Business Finance Sr. Analyst (Fixed Term Contract - Reliever)

Job description

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The Role: Business Finance Senior Analyst

The Business Finance Senior Analyst will be responsible for India Cluster (Two manufacturing plants in India). You shall act as the single point of contact responsible for serving as the primary liaison between the manufacturing department and the finance team. Your role will involve providing financial analysis, reporting, and support to ensure effective decision-making and financial management within the manufacturing operations. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to drive financial performance, cost control, and process improvements.

What will you do?

Financial Analysis includes but not limited to:

a. Analyze financial data, including manufacturing costs, operational expenses, and revenue trends.

b. Prepare detailed financial reports, forecasts, and budgets to aid in decision making activities/processes

c. Conduct variance analysis to identify discrepancies between forecast versus actual financial performance

d. Collaborate with inventory control teams to ensure accurate valuation, reconciliation, and analysis of inventory levels. Provide insights on inventory optimization and assist in the resolution of inventory-related issues.

e. Other reporting and analysis such as Part weights validation, direct labor productivity, Price, volume & FX sales data, purchase productivity validation, freight and other logistic data collections and their lives

Cost analysis

a. Collaborate with production teams to identify cost drivers, analyze cost trends, and implement strategies to optimize costs and improve profitability

b. Monitor and collect manufacturing costs such as labor and inventory and identify cost saving opportunities without compromising product quality or operational efficiency.

Budgeting and Forecasting

a. Create and compute accurate financial forecasts based on historical data and production requirements

b. Monitoring of budgets for manufacturing projects, department, and overall operations

c. Collaborate with the plant finance team to develop and manage manufacturing budgets, forecasts and financial plans

Data analysis

a. Extraction of information from large datasets translating them to meaningful use to support decision making

b. Utilize advanced data analysis techniques and financial modeling to provide insight into business performance

Process optimization and transformation

a. Identify inefficiencies in financial processes and implement improvements to enhance data accuracy and efficiency

b. Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes and enhance operational efficiency. Implement best practices and standardize financial procedures across the manufacturing department.

c. Streamline financial reporting and procedures and automate repetitive tasks using available software/solution such as Power Automate, BluePrism, UiPath and the likes

Stakeholder & Cross-Functional Collaborations

a. Present financial reports (Monthly and Quarterly Business Reviews MBR & QBR) and analysis to management explaining financial implications and concepts in an understandable manner.

b. Collaborating to plant finance business partners, production, supply chain and from other department to gather relevant financial information and to align financial objectives with overall business goals. Provide financial guidance and support on manufacturing-related projects and initiatives.

Other adhoc activities

a. One time financial reports and analysis

b. Participation on audit and compliance activities related to manufacturing.

Who would be successful?

· Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field. A Master's degree or relevant professional certification (e.g., CPA, CMA) may be preferred.

· Proven experience in financial analysis, budgeting, and cost control, preferably within a manufacturing or production environment.

· Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and provide actionable insights.

· Previous experience in finance, accounting, or a related role within a manufacturing environment is required. Knowledge of manufacturing processes and terminology.

· Proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and variance analysis.
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.

· Proficiency in financial analysis tools such as Oracle, Hyperion Financial Management (HFM) and SAP S/4 HANA (Digital Finance Layer), Oracle, and other data visualization or automation tools

· Advanced skills in MS Excel, Power Query and data analysis

· Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills presenting financial insights to stakeholders

· Understanding of cost accounting principles and techniques.

· Attention to detail and the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.

Key Competencies:

· Financial analysis

· Budgeting and forecasting

· Cost control and reduction

· Inventory management

· Data analysis and interpretation

· Communication and collaboration

· Problem-solving and critical thinking

· Attention to detail

What’s in it for me?

· Global family leave

· Comprehensive medical coverage for employee and dependents

· Worldwide Employee Stock Ownership

· Flexible work arrangement

· On-site gym

…and more!

Who will you report to? Business Finance Manager

Why us?

Schneider Electric is leading the digital transformation of energy management and automation. Our technologies enable the world to use energy in a safe, efficient and sustainable manner. We strive to promote a global economy that is both ecologically viable and highly productive.

· €28.9bn global revenue

· 128,000+ employees in 100+ countries

· 45% of revenue from IoT

· 5% of revenue devoted for R&D

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