial reports, dashboards, and KPIs to support strategic planning and decision-making.
• Provide comprehensive ad-hoc reporting and in-depth data analysis to address complex business challenges across departments.
• Partner with sales and operational teams to enhance demand forecasting accuracy and refine forecasting models.
• Analyze seasonal trends, market dynamics, and business performance to model financial scenarios, assess risks, and identify opportunities.
• Drive the development of long-term financial forecasts and strategic plans to support organizational growth.
• Evaluate supplier performance and negotiate contracts to ensure cost-effective and reliable supply chain operations.
• Work closely with the Sales and Marketing teams to develop and refine pricing strategies that maximize profitability and market competitiveness.
• Conduct profitability analysis by product, customer, and region to inform pricing decisions and business strategy.
• Partner with accounting and audit teams to ensure data accuracy, improve financial reporting processes, and maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across the organization to align financial planning with overall business objectives.
  
  
  

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power BI, NetSuite, and SAP.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work with large datasets and generate meaningful insights.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
  
  
  

• Education: MBA in Finance or equivalent.
• Certifications: CFA Level II preferred.
• Experience: Prior experience in FP&A, financial analysis, or related finance roles will be an advantage.
  

Grade Level: L2/L3

Location: Islamabad

What is Expert Financial Planning & Analysis?

This position is responsible for managing financial planning within the FP&A Central team.

The role reports directly to the Stream Head FP&A - Central.

What does Expert Financial Planning & Analysis do?

• Maintain and update consolidated and SBU-wise financial planning models, ensuring accuracy and alignment with business assumptions.
• Collaborate with FP&A business partners and other finance teams to analyze variances in P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow against budgets and forecasts.
• Work with Accounting, Tax, Treasury, and other functions to review assumptions and incorporate inputs into financial statements and planning models.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to gather inputs and ensure timely submission of planning deliverables.
• Prepare, analyze, and present impact analyses and overlays.
• Support group-level planning by coordinating and consolidating non-financial KPIs.
• Prepare segment-wise profitability and cash flow analyses for SBUs.
• Assist in preparing planning presentations and reports by liaising with relevant stakeholders.