Senior Analyst/Consultant

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly analytical, proactive, and detail-oriented Senior Analyst to join our Finance & Strategy team. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in financial planning and analysis, business performance monitoring, and strategic decision-making support. You will be responsible for forecasting, budgeting, financial modelling, and partnering with stakeholders across departments to deliver actionable insights and drive business outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Planning & Analysis

- Lead annual financial planning, monthly forecasting of P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow at company and business-unit levels.

- Drive departmental budgeting and KPI forecasting (both financial and non-financial).

- Develop and maintain dashboards and conduct performance reviews for various departments.

- Analyze plan vs. actuals, identify variances, and recommend corrective actions.

Month-End Activities & Reporting

- Oversee month-end close activities including cost accruals, reclassifications, and reconciliations.

- Prepare monthly business and function-wise financial presentations highlighting key metrics and performance drivers.

- Ensure accurate and timely reporting across business units.

Stakeholder & Cross-functional Engagement

- Collaborate closely with CFO, COO, BU Heads, Accounting Teams, and Senior Management.

- Liaise with internal teams to resolve financial and operational issues.

- Support multiple stakeholders across finance and business teams with metrics reporting and ad-hoc analysis.

Business Analysis & Strategy

- Understand business needs and translate them into functional and operational requirements.

- Identify areas of improvement, document requirements, and implement effective solutions.

- Partner with systems/technology teams to develop and automate financial models and simulations.

Tools & Systems

- Strong proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and financial modelling.

- Hands-on experience with financial systems and BI tools. Exposure to Anaplan is a strong advantage.

Candidate Profile:

- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field. MBA/CA preferred.

- 5-8 years of experience in FP&A, strategic finance, or business analysis roles.

- Proven ability to handle multiple projects, manage timelines, and work under pressure.

- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and presentation skills.

- Strong business acumen and data-driven mindset.

- Self-motivated with a proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.

Preferred Skills:

- Experience in financial modelling and business simulation.

- Working knowledge of Anaplan or similar planning tools.

- Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and a team-first attitude.