Lead Analyst – Operations Finance

Job Title:Lead Analyst – Operations FinanceSummary:Momentive Business Services (MBS) provides exceptional support to global operations, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment that drives operational excellence. The Global Shared Services team, based in India is integral to this mission, delivering comprehensive finance and business support.In this role within the Global Finance Shared Services (GSS–MBS) team in India, the Lead Analyst will partner with Business Finance leaders and collaborate with Operations Finance and SCM Finance teams to provide operations finance analytics and decision support across segments and plants.The role will generate insights on manufacturing cost, conversion cost, variances, inventory, OOS, and operational performance to strengthen understanding of the operations component of P&L. It will provide actual costing and cost flow analytics, bridging hybrid costing, standard costing, and traditional P&L views to support business discussions and operational decision-making.The position will also contribute to reporting standardization, process transformation, and scalable analytics capabilities through the MBS operating model.Responsibilities Include:Tasks and responsibilities of the position:Translate Business Finance priorities into operational analytics and plant-level interpretation, helping connect financial outcomes with manufacturing and supply chain drivers (“connecting the dots”)Enable visibility on conversion cost opportunities, cost benchmarking, and cost standardization practices across sitesGenerate operations finance insights across regions/plants through structured analysis of manufacturing costs, conversion cost, manufacturing variances, OOS trends, and operational performance drivers to enable Business Finance leaders to better understand the operations (Material cost + Conversion) component of their respective P&LPartner with Business Finance and Operations Finance leaders by delivering fact-based cost and operational insights to strengthen business decision-makingCollaborate with SCM Finance to provide analytics on material cost, inventory, logistics cost, and supply chain performance driversProvide actual costing and cost flow analytics, creating a bridge between hybrid costing approaches, standard costing structures, and traditional P&L views to improve understanding of operational financial outcomes, Cost drivers and cost behavior across plantsDeliver Budget vs Actual vs Forecast operational cost analytics and generate insights to support discussions related to material pricing and conversion economicsContribute to MERP/ERP transformation initiatives and reporting/dashboard enhancements, ensuring alignment between Business Finance, Operations Finance, and MBS operating requirementsHandle ad-hoc analytical requests from stakeholders and management to ensure timely insights and business continuityEnsure compliance with US GAAP / IFRS accounting standards and internal Momentive financial policies through consistent financial analysis and reporting standardsDecision Making Authority:NoneKey Metrics Role Is Accountable For:Strong expertise in operations finance, costing, and business partneringAdvanced analytics and financial modellingStrong stakeholder management and influencing skillsDeep understanding of manufacturing, SCM, and value chain dynamicsQualitative Data accuracy & Global process AlignmentData Driven value added Insights MetricsTechnology & Tools utilization (Internal and External)Key Relationships:Business Finance LeaderOperations Finance LeaderIT TeamCross functional team (as needed)Travel RequirementsNoneQualificationsMinimum Qualifications:CMA / MBA degree required in finance, accounting, business, or related fieldStrong Financial Planning & Analysis Skillset based on experience in a finance role in the manufacturing IndustryTotal 10 years of industry Finance experience wherein 5-7 years of progressive Plant Finance Controlling experienceERP knowledge and experience (SAP knowledge is a plus)Experience working in a global environmentGood interpersonal & English Communication skills (mandate)Pro-active attitude, pragmatic, Multitask handling and team playerOrganizational and flexible skillsPreferred Qualifications:Advanced MS Excel, Power BI, Tableau and MS PowerPoint experienceExposure in Global Shared services set up is a PlusKey Competencies Or Skills:Strategic FocusEngaged LeadershipAgilityExcellenceCollaboration & TeamworkAccountabilityQualifications:The following are required for the roleCMA / MBA degree required in finance, accounting, business, or related fieldStrong Financial Planning & Analysis Skillset based on experience in a finance role in the manufacturing IndustryTotal 10 years of industry Finance experience wherein 5-7 years of progressive Plant Finance Controlling experienceERP knowledge and experience (SAP knowledge is a plus)Experience working in a global environmentGood interpersonal & English Communication skills (mandate)Pro-active attitude, pragmatic, Multitask handling and team playerOrganizational and flexible skillsWhat We Offer:At Momentive, we value your well-being and offer competitive total rewards and development programs. Our inclusive culture fosters a strong sense of belonging and provides diverse career opportunities to help you unleash your full potential. Together, through innovative problem-solving and collaboration, we strive to create sustainable solutions that make a meaningful impact. Join our Momentive team to open a bright future. #BePartoftheSolutionAbout Us:Momentive is a premier global advanced materials company with a cutting-edge focus on silicones and specialty products. We deliver solutions designed to help propel our customer’s products forward—products that have a profound impact on all aspects of life, around the clock and from living rooms to outer space. With every innovation, Momentive creates a more sustainable future. Our vast product portfolio is made up of advanced silicones and specialty solutions that play an essential role in driving performance across a multitude of industries, including agriculture, automotive, aerospace, electronics, energy, healthcare, personal care, consumer products, building and construction, and more.Momentive believes a diverse workforce empowers our people, strengthens our business, and contributes to a sustainable world. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by law.To be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment and be of legal working age as defined by local law. An offer may be conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.Note to third parties: Momentive is not seeking or accepting any unsolicited assistance from search and selection firms or employment agencies at this time.