Analyst, FP&A

Job description

**This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, which manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for an Analyst, FP&A based in India.** As an Analyst, FP&A, you will support financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting activities that help guide business decisions and strengthen financial performance. You will analyze financial results, investigate variances, identify emerging trends, and provide actionable insights to support business leaders. Working closely with finance, accounting, operations, and other cross-functional teams, you will help ensure financial information is accurate, consistent, and reliable. You will contribute to maintaining financial models, dashboards, and reporting tools while supporting annual budgets and periodic forecasts. The role offers an opportunity to develop your financial analysis capabilities in a global technology and managed cloud services environment. You will also participate in process improvement initiatives, helping streamline financial workflows and enhance the quality of business reporting ### Accountabilities - **Financial reporting and analysis:** Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, ensuring information is accurate, timely, and relevant to business stakeholders. - **Variance analysis:** Compare actual financial performance against budgets and forecasts, investigate discrepancies, and help identify trends, risks, and opportunities. - **Budgeting and forecasting:** Support the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts by collecting, validating, and consolidating inputs from cross-functional teams. - **Financial modeling:** Maintain and update financial models covering revenue, expenses, and cash flow, working with senior team members to improve accuracy and reliability. - **Data management and validation:** Update and validate information across financial systems, spreadsheets, and dashboards while maintaining data integrity and consistency across multiple sources. - **Business partnership:** Collaborate with operations, accounting, and other departments to gather financial inputs, clarify assumptions, and support informed business decisions. - **Management reporting:** Prepare presentations, supporting documentation, and analysis for budget reviews and financial performance discussions. - **Ad hoc analysis:** Respond to requests for financial information, investigate business performance questions, and provide analytical support as required. - **Process improvement:** Participate in initiatives to simplify and improve reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis processes. - **Controls and compliance:** Help ensure financial reports comply with internal accounting policies, support audit requests, and maintain high standards of accuracy and documentation. ## Requirements - **Professional experience:** At least five years of relevant experience in corporate finance, financial planning and analysis, or a related field, preferably within the IT consulting or technology services industry. - **Education:** Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline. - **Financial planning expertise:** Practical experience with budgeting, forecasting, reconciliations, financial modeling, and key performance indicators (KPIs). - **Accounting knowledge:** Familiarity with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) is preferred. - **Technical proficiency:** Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, along with experience using business intelligence (BI) tools. - **Analytical capabilities:** Ability to interpret financial data, investigate variances, recognize trends, and translate findings into useful business insights. - **Data accuracy:** Strong attention to detail and the ability to validate financial information across multiple systems and reporting sources. - **Communication skills:** Effective written and verbal communication, with the ability to collaborate with stakeholders and explain financial information clearly. - **Teamwork and independence:** Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a collaborative, cross-functional team. - **Organization and time management:** Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities, handle multiple tasks, and meet deadlines. - **Initiative and problem-solving:** A proactive, self-motivated approach, creative thinking, and a willingness to take ownership of tasks and resolve challenges. - **Hands-on mindset:** Willingness to work closely with team members, contribute directly to financial deliverables, and continuously develop professional skills. - **Learning orientation:** Openness to feedback, new tools, and continuous improvement in financial planning and analysis practices. ## Benefits - **Competitive compensation:** Above-average compensation, according to the original job description. - **Flexible working arrangements:** Flexible working hours and home-office options. - **International flexibility:** Opportunities to work from abroad occasionally, subject to company policies and applicable requirements. - **Health and well-being:** Access to health-related benefits and wellness offerings. - **Retirement benefits:** Company pension scheme, as applicable to the employment arrangement. - **Professional development:** Individual career planning, continuous training, and on-the-job coaching. - **Collaborative environment:** An open feedback culture, flat hierarchies, and a motivated team. - **Innovative workplace:** The opportunity to contribute to financial planning and reporting in a global technology and managed cloud services environment. - **Work location:** The role is listed as remote in India, while the detailed description references a hybrid arrangement in Mumbai. The exact work location, office attendance expectations, and eligibility for remote work should be confirmed during the hiring process.