Business Analyst

Professional will oversee financial planning, budgeting, and performance analysis. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial management, cost control, and business strategy, with experience in the telecom or technology industry. Develop and manage the financial planning process, including budgeting and forecasting. Analyze financial data to provide insights on business performance and opportunities for improvement. Monitor and manage costs to ensure financial efficiency across business units. Identify cost-saving initiatives and implement strategies to improve profitability. Prepare financial reports, performance dashboards, and variance analyses for senior management.

You have:

• University or college degree in finance / accounting / economics.
• 2+ years of experience preferably profile is Services Controller / OPEX Controller / Business Controller preferably in Services / Telcom industry.
• Fluent written and spoken English.
• Good knowledge of common finance & accounting concepts is an advantage.
• Experience with SAP, Advanced Excel skill.

It would be nice if you also had:

• Cost Controlling, Nokia tools knowledge (Redbox, MDG, my ERM, Lawson), experience with SAP
• Precise and Quality oriented.
• Agility of taking the initiative and proactive attitude.
• Good interpersonal skills.

• Support the Reporting unit SPOC to ensure the above task are performed accurately in adherence to Nokia policy and process. Ensure accuracy and timeliness of own activities.
• Provide basic analysis and reports to support decision-making to Cost Owners (Cost Centre owner, Line Manager).
• Supporting SPC/SHR (standard production cost / standard hour rates) data collection. Fixed Production Overheads controlling. (gross cost net recharges based on SPC / SHR)
• Provides commentary on variance analysis on actual vs planned cost by category for employee related cost. Ensure the necessary accounting / follow up / correction / reclassification of cost is done for the assigned countries.
• End to end Cost Center controlling activities. Proactively performs preventative quality controls and takes corrective actions when errors occur.
• Assessing if utilization % of resources is at required level, call for action if needed.