Manager - Finance Project Management

Date: 20 May 2025

Location:

Mumbai A.O, MUM-KND-AFS(AD), IN

Company: Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd

Responsibilities & Key Deliverables

Project Evaluation
Conduct comprehensive technical and commercial evaluations for product and non-product related projects focused on tractors and agricultural equipment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure all projects align with business objectives.
Perform benchmarking with similar projects to validate the required budget and resources, comparing methodologies and outcomes to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.
Prepare detailed proposals for projects intended for approval by senior management, articulating the benefits, costs, and strategic alignment of each project.
Maintain the Capital Expenditure (CapEx) budget in SAP, ensuring accuracy and transparency in financial reporting while monitoring expenditure on a periodic basis to adhere to fiscal guidelines.
Work closely with sector finance and business teams to validate business case premises, ensuring all assumptions are sound and aligned with corporate strategy.
Identify investment optimization opportunities for both ongoing and new projects, constantly looking for ways to maximise return on investments and minimise costs.
Budgeting and Control
Support the annual budgeting and approval process by collaborating with business units to formulate forecasts and financial plans that are robust and reflective of market realities.
Engage with business teams to identify measures that contribute to adherence to targeted budgets and cash flow, fostering a culture of financial responsibility.
Monitor expenditure across various projects regularly, providing insights and recommendations on opportunities for optimisation and risk management in the financial landscape.

Experience

8 - 12 years

Industry Preferred

Manufacturing / FMCG / Core Sectors

Qualifications

Engineer + MBA

General Requirements

Analytical approach with ability to logically deep-dive into topics
Driving insights
Ability to engage with stakeholders across levels / functions across the organization
Multitasking & agility at work

Business understanding and acumen
Understanding of product developmenyt process for tractor / automotive industry
Understanding of manufacturing processes
Formulation of biz. case
Functional knowledge of working with SAP
Strong excel and PowerPoint skills