About Us
About the Company
Viscadia is a leading consulting firm focused on forecasting for life sciences. We help pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies make high-stakes decisions with greater clarity and confidence, with teams across the United States, Europe, and India. We are deeply committed to a vision of shared growth and success for our clients, colleagues, and communities.
About the Role
This role will be a key finance partner to the India Leadership and global stakeholders. This role is responsible for end-to-en financial planning, reporting, accounting oversight and business decision support for India operations, while ensuring alignment with global finance standards. The incumbent will play a critical role in driving financial discipline, improving forecast accuracy, enabling cost optimization and supporting strategic growth initiatives.
Location
Gurgaon, India
Why consider Viscadia as your next career step?
Since our founding in 2010, Viscadia has grown from a startup to a global team that works alongside the companies shaping life sciences. We are dedicated to promoting a positive and supportive work environment where everyone can thrive. Our culture is collaborative by design, with teams across three regions operating as one. We are looking for people who want to grow with us and are excited to help shape what comes next.
Roles and Responsibilities
Financial Planning, Analysis & Business Partnering
- Lead annual budgeting, rolling forecasts, and long-range financial planning for India operations
- Evaluate financial impact of strategic initiatives, hiring plans and capacity expansion
- Prepare and interpret financial models, KPIs, dashboards, and variance analysis
- Support leadership with scenario modelling and forward-looking projections
- Partner closely with business leaders to provide actionable insights for decision-making
Reporting, Governance & Process Improvement
- Consolidate and present monthly financial results to India leadership
- Monitor project margins, utilization, and cost drivers in a consulting environment
- Highlight key trends, risks and opportunities through structured reporting
- Standardize and improve financial reporting processes and tools
- Ensure adherence to statutory, tax and regulatory requirements in India
- Manage banking relationships, credit facilities and compliance with financial covenants
Accounting & Financial Controls
- Oversee monthly, quarterly and annual closure processes for India operations
- Review journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations and supporting schedules
- Ensure accuracy, completeness and compliance with accounting standards and internal controls
- Coordinate with external financial partners, auditors and global finance teams during audits and reviews
- Oversee end-to-end AP/AR processes including invoicing, collections and vendor payments
- Track daily cash balances, forecast liquidity requirements, and optimize working capital
- Support office capacity planning and cost-benefit analysis for India operations
Key Stakeholders
- India Leadership team
- Global Finance Director & team
- Project Leaders/ Associate Principals/Principals
- External Auditors, Banks & Vendors
Qualifications
Required
- MBA in Finance, Accounting, or a relevant discipline from Tier 1/Tier 2 B-School
- 5-8 years of progressive experience in finance, or FP&A roles
- Strong exposure to business finance in consulting, analytics, professional services or similar industry
- High attention to detail with ability to translate data into strategic insights
- Advanced financial modelling, forecasting and analytical skills
- Strong command of Microsoft Excel and other key financial analysis tools and expense management systems
- Strong written and verbal communication for reporting to stakeholders and presenting insights
- High integrity and commitment to ethical practices in financial management
- Flexibility to navigate changes in market conditions or organizational strategy
- Ability to multitask and work independently in a fast-paced environment
Benefits
- A Strategic Leadership Opportunity: Be at the forefront of shaping a rapidly growing forecasting function within a global, values-driven organization. You’ll help define the future of insights at Viscadia, driving innovation and impact across the life sciences industry.
- Competitive Compensation & Performance Incentives: We offer a highly competitive compensation package, complemented by performance-based incentives that reward excellence, innovation, and leadership. To support your transition, we also provide relocation assistance and reimbursement for moving closer to our office location. In addition, Gratuity, as applicable, is paid in accordance with The Payment of Gratuity Act, over & above the CTC.
- Comprehensive Health & Wellness Benefits: Our benefits are thoughtfully designed to support your physical, mental, and financial well-being. From health insurance and wellness programs to flexible work arrangements, we prioritize your holistic success and balance.
- Generous Leave policy: Our leave framework includes, but is not limited to, Sick leave, casual leave, earned leave, bereavement leave, maternity & paternity leave – ensuring you have the flexibility and support you need at different stages of life.
- Global Exposure & Collaborative Culture: Work in a high-impact, intellectually stimulating environment that values collaboration, diversity, and continuous learning. You will have opportunities to engage with global clients, cross-functional teams, and industry thought leaders across geographies.
- Career Development & Growth Pathways: At Viscadia, your growth is our priority. We offer structured career development programs, leadership training, and opportunities to expand your expertise through global projects, conferences, and innovation initiatives.
- Viscadia is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, disability, or veteran status.