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Rakuten Symphony

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 Job Title: Sr Analyst &ndash; Business Finance Management
 
 
 
 
 Location: Bangalore/ Gurugram, India
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Why should you choose us?
 
 
 
 
 Rakuten Symphony is a Rakuten Group company, that provides global B2B services for the mobile telco industry and enables next-generation, cloud-based, international mobile services. Building on the technology Rakuten used to launch Japan&rsquo;s newest mobile network, we are taking our mobile offering global. To support our ambitions to provide an innovative cloud-native telco platform for our customers, Rakuten Symphony is looking to recruit and develop top talent from around the globe. We are looking for individuals to join our team across all functional areas of our business &ndash; from sales to engineering, support functions to product development. Let&rsquo;s build the future of mobile telecommunications together!
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 What Do We Expect From You:
 
 
 
 
 The Sr Analyst &ndash; Business Finance Management will be responsible for developing and
 
 maintaining robust financial frameworks
 
 , with a special focus on
 
 Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) modeling
 
 , cost tracking, and budget governance. This role will provide financial backbone for strategic decisions, ensuring Symphony&rsquo;s offerings remain cost-competitive, scalable, and aligned with market benchmarks.
 
 
 The incumbent will partner with business leaders to deliver actionable insights, implement financial processes for high-speed projects, and strengthen cost discipline across business units
 
 
 This role sits within the
 
 Cost Mgmt. Strategy Dept
 
 . enabling end-to-end visibility on cost structures, proof-of-concepts (POCs), and business investments that shape the future of Symphony&rsquo;s technology and service roadmap.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 TCO Framework Development &amp; Maintenance
 
 - Build and maintain detailed TCO models (CAPEX &amp; OPEX) across hardware, software, cloud, manpower, and maintenance.
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 Cross-Functional Cost Analysis
 
 - Work with engineering, procurement, product, and operations to validate assumptions and consolidate cost data across geographies.
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 Scenario Modeling &amp; Decision Suppor
 
 t-Provide financial modeling support for pricing strategies, make-vs-buy decisions, insourcing/outsourcing evaluations.
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 Benchmarking &amp; Market Intelligence
 
 - Stay updated on industry benchmarks, global cost trends, and competitive structures.
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 Reporting &amp; Insights
 
 - Deliver executive-ready dashboards and presentations to business and finance leadership.
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 Automation &amp; Process Improvement
 
 -Lead automation initiatives in TCO calculations, dashboards, and reports using Excel VBA, Power BI, Tableau, or Python.
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 Financial Oversight of POCs
 
 - Track and govern POC budgets vs. actuals across BUs (Cloud, OSS, RAN, Internet Services).
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 Cost Bucket Management
 
 - Establish frameworks for monitoring key cost categories: travel &amp; logistics, internal workforce, third-party vendors/tools, contractors, and consultants.
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 Budget Governance
 
 - Drive budget setting, approvals, and governance processes for POC and business initiatives.
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 Reporting &amp; Analysis
 
 - Generate regular dashboards and variance analyses highlighting risks, gaps, and optimization opportunities.
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 Process Development
 
 - Standardize and implement scalable, repeatable financial processes for short-cycle projects.
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 Qualifications and Skills:
 
 
 
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 MBA in Finance &ndash; Tier 1 Collage or equivalent professional certification (e.g., CFA, CIMA, CPA) preferred.
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 10&ndash;15 years of proven experience in budgeting, cost control, and financial analysis within the telecommunications OR IT industry. TCO (Total cost ownership)
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 Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with ability to interpret complex financial data.
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 Excellent communication and executive presentation skills.
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 Proficiency in ERP systems, advanced MS Excel; working knowledge of Power BI/Tableau preferred.
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 Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
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 High attention to detail with strong commitment to accuracy and process improvement.
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 RAKUTEN SHUGI PRINCIPLES:
 
 
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 Our worldwide practices describe specific behaviours that make Rakuten unique and united across the world. We expect Rakuten employees to model these 5 Shugi Principles of Success.
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 Always improve, always advance.
 
 Only be satisfied with complete success - Kaizen.
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 Be passionately professional.
 
 Take an uncompromising approach to your work and be determined to be the best.
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 Hypothesize - Practice - Validate - Shikumika.
 
 Use the Rakuten Cycle to success in unknown territory.
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 Maximize Customer Satisfaction.
 
 The greatest satisfaction for workers in a service industry is to see their customers smile.
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 Speed!! Speed!! Speed!!
 
 Always be conscious of time. Take charge, set clear goals, and engage your team.
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Financial Business Analyst

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 Designation:
 
 EA
 
 
 
 Location:
 
 Bangalore
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Why should you choose us?
 
 
 
 Rakuten Symphony is reimagining telecom, changing supply chain norms and disrupting outmoded thinking that threatens the industry&rsquo;s pursuit of rapid innovation and growth. Based on proven modern infrastructure practices, its open interface platforms make it possible to launch and operate advanced mobile services in a fraction of the time and cost of conventional approaches, with no compromise to network quality or security. Rakuten Symphony has operations in Japan, the United States, Singapore, India, South Korea, Europe, and the Middle East Africa region. For more information, visit: https://symphony.rakuten.com
 
 
 
 
 Building on the technology Rakuten used to launch Japan&rsquo;s newest mobile network, we are taking our mobile offering global.
 
 
 
 
 To support our ambitions to provide an innovative cloud-native telco platform for our customers, Rakuten Symphony is looking to recruit and develop top talent from around the globe. We are looking for individuals to join our team across all functional areas of our business &ndash; from sales to engineering, support functions to product development.
 
 
 
 
 Let&rsquo;s build the future of mobile telecommunications together!
 
 
 
 
 About Rakuten Group, Inc. (TSE: 4755) is a global leader in internet services that empower individuals, communities, businesses and society. Founded in Tokyo in 1997 as an online marketplace, Rakuten has expanded to offer services in e-commerce, fintech, digital content and communications to approximately 1.9 billion members around the world. The Rakuten Group has over 30,000 employees, and operations in 30 countries and regions. For more information visit https://global.rakuten.com/corp/.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 What will you do?
 
 
 
 
 To provide high-level administrative and technical support to leadership, ensuring smooth operations and enabling executives to focus on strategic priorities
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 Administrative Support
 
 
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 Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate logistics for HR executives.
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 Prepare confidential correspondence, reports, presentations, and meeting materials.
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 Handle incoming calls, emails, and inquiries, ensuring timely and professional responses.
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 Maintain filing systems (electronic and paper), ensuring confidentiality and compliance.
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 Travel &amp; Communication
 
 
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 Make domestic and international travel arrangements for HR leaders and teams.
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 Draft, review, and send communications on behalf of HR executives.
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 Organize and prepare agendas and logistics for meetings and events.
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 Project &amp; Stakeholder Coordination
 
 
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 Liaise with internal departments and external stakeholders.
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 Track budgets, vendor contracts, and support procurement processes.
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 Support cross-functional initiatives and ensure deadlines are met.
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 Qualifications:
 
 
 
 
 Education:
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree preferred (Business, HR, Communications, or related field).
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 High school diploma or equivalent required.
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 Experience:
 
 
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 8 Year + years of experience as an Executive Assistant.
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 Experience supporting C-level executives is highly desirable.
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 Skills:
 
 
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 Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
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 Strong organizational and time-management skills.
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 Excellent written and verbal communication.
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 Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
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 Familiarity with HRIS systems (e.g., PeopleSoft, Oracle) and tools like Concur.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 RAKUTEN SHUGI PRINCIPLES:
 
 
 
 Our worldwide practices describe specific behaviours that make Rakuten unique and united across the world. We expect Rakuten employees to model these 5 Shugi Principles of Success.
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 Always improve, always advance.
 
 Only be satisfied with complete success - Kaizen.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Be passionately professional.
 
 Take an uncompromising approach to your work and be determined to be the best.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Hypothesize - Practice - Validate - Shikumika.
 
 Use the Rakuten Cycle to success in unknown territory.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Maximize Customer Satisfaction.
 
 The greatest satisfaction for workers in a service industry is to see their customers smile.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Speed!! Speed!! Speed!!
 
 Always be conscious of time. Take charge, set clear goals, and engage your team.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
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