Finance Analyst

Position Summary

We are looking for a dynamic and analytical Finance Analyst to support the Finance function by providing meaningful financial insights, performance analysis, and decision support to the business. The role involves analyzing financial and operational data, preparing management reports, supporting financial planning activities, and partnering with cross-functional teams to drive business performance in a manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform financial and operational analysis to support business decision-making and improve organizational performance.
• Prepare periodic MIS reports and management presentations.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and variance analysis activities.
• Analyze key financial areas, including working capital, inventory, cash flow, payables, receivables, capital expenditure, fixed assets, and profitability, based on evolving business requirements.
• Identify trends, risks, and opportunities through data analysis and recommend appropriate actions.
• Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement, and other business functions to provide financial insights and support strategic initiatives.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data and reports.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities by providing analytical inputs and reconciliations.
• Assist in process improvements, reporting automation, and enhancement of financial controls.
• Undertake ad hoc financial analyses and projects as required by management.

Required Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret financial and operational data.
• Sound knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and business analysis.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP systems (QAD,SAP, etc.) is preferred.
• Knowledge of Power BI, Tableau, or similar data visualization tools is an added advantage.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.

Preferred Experience

• CA

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  with 4 years of post-qualificationexperience in a finance or business analysis role within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in financial reporting, business partnering, budgeting, forecasting, or performance analysis.

Key Competencies

• Financial Analysis
• Business Partnering
• Data Analysis and Reporting
• Critical Thinking
• Attention to Detail
• Process Improvement
• Collaboration
• Results Orientation