Business Analyst

The position is integral part of FP&A team and is expected to perform the following tasks:

• Assist Senior Manager FP&A in month-end financial closing and reporting process.
• Ensure General Ledger is updated and reconciled with financial statements and ensure that financial balances appearing in GL are properly supported based on factual business information or objective accounting estimates.
• Ensuring monthly submission of financial information to Regional Finance as per monthly reporting timetable.
• Perform in-depth analysis of financial data, identify trends, and provide actionable recommendations to improve financial performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather financial information and ensure data accuracy and integrity.
• Support in the preparation of Annual Plan and quarterly Rolling Latest Best Estimates (RLBE) cycles.
• Assist in preparing monthly management commentary by collecting financial information preparing necessary analysis.
• Organize data into structured reports/dashboards using digital tools i.e Power BI, Tableau, SAP Analytics Cloud etc.
• Drive process improvement and policy development initiatives that impacts the business.
• Analyze Capital Expenditure and project expense variances (Actuals vs Plan/RLBE)
• Assist in special projects and ad hoc financial analysis.

Skills:

• Proficiency in financial modeling and statistical analysis.
• Strong analytical and data gathering skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Knowledge of financial software and databases.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.

Educational Qualification and Experience:

• MBA Finance / ACCA with minimum 3 years of PQE
• Experience of working in a manufacturing industry preferably Pharma or FMCG is a must