FP&A (CA Fresher)

Financial Analyst – FP&AThe position is a critical role in the Finance Center of Excellence - responsibilities encompass reporting, ongoing decision support and analytics and activities associated with the Strategic / Operational Plan, Budgeting, Forecasting & Month-End Close activities.Partners with the various FP&A teams and mid-management by working collaboratively to achieve a common goalTakes the lead in building forecast models using key drivers, trend analysis, economic and external factors, etc.Understands & interprets the numbers and proactively thinks about the analysis that will help the business unitsUnderstands and interprets variance analysis results to help business units take proactive actionContinuously improves accuracy by identifying errors as well as aligning to key drivers and identifying variance root causesAnalyzes consolidated results and partners closely with Business Operations and Business Finance to understand material variances to budget and historical trendsMonitors accuracy and predictive validity of existing models (e.g. relevance of metrics or business drivers included in forecast)Runs operating plan models and incorporates guidance received on validated assumptions; assists in the preparation of the results, forecasts, and operating plan presentation / deliverablesProvides analytical support; conducts research as required. Produces and distributes ad hoc reports/mines and assimilates related data as directed for use in planning and forecasting activities Drives ad-hoc analysis projects to help the business unitsCreates analytical tools and models for driving process efficienciesDrives the compliance/data governance process surrounding the data to ensure accuracy at the source systemComplies with all departmental/ financial operations policies and practicesIntermediate to Advanced expertise with Microsoft Excel® (both in terms of formulas & functions; knowledge of VBA would be a plus)Generates reports with customized data parameters to aid decision makingIntermediate experience with Microsoft Powerpoint®, Microsoft Access® Good written and verbal communication skillsPositive AttitudeExcellent Problem Solving and Analytical SkillsFocus on Innovation and CreativityTakes initiative on personal development Flexible and adaptable to Business needs and contingenciesGood Team PlayerExperience in an operational/analytical role mandatory