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Job Description: Title - EA to Group CFO & Project Manager – M&ALocation: AhmedabadCompany: Zydus Lifesciences LimitedExperience: 10+ yearsEducation: CA or MBA (preferably from a premier institute)Position OverviewThe Executive Assistant to the Group CFO & Project Manager (M&A) will play a dual role—supporting the Group CFO in strategic financial initiatives and driving end-to-end execution of Mergers & Acquisitions projects. This role requires strong financial acumen, analytical capabilities, project management expertise, and the ability to work with cross‑functional teams at senior leadership levels.The incumbent will act as a strategic partner to the Group CFO, managing reviews, preparing key business insights, and coordinating high-impact projects.Key Responsibilities1. Mergers & Acquisitions (Primary Focus)Lead and support the end-to-end M&A lifecycle including opportunity assessment, due diligence, valuation inputs, and integration planning.Coordinate with internal stakeholders, advisors, consultants, and external partners during transaction stages.Manage data rooms, financial models, MIS, and related project documentation.Track timelines, deliverables, and critical dependencies to ensure smooth execution of M&A projects.Assist in preparing investment notes, Board-level presentations, and financial packs for decision-making.Conduct preliminary research, industry benchmarking, and competitor analysis to support strategic evaluation of deals.2. Strategic Support to Group CFOPrepare analytical reports, dashboards, and executive summaries for review meetings led by the Group CFO.Coordinate and drive preparation for leadership reviews, Board meetings, investor discussions, and strategic offsites.Synthesize information from multiple business units to provide concise insights and recommendations.Support the CFO with business performance monitoring, financial analysis, and cross‑functional coordination.Act as an information hub to streamline communication between the CFO’s office and internal/external stakeholders.3. Project Management & GovernanceManage and track key strategic and financial initiatives across the organization.Develop project plans, monitor progress, highlight bottlenecks, and ensure timely escalation/resolution.Drive follow-ups, ensure action items from leadership meetings are tracked, completed, and reported back.Maintain confidential documentation, dashboards, trackers, and executive MIS for the CFO’s office.4. Business Analytics & InsightsConduct in-depth financial analysis, business modelling, scenario analyses, and performance benchmarking.Generate insights using data to support strategic decision-making across business units.Prepare structured reports with clear narratives, visuals, and recommendations.Candidate ProfileRequired Qualifications & SkillsCA or MBA (Finance) from a premier B-school.10+ years of experience in M&A, Transaction Advisory, Investment Banking, Corporate Strategy, or allied roles.Strong understanding of financial statements, valuation concepts, and due diligence processes.Proven experience managing strategic projects with senior stakeholders.Excellent communication skills—written, verbal, and presentation.High proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and financial modelling.Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving orientation, and attention to detail.High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.Desired AttributesExecutive presence and ability to interact with CXOs and senior leadership.Proactive mindset with strong ownership and learning agility.Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.