Senior Manager - Finance Business Partner

APM Terminals Drives financial performance in an organisational area by providing leadership, guidance and support on financial information, business performance and implementation of strategies Job Title: Senior Manager - Finance Business Partner Job Location: Ahmedabad (Site Based role with a frequent on-site presence at APMT Pipavav terminal) About APM Terminals APM Terminals is part of the A.P. Moller – Maersk Group and one of the world's leading port and terminal operators. With a global presence in over 60 countries, we are committed to enabling global trade, driving operational excellence, and building sustainable growth through our ports and inland services. About APM Terminals Pipavav APM Terminals Pipavav, located in Gujarat, is one of India's leading gateway ports offering integrated logistics and terminal services. With excellent connectivity to the hinterland, Pipavav plays a vital role in strengthening India's trade ecosystem. The terminal is known for its operational efficiency, customer-first approach, and strong focus on safety and sustainability. Senior Finance Business Partner– APM Terminals Pipavav (Gujarat) The Senior Finance Business Partner will play a pivotal role in shaping the success of the Finance function at Pipavav. Working closely with the CFO, this role involves managing daily finance operations while contributing to the long-term strategic direction of the Finance function and Gateway Terminals. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES FINANCIAL PLANNING & ANALYSIS Coordinate the overall planning process (in line with functional planning guideline/instructions) for the functions including required alignment with Terminal HoF and other functional partners Ensure deadlines for planning and forecasting are met. Facilitate target setting, consider relevant economic framework conditions and set ambitious but realistic goals. Ensure forecast accuracy and driving continues improvement. Support simulations for different business scenarios. Work close with the functions to understand the business and the business need in form of reporting and KPIs Follow up with the functions on deviations versus target and forecast and ensure there is an understanding of why and that actions are taken Ensure qualitative management level communication to internal and external stakeholders. CAPITAL EMPLOYMENT MANAGEMENT Lead investment decision process in line with investment policy To validate the strategic fit of proposed investments, challenge business owners on necessity, timing and scope Evaluate and propose alternatives like process optimization, discontinuation of activities, or lease. Have sufficient business understanding to challenge market, operational and financial assumptions To validate business case assumptions and perform a profound risk analysis on those, and translate that into a IRR and NPV range. To challenge on reasonable timing of investments considering internal approval process, licenses, front end loading, executability, and resources. To control the execution of the investment program with the main focus on time, budget and scope and challenge for corrective measures in case of deviation versus plan. To challenge the status quo, evaluate divestments and indicate the business owners of the implication thereof. The skill to use available valuation models and build supplementary ones, including high/low scenarios, and sensitivity analysis. Flag and action on investment projects that are on delay or at risk of overspend. STRATEGIC BUSINESS PARTNERING Be an active member of relevant business teams, meetings and committees. Sit with the business, be available, build relationships, take ownership and responsibility. Improve short and long term performance through relevant, accurate and timely reporting and analysis. Responsible for business intelligence and analytics to support decision making. Create value based steering of the management team e.g. by supporting/providing predictive modelling, forecasting/extrapolation and or statistical analysis To understand different stakeholder's needs and challenges, offer support with the implementation of suggested changes, and maintaining an open mind for confronting ideas. Work with regional and functional business partners. Work closely with Business Analyst team in GSC supporting the terminal. To anticipate and mitigate potential resistance and persuade, even in case of being the sole defender of a concept, by posing clear, data-supported, challenging and guiding questions and statements, stating the consequences of decisions to be made. To participate in multi-functional teams, combining the understanding of the business with a financial point of view with emphasis on value, risk, sustainability, and compliance. To narrow down the complexity of problems by involving the minimum required qualified people, removing silo's, understanding requirements and expectations, facilitating the resolution, and identifying and engaging the decision makers. Provide financial/commercial advice in project and large tender business, e. g. clarification of commercial conditions and their impact on profitability, support in contract structuring etc. Harmonize and improve business processes where possible and reasonable. ENSURE EFFICIENT FINANCE PROCESSES Support end closing by providing: Input and approvals including a close collaboration with the GSC Accounting Manager on ensuring correct accruals for closing, Monthly lease agreement alignment with Procurement, Align with HR and payroll team on payroll, pension, and related items, including wage tax, in alignment with tax team, Capitalization alignment with head of departments, Voucher preparation according to agreed standards Responsible for FTE reconciliation and correct cost center allocation Collaborate with the GSC Business Analyst team to ensure transparency and correct: P&L overall monthly basis, Costs: Actual vs Forecasts for each function, SG&A report, CAPEX Actual vs Forecasts, Monthly reporting analysis: periodic actual vs target, QTD actual vs forecast, Periodic actual vs forecast, Review Financial reports produced by the GSC Business Analyst team, eg TPR and prepare commentary Continuously review KPIs/Digital Cockpit and collaborate with respective team to ensure that actions are taken to improve performance. LEAN AND CHANGE MANAGEMENT To be an ambassador of our Lean Way of Working and continuously develop and improve our Performance Management process. Maintain and build our forward looking focus, periodization and active data driven PDCA view To apply Policy Deployment and impact performance in business teams by driving effective discussions, translating the company's strategy into a hierarchy of objectives, defining relevant KPIs, setting challenging objectives, defining actions to achieve results, and follow up on those. To contextualize performance, appreciating impact of non-controllable drivers, while defining mitigating actions to avoid/limit future impact. Actively use and advocate for the usages of our standard cockpits and developed products to minimize customization. Qualifications & Experience 10+ years of progressive finance experience, preferably in large-scale or capital-intensive industries. Chartered Accountant (CA) / MBA Finance or equivalent qualification. Strong expertise in financial planning, audits, cost optimization, and compliance. Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders with strong business acumen. Experience in managing cross-functional projects and driving process improvements. Excellent communication and presentation skills. Job Location: Ahmedabad (with frequent on-site presence at APMT Pipavav terminal) Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements. 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