Zakeer Hussain
@zakeerhussain1
FP&A and finance leader driving forecasting, budgeting, and data-driven decisions across global markets.
IndiaWhat I'm looking for
I’m a Finance Leader (ACCA, US CMA) with 8 years of core FP&A and business finance experience across global markets. I specialize in financial planning, forecasting, and performance optimization, turning complex variance drivers into clear executive-ready insights.
In my current role as Finance Planning & Controlling Sr. Specialist (Manager), I lead a team of 5 professionals and manage the EMEA portfolio worth £200M. I own monthly and periodic closing, build and maintain long-range planning and scenario models, and consolidate segment forecasts into company-wide P&L, balance sheets, and cash flow projections. I also partner with senior leadership to improve forecast accuracy and cost efficiency, and I lead internal and statutory audit execution with KPMG as the primary finance SPOC.
Earlier, I held roles including Assistant Manager at Wipro, where I drove close, variance analysis, and planning cycles using Hyperion, and supported FP&A delivery and audit processes at Genpact and Elaine dairy. I’m motivated by timely execution and continuous improvement—recognized with a Global Employee Recognition Bronze Award for resilience in driving a timely quarter close.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Leads FP&A activities including actuals vs plan/forecast variance commentary, monthly/periodic close reporting, budgeting and rolling forecast cycles, and financial modeling for ROI, gross margin, pro formas, and scenarios. Owns ABP (1 year) cost processes, consolidates segment forecasts into company-wide financial statements, and leads internal and statutory audit execution with KPMG.
Provides FP&A strategy, analysis, and reporting by driving month-end close, variance analysis against budget/forecast/prior year, and management commentary. Manages planning cycles (annual plans, budgets, forecasts) using Hyperion and supports growth-group close data validation and correction processes.
Delivered FP&A support for accounting teams, including demand planning, reporting, and metrics, while partnering with business and cross-functional stakeholders. Supported annual budget and revenue forecast construction, performed risk management assessments, and assisted with internal and external audit processes.
Finance Executive
Elaine Dairy Private Limited
May 2018 - Jun 2021 (3 years 1 month)
Analyzed KPIs and delivered monthly and quarterly financial reports highlighting variances across units and departments. Supported continuous improvement of budgeting, operating forecasts, and ad-hoc accounting tasks while acting as a business partner across functions.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
ACCA, Accounting
Grade: All India Rank 1 (SBL)
Earned the ACCA qualification and achieved All India Rank 1 in SBL.
JNTUK University
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Business Administration
Grade: Distinction
Completed an MBA (Master of Business Administration) with Distinction.
Acharya Nagarjuna University
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com), Commerce
Completed a Bachelors of Commerce (B.Com) degree.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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Location
IndiaAuthorized to work in
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