Financial Planning and Analysis

Role & responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Order & Margin Analysis

Analyze order backlog and gross margin percentage (GM%).

Benchmark key performance indicators (KPIs) with internal and external peers.

Business Partnering

Collaborate with Controllers and Project Managers to understand financial performance drivers.

Identify trends and propose value-added recommendations.

Financial Modeling & Impact Assessment

Prepare financial analysis for various what-if” scenarios and sensitivity assessments.

Evaluate overall business impact across units.

Operational & Financial Reconciliation

Analyze SIE (Sales Income Estimate) and BIE (Budget Income Estimate), identifying root causes.

Prepare and review inventory reconciliation and financial provisions.

Manage back charges to offshore factories.

Month-End & Reporting Activities

Support month-end closure to ensure accuracy of financials.

Review income statements and balance sheets during pre- and post-closing phases.

Recommend corrective actions as needed.

Invoice & Compliance Management

Ensure accurate invoice coding to corresponding sales orders.

Perform internal control activities and support SOX audit requirements.

MIS & Forecasting

Compare monthly/quarterly MIS data with benchmarks and provide analytical commentary.

Assist in financial reporting, business planning, budgeting, and forecasting.

Data Validation & Exception Reporting

Validate accuracy of financial data and business information.

Perform reconciliations, reviews, and report exceptions.

Ad-Hoc Support & Presentations

Provide support for ad-hoc assignments as required.

Prepare reports and present findings to Controllers and management.

Continuous Improvement

Actively participate in improvement initiatives and LEAN management practices.

Hub KPIs

Enhance productivity by developing automated solutions and eliminating duplications.

Identify opportunities for process/report standardization across countries, divisions, and business units.

Adhere to Controlling & Planning KPIs to ensure continuous improvement and maintain service qual-ity.

Knowledge & Skills

Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities with independent problem-solving capability.

Effective communication and presentation skills.

Hands-on experience in SAP FICO, including CO-PA; understanding of other SAP modules is a plus.

Proficiency in MS Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).

Proactive approach with a strong commitment to quality and meeting deadlines.