About this role
Perform financial forecasting, reporting, and operational metrics trackingAnalyze financial data and create financial models for decision supportReport on financial performance and prepare for regular leadership reviewsAnalyze past results, perform variance analysis, identify trends, and make recommendations for improvementsWork closely with the accounting team to ensure accurate financial reportingEvaluate financial performance by comparing and analyzing actual results with plans and forecastsGuide the cost analysis process by establishing and enforcing policies and proceduresProvide analysis of trends and forecasts and recommend actions for optimizationRecommend actions by analyzing and interpreting data and making comparative analyses; study proposed changes in methods and materialsIdentify and drive process improvements, including the creation of standard and ad-hoc reports, tools, and Excel dashboardsIncrease productivity by developing automated reporting/forecasting toolsPerform market research, data mining, business intelligence, and valuation compsMaintain a strong financial analysis foundation creating forecasts and modelsProficiency with Microsoft Excel is mentioned in virtually any financial analyst job description; familiarity with data query/data management tools is extremely helpful
0-3+ years of business finance or other relevant experience
High proficiency in financial modeling techniquesStrong fluency with Excel formulas and functionsBA, BS, or B.Com degree required (Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance/Economics)Strong analytical and data gathering skillsGood business acumenFinancial Analyst – Preferred Qualifications
3-5+ years of business finance or other relevant experienceMBAs are preferredFinance, Accounting, Economics, or Statistics are preferred major fieldsProven work experience in a quantitatively-heavy roleFMVA or similar designations preferredStrong quantitative and analytical competencySelf-starter with excellent interpersonal communication and problem-solving skillsAdvanced knowledge of Excel Should be comfortable in English, Telugu, and Hindi
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