Analyst - Financial Planning & Analysis - Chemical Industry

Analyst - Financial Planning & Analysis - Chemical Industry Only

Job Title: FP&A Analyst (Mumbai-based MNC)

Location: Mumbai, India

Experience Required: 5-8 years

Education: Chartered Accountancy, Cost & Management Accountancy, or MBA (Finance) from a reputable B-School

Job Description:

- Dominic Lewis has been mandated to hire an FP&A Analyst for a Mumbai-based multinational corporation. The FP&A Analyst will serve as the custodian and process owner for Finance & Controlling functions within the shared service center for respective entities.

Responsibilities:

- Financial Reporting: Generate monthly, quarterly, and yearly reports on actuals and forecasts for corporate reporting.

- Variance Analysis: Prepare accurate and insightful variance reports, analyzing deviations/exceptions against budget and forecast.

- Process Coordination: Coordinate with cross-functional teams to establish processes for data collection and maintenance of master data/conditions to ensure accurate costing results.

- Reporting Support: Produce recurring and ad hoc reports and analyses for the Business Unit.

- Audit Support: Support audit processes with efficient and standardized reports for statutory, internal, and SOX audits.

Level of Autonomy:

- The job holder is empowered to prepare and provide data, information, and reports for multiple stakeholders within the Finance department without seeking prior approval from higher management.

Job Requirements:

- Strong analytical and fact-based approach, capable of working independently.

- Educational background in Chartered Accountancy, Cost & Management Accountancy, or MBA (Finance) from a reputable B-School, coupled with relevant experience.

- 5 to 8 years of experience in financial analysis/project controlling roles.

- Previous experience in the chemical manufacturing industry within a global multinational organization.

-Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 applications, particularly MS Excel and MS PowerPoint.

- Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP, Business Warehouse, PowerBi, and SAP Analytical Cloud.

- Fluent in English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

- Comfortable operating in a demanding environment within an international context.

- Strong interpersonal skills, capable of fostering enthusiasm, driving change, and making decisions based on analytical and factual evidence.

Job Context:

- The role is situated within a global specialty chemicals leader, providing innovative and sustainable solutions across various industries worldwide, including paper, plastics, building materials, food, pharmaceuticals, and personal care items. Operating in over 80 countries, the organization's reach is extensive.