Associate – Financial Planning & Analysis

Associate, Business Finance


Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Conducts forecasts and models of monthly financial results to allow senior team members to identify drivers, explain key variances and inform recommendations to senior management.
• Supports re-forecasting activities and updating/evolving forecast models.
• Assists with updating general ledger journal entry postings during the closing process to help ensure that financial statements are accurate.
• Prepares ad hoc reports that analyze financial results versus budget/forecasts.
• Ensures financial operations are in alignment with the organization's strategic goals and vision.
• Drafts financial reports and presentations to be delivered to management that inform business and financial decisions.
• Seeks guidance from senior Financial Planning & Analysis team members regarding challenges that require more advanced knowledge and experience.

Educational Requirements

• University (Degree) Preferred

Work Experience

• 2+ Years Required; 3+ Years Preferred

Physical Requirements

• Physical Requirements: Sedentary Work

Career Level
6IC

Required Education: BA/BS Accounting or Finance

Preferred Education: MBA

Required Experience: 5-9 years 5 years in Finance / Reporting role

Preferred Experience: 5-9 years

Skills and Abilities:

• Highly technical IT/Finance with solid working experience
• Strong PC skills including advanced knowledge of MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Access
• Advanced skills for:  Essbase/Smart View, People soft
• Highly skilled in Accounting and general ledger.
• Highly capable data mining skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Financial reporting/analysis experience in a corporate environment preferred.
• Understanding of accounting and internal controls preferred.
• Attention to detail and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to adapt quickly, learn new tasks and work independently.
• Ability to generate bold, creative ideas to improve performance.
• Good critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to succeed and work independently in a team environment.
• Flexible to work in shift timing ( 3PM to 12PM IST)