Manager – Business Planning & Financial Analysis

Kaizen Paints is seeking a highly skilled Manager for Business Planning and Financial Analysis to support its financial strategy and operations. This role focuses on delivering in-depth financial planning, modeling, analysis, and reporting to drive informed decision-making and optimize business performance. The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in financial planning and analysis within the manufacturing or FMCG sectors, proven expertise in budgeting and forecasting, and capability in manufacturing costing and profitability analysis. This role requires an analytical mindset combined with commercial acumen and excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional teams, ensuring that financial insights align with strategic business objectives. The manager will play a key role in budgeting, working capital management, and CAPEX evaluation while leveraging advanced ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics 365 and business intelligence tools like Power BI or Tableau. Candidates should demonstrate proficiency in advanced Microsoft Excel functions, including complex formulas, Power Query, and macros. This position is well-suited for an experienced finance professional with approximately seven years of relevant experience, who holds a professional qualification such as CA, ACMA, ACCA, CFA, or an MBA in Finance. Though this role does not include team management responsibilities, it demands a strong ability to partner with various stakeholders and deliver actionable financial insights that enhance profitability and business growth.
Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and improve complex financial models to support business planning, forecasting, and decision-making processes.
Lead detailed budgeting, annual operating plan (AOP) creation, and periodic financial forecasting to align with company targets and market conditions.
Conduct manufacturing costing, including variance analysis, to identify cost drivers and opportunities for operational efficiency and cost savings.
Perform product costing, Bill of Materials (BOM) analysis, and standard costing to ensure accurate pricing and profitability assessment.
Analyze margin and profitability across product lines and business units to support commercial and pricing decisions.
Manage working capital analysis and cash flow forecasting to optimize financial resources and liquidity.
Evaluate capital expenditure (CAPEX) projects through rigorous Return on Investment (ROI) and financial viability analysis.
Prepare management reports, dashboards, and business intelligence insights using Power BI, Tableau, or similar tools to facilitate timely and informed decision-making by senior leadership.
Support the implementation and optimal use of ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics 365 for data accuracy and financial reporting.
Analyze raw material costs and foreign exchange impacts to provide insights on cost fluctuations and risk mitigation.
Serve as a financial business partner to other departments, collaborating to align financial goals with operational objectives and market trends.
Ensure compliance with accounting standards, financial policies, and internal controls in all financial analyses and reporting.
Communicate complex financial information effectively through presentations and reports tailored for diverse stakeholders, including senior management.
Continuously identify opportunities to improve financial processes, tools, and methodologies for enhanced business performance and efficiency.

Skills

Financial Planning and Analysis Advanced Financial Modelling & Forecasting Budgeting & AOP Planning Manufacturing Costing & Variance Analysis Product Costing BOM & Standard Costing Margin & Profitability Analysis Pricing & Commercial Analysis Working Capital & Cash Flow Analysis CAPEX & ROI Analysis Advanced Microsoft Excel – complex formulas, Power Query and Macros ERP Systems – SAP / Oracle / Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Intelligence & Dashboards – Power BI / Tableau Raw Material & FX Impact Analysis Management Reporting & MIS Business Partnering & Stakeholder Management Strong Commercial & Analytical Acumen Problem-solving & Decision-making Skills Excellent Communication & Presentation Skills Financial Reporting Cost Accounting Scenario Planning

Job Details

Total Positions:

1 Post

Job Type:

Full Time/Permanent

Job Location:

Lahore, Pakistan

Gender:

No Preference

Minimum Experience:

7 Years

Apply Before:

Oct 04, 2026

Posting Date:

Sep 03, 2026

Kaizen Paints

· 601-1000 employees - Lahore

Kaizen Paint Middle East (KPME) was born out of Kansai Paint Group. We have a proud Japanese heritage of 100 years and a rich history of innovation in the paint industry, and our core business of performance coatings and special finishes. Our continued commitment to technological innovation is exemplified by the degree of advanced control laboratories. Every paint batch undergoes several stringent quality control tests to ensure it meets customer benchmarks, local regulatory compliance and global manufacturing standards. The company has five strategically located and wholly owned country subsidiaries of KPME serving the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. Our four world-class production facilities have a cumulative capacity of 100,000 tonnes per annum. It is our extraordinary people who are our greatest asset—we say it often and with good reason. The synergy of our team, research, technology and partnerships is what has made our leadership position possible.