Financial Analyst (2-4 Years in financial analysis, including budgeting, forecasting, and data interpretation)
- Bangalore, Karnataka
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Develop and maintain reports to support forecasting, trend analysis, and performance evaluation.
- Utilize software tools such as Excel, Access, and other databases to compile, manipulate, and format financial and operational data.
- Identify, investigate, and resolve discrepancies in financial, accounting, and data quality.
- Analyze financial and operational data to assess historical performance and project future outcomes; provide recommendations for budget adjustments and cost-saving opportunities.
- Perform statistical, cost, and financial analyses using data from various internal systems.
- Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
- Participate in operational meetings to gather insights and support management in evaluating business decisions.
- Apply critical thinking to challenge assumptions, identify root causes, and propose innovative solutions.
- Assist operational teams in preparing and managing their budgets.
- Analyze monthly operating variances and summarize key business metrics, comparing actual results to forecasts and plans.
- Prepare and distribute month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial reports to relevant stakeholders.
- Conduct cost-benefit analyses for projects and initiatives to support strategic decision-making.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or Information Systems
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in financial analysis, including budgeting, forecasting, and data interpretation
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Access
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data handling
- Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders
- Experience with activity-based costing or resource tracking methodologies
- Familiarity with financial systems such as SAP, Oracle, or similar ERP platforms
- Experience working in a shared services or multi-site operational environment
- Knowledge of financial reporting standards and variance analysis
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate across departments
- Experience supporting international operations or working in a global organization