Finance Specialist

Job Description

Job Title: Finance Specialist ( Individual Contributor) Position Overview: As a finance expert, with strong data analysis skills, you will be part of the Group Performance and Control department, which advises and supports the ELT and functional leader in their decision-making to enhance and sustain the overall performance of the Randstad organization. Main purpose of the team is to drive our corporate governance cycle, strategic planning, budget process, performance reporting, review meetings, benchmarking, and target setting together with supporting our corporate functions in the performance management cycle. Responsibilities: Collect, clean, and organize large datasets from multiple sources, ensuring data integrity and accuracy. Support the execution of an effective business control cadences (weekly, monthly, quarterly, annual) Support BI tools optimization and digitalization of performance reporting Maximize value of new reporting systems, automate processes, ensure relevant management information is readily available Participate in a high quality planning & control cycle (data and analysis) and provide ad-hoc analysis and support to various functions, perform exploratory data analysis to identify trends, patterns, and correlations within the data. Create and maintain reports, dashboards, and visualizations to present data findings in a clear and meaningful way. Identify opportunities for process improvement, data quality enhancements, and automation of data analysis tasks. Collaborate with data engineers/data experts to cycle for function for the corporate functions, including analysis of reporting information to help drive impact. Assist in the monthly close process to ensure the accuracy of monthly actuals and forecast for corporate functions. PREPARE : Prepare and manage data analytics on operational metrics ANALYZE: Analyze financial and operational results to better understand company performance COMMUNICATE AND PRESENT : Communicate results and recommendations to senior management to steer forecast improvements INSIGHTS: Provide insights to senior management around financial modeling, forecasts and profitability BENCHMARKING: Analysis and presentation on client performance, geographic performance and revenue/pricing success. FORECAST, PLANNING & ANALYSIS: Run forecasts, monthly outlooks and annual budget plan Shift : Shift Timings - 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM IST Sensitive data access: Yes Key Competencies: Strong financial analysis skills with expertise in analytics, financial modeling, and data interpretation. Deep understanding of market dynamics in a competitive environment. Proficiency in financial analysis tools, spreadsheet software, and ERP systems. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail. Strong business acumen and ability to translate financial insights into actionable recommendations. Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex financial concepts to stakeholders at all levels. Proven ability to collaborate and build relationships across departments and functions. Self-motivated and results-oriented mindset with the ability to work independently and meet deadlines. Education & Qualifications (Required and Preferred): Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. MBA or advanced degree is preferred. 3 to 5 years of experience in finance, FP&A, Financial Reporting or related roles. Knowledge of Randstad operations and systems (Google Suite, Excel, Essbase) is an asset Advance Excel, PowerPoint and Reporting Work Mode: Hybrid (2 days from office) Please share your updated resume : shahana.kawal@randstadusa.com