Financial Planning and Analysis Analyst

Roles and Responsibilities:

Performing analysis of business performance versus Plan and forecast, including analysis of overhead under/over absorption, cost center analysis, margin analysis and inventories / NWC analysis.

Performing month end closing activities and MIS reports for respective Division, supported with audit trail and documentation for tax / internal / external audits and reviews.

Validating accuracy of financial data and business information and reports by performing rec-onciliation and review of exceptions.

Preparing ad-hoc reports as per business / functions request which includes requests from Di-visions / Hubs / Countries / functions to understand and analyze the drivers of financial per-formance

Supporting preparation of relevant organization financial reporting, business planning & fore-casting.

Optimize own performance to increase productivity by developing automated solutions, elimi-nating duplications, coordinating information requirements. Identify areas for process / report standardization within local Division, and maintain SOPs for all activities performed. Ensure processes and controls within own area of responsibility are implemented in line with Group and Division requirements.

Qualifications for the role

Bachelor or Masters degree in a Finance and/or Accounting. CMA/CA preferred

1-3 year experience in Financial Planning and Analysis

Strong analytical and problem solving skills, Thorough / detail oriented approach. Strong communication skills.

Hands on experience in Power BI is a MUST

Experience with MS Office

Ability to work with diverse teams across different countries Good knowledge of Power BI & Power Query will add value