FP&A Analyst

Colt provides network, voice, and data centre services to thousands of businesses around the world, allowing them to focus on delivering their business goals instead of the underlying infrastructure. The Lead Analyst-TLC Accounting position based in Gurgaon/Bangalore reports to the Director and is crucial in overseeing Accounting & Reporting (Labour Cost Management) within the Finance function. The role requires a comprehensive understanding of accounting processes and their impact on business results, leading change where necessary to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Providing timely and high-quality financial information to the Finance broader team, including FBP, FP&A managers, and GA team, to facilitate business understanding and improve decision-making is a key responsibility. Managing the day-to-day Accounting and BAU activities of the TLC team is also part of the role's scope. Responsibilities include ensuring that actual financial results related to Labour costs are accurate, timely, and compliant with Colt policy each month. The Lead Analyst will identify P&L trends, highlight one-offs, prepare detailed commentary and monthly business reporting, as well as balance sheet reconciliations and schedules. The ideal candidate for this role is a self-driven professional with over 5 years of experience in core Accounting and Financial Reporting. The candidate should possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, the ability to provide actionable recommendations based on financial insights, in-depth knowledge of accounting principles, internal controls, and statutory audit requirements. Furthermore, the candidate should have a proven track record of driving process improvements and risk management initiatives, be detail-oriented, and committed to maintaining accuracy and consistency in financial reporting. The Lead Analyst will ensure the integrity and consistency of all management and financial reports generated by the Financial Shared Services Center (FSSC), identify and resolve accounting issues and discrepancies, assess accounting processes and systems to recommend necessary changes for operational efficiency, maintain rigorous controls for compliance and readiness for statutory audits, and drive continuous improvement in accounting processes to mitigate risks and enhance operational effectiveness. At Colt, employees are empowered to make a difference and work towards a shared purpose of putting the power of the digital universe in the hands of customers. The company values diversity and inclusion, evident in recent initiatives such as signing the UN Women Empowerment Principles and training Colties to be Mental Health First Aiders. Colt offers benefits that support physical and mental health, flexible working hours, work from home options, an extensive induction program, opportunities for development and education, a Global Family Leave Policy, an Employee Assistance Program, and internal inclusion & diversity employee networks. Joining Colt means becoming part of a global network where colleagues bring diverse stories and experiences. The company encourages employees to inspire and lead teams, work on projects that connect people, cities, businesses, and ideas, and contribute to changing the world for the better.,