Head of Financial Planning and Analysis

Location: Bengaluru

Ready to shape global financial strategy, build an enterprise FP&A function from the ground up, and drive executive-level decision-making?  Support Ninja  is looking for a  Head of FP&A  to architect our global financial planning, forecasting, and strategic analysis frameworks while leading a high-performing team and partnering directly with C-suite leadership to drive long-term value creation.

Work Setup:  Remote ( India )

Schedule:

US EST 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Equipment:  Company-Provided Equipment

Start Date:

October 15, 2026

Job Summary:

The  Head of FP&A  serves as a critical strategic leader within the Global Finance organization and reports directly to the  VP of Finance . As a core  people manager , this leader will build and reorganize the global FP&A function from the ground up, managing a team of  3 to 4 direct reports . This role serves as the primary architect of the company's financial planning, forecasting, and strategic analysis frameworks, providing advanced financial mentorship and partnering with C-suite stakeholders to optimize capital allocation and enterprise value across all international entities.

What does a day in the life of a Head of FP&A look like?

Function & Team Building:  Build, structure, and scale the global FP&A function from the ground up, managing and mentoring a growing team of  3 to 4 direct reports .
Pillar Leadership:  Lead three core pillars of FP&A:  Financial Business Partnership  with all functional leaders,  Revenue FP&A , and  Corporate FP&A .
Global Financial Planning:  Oversee the development of sophisticated forecasting models and enterprise-level financial strategies to guide global operational decision-making.
Executive Strategic Advisory:  Serve as a primary strategic advisor to the  Executive Team , delivering data-driven insights and scenario modeling to inform capital allocation.
Budgeting & Forecasting:  Direct annual budgeting and rolling forecast processes to align departmental goals with the company's long-term financial roadmap.
Systems Architecture & Automation:  Architect and champion the implementation of  advanced BI tools  and financial systems to enhance reporting speed, accuracy, and automation.
M&A Work streams:  Lead Finance involvement in acquisitions, directly supporting  financial due diligence (FDD)  and driving post-deal integration efforts.
KPIs & Performance Management:  Establish key performance indicators and operational metrics across business units, driving variance analysis to optimize profitability.
Board & Executive Reporting:  Oversee the preparation of board-level financial presentations and executive reporting packages that clearly articulate financial performance.

What Does a Qualified Candidate Look Like?

Must Haves / Non-Negotiable:
Relevant

Experience:

Minimum of  fifteen (15) years  of progressive experience in accounting and finance, including at least  ten (10) years  in a significant senior leadership capacity within a complex, global environment.
Senior Leadership Track:
3–5 years  of experience at the  Senior Director level , with demonstrated strength in building, structuring, or reorganizing high-performing finance teams.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree  in Finance, Economics, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
Financial Modeling & Valuation:  Proven expertise in  financial modeling ,  three-statement analysis ,  strategic valuation , budgeting, forecasting, and data-driven decision-making within complex global structures.
ERP & Technology Stack:  Proficiency with financial systems, ERP platforms ( Sage  or comparable), and high proficiency within the  Google Workspace  technology ecosystem.
Tech-Savvy & Systems Design:  Proven ability to collaborate effectively with IT developers…