Financial Planning Analyst

Role & responsibilities

Financial Reporting and Analysis:

• Prepared monthly PnL, variance analysis and business dashboard.
• Prepared forecasted PnL and discuss with senior leadership team on risk and opportunities.
• Drive profitability analysis by business line, and product category.
• Track key performance indicators (KPI) and operating metrics; highlight risks and opportunities.

Business Partnering

• Act as a finance partner to business heads and senior management.
• Conduct regular performance reviews with stakeholders, driving actionable insights through cross-functional collaboration.
• Provide data-driven recommendations for improving margins, efficiency, and resource allocation.
• Support Senior Leadership with input for decision making, data analysis and monthly business review meeting.

Annual Budgeting & Forecasting

• Prepare and execution of Annual Operating Plan (AOP).
• Collaborate with business and functional teams to prepare budgets aligned with company objectives.
• Provide actionable insights to senior leadership on financial performance, risks, opportunities, and trade-offs.

Process Improvement and Automation:

• identify opportunities for process optimization, standardization, and automation.
• Drive improvements in financial systems, reporting, and analytics for faster decision-making.
• Partner with IT and other functions to implement digital finance tools and ERP enhancements.

Skills And Attributes Required: -

• Strong analytical and financial modeling skills (Excel, Power BI/Tableau, ERP exposure).
• Ability to interpret financial and business data into actionable insights.
• Strong business acumen, problem-solving, and stakeholder management.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to handle tight deadlines in a dynamic environment.