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Job Description: Dreaming big is in our DNA. It's who we are as a company, our culture, our heritage, and more than ever, our future. A future where we're always looking forward, serving up new ways to meet life's moments, and dreaming even bigger. We are on the lookout for individuals with passion, talent, and curiosity. We provide them with the teammates, resources, and opportunities to unleash their full potential. The power we create together, when we combine your strengths with ours, is unstoppable. If you are ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do, then this opportunity is for you. AB InBev GCC, established in 2014, is a strategic partner for Anheuser-Busch InBev. Leveraging the power of data and analytics, the center drives growth for critical business functions such as operations, finance, people, and technology. The teams are dedicated to transforming Operations through Tech and Analytics. Do You Dream Big We Need You. Job Title: Principal Analyst FP&A Location: Bangalore Reporting to: Manager Finance Purpose of Role: The Principal Analyst plays a pivotal role in overseeing and managing the Zero-Based Budgeting (ZBB) of the Global Sustainability function. Responsibilities include managing end-to-end budget cycles, handling monthly forecasting, ensuring data accuracy, and facilitating effective communication between budget owners. Additionally, the principal analyst provides visibility on tracking Capital Expenditure (Capex) Budget. Key Tasks and Accountabilities: Tracking and Monitoring of ZBB performance: - Implement Tracking & Monitoring (T&M) of the ZBB performance of the GHQ Sustainability function, including conducting critical variance analysis, investigations, and establishing action plans. - Uphold compliance with AB InBev standards, policies, and procedures, and contribute to management reporting activities. - Assist in creating ZBB performance materials for presentation to the Chief Sustainability Officer. Month-End Close: - Execute month-end closing activities for the GHQ function focusing on actuals and forecasting perspectives. - Facilitate a seamless month-end closing routine and annual planning cycle by ensuring timely submission of data. Budgeting and Forecasting Cycle: - Support ZBB Manager/PPM and function stakeholders in GHQ by ensuring timely submission and closure of budgets, conducting business and planning cycles, monthly forecasts, and providing technical training. - Manage the setup of the Budgeting tool, ensure data accuracy, maintain critical dashboards, update documentation, and deliver agreed management reporting. Qualifications, Experience, Skills: Level of Educational Attainment Required: - Possess a Chartered Accountant or MBA degree in Accounting, Finance, or related fields. Previous Work Experience: - Minimum of 2 years of experience in controlling or financial reporting roles, with a preference for additional experience in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A). - Proficiency in SAP, Anaplan, COGNOS, advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills, and experience in a multinational organization are essential. - Knowledge of PTP processes and experience in a process-oriented organization are valuable. - Power BI knowledge is desirable. And above all, an undying love for beer! We dream big to create a future with more cheers.,
