ZEISS Group

Senior Business Finance Manager

ZEISS Group  •  Bengaluru, IN (Onsite)  •  5 days ago
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Job Description

ZEISS in India

ZEISS in India is headquartered in Bengaluru and present in the fields of Industrial Quality Solutions, Research Microscopy Solutions, Medical Technology, Vision Care and Sports & Cine Optics.

ZEISS India has 3 production facilities, R&D center, Global IT services and about 40 Sales & Service offices in almost all Tier I and Tier II cities in India. With 2200+ employees and continued investments over 25 years in India, ZEISS’ success story in India is continuing at a rapid pace.

Further information at ZEISS India

Purpose of the Job

We are seeking a dynamic Senior Business Finance Managerto act as a strategic business partner, driving financial performance and supporting decision-making across the organization. The ideal candidate will bring 7+ years of experiencein business finance, financial planning, and analysis, with expertise in R2R SAP environmentsand a proven ability to thrive in high-demand, fast-paced settings.

This role focuses on business finance partnership, enabling collaboration with cross-functional teams to achieve operational excellence, optimize profitability, and support long-term growth. Prior experience in the medical equipmentor vision care industryis highly desirable.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

Business Finance Partnership:

  • Serve as a strategic partner to business leaders, providing financial insights and recommendations to support decision-making and drive growth.

  • Collaborate with divisional heads and cross-functional teams (e.g., sales, operations, marketing) to align financial strategies with business objectives.

  • Develop and maintain advanced financial models and dashboards to monitor performance, identify trends, and inform strategic initiatives.

  • Provide actionable insights to optimize profitability, improve cost efficiency, and mitigate risks across business divisions.

  • Partner with leadership to evaluate new business opportunities, assess financial feasibility, and support strategic investments.

Financial Planning & Analysis:

  • Lead and coordinate financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes across the organization.

  • Analyze financial data to identify opportunities for growth, cost savings, and operational improvements.

  • Present financial reports and insights to senior management, ensuring clarity and alignment with organizational goals.

  • Drive the development of financial tools and processes to enhance decision-making and reporting accuracy.

Operational Excellence:

  • Implement and monitor robust financial controls, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance and safeguard assets.

  • Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives and process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and drive sustainable growth.

Leadership & Collaboration:

  • Act as a mentor and coach to junior finance staff, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.

  • Build strong relationships across departments to ensure alignment and achieve shared financial and operational goals.

  • Represent the finance function in cross-departmental meetings, contributing to strategic discussions and initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience

Education:

  • Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) is mandatory.

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (preferred).

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  • Experience in financial leadership or senior roles.

  • Familiarity with industry-specific dynamics in vision careor medical equipment

  • Demonstrated ability to identify and implement process improvements and cost-saving initiatives.

Work Experience:

  • Minimum 7+ yearsof experience in business finance, financial planning, and analysis roles.

  • Proven expertise in R2R SAP environmentsand financial systems.

  • Prior experience in the medical equipmentor vision care industryis highly preferred.

  • Demonstrated ability to work in high-demand, fast-paced environments while managing competing priorities.

Skills & Competencies:

  • Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.

  • Advanced proficiency in financial tools and systems (e.g., Excel, ERP).

  • Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.

  • Ability to thrive under pressure and meet tight deadlines without compromising quality.

Preferred Qualification

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:

Manoj Badaik

ZEISS Group

About ZEISS Group

ZEISS is an internationally leading technology enterprise operating in the fields of optics and optoelectronics. In the previous fiscal year, the ZEISS Group generated annual revenue around 11 billion euros in its four segments Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology, Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology and Consumer Markets (30 September 2024).

With over 46,000 employees, ZEISS is active globally in around 50 countries with more than 60 sales and service locations, around 40 research and development facilities, and 35 production facilities worldwide (30 September 2024). Founded in 1846 in Jena, the company is headquartered in Oberkochen, Germany. The Carl Zeiss Foundation, one of the largest foundations in Germany committed to the promotion of science, is the sole owner of the holding company, Carl Zeiss AG.

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Industry
Manufacturing & Production
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Oberkochen, DE
Year Founded
1846
Website
zeiss.com
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