Financial Analyst – India SME & Mid-Cap Focus

Ganita Corp Ltd; North East; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based private equity firm is seeking a Financial Analyst to join its team. The role involves detailed financial analysis, supporting investment decisions, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Candidates should have 2-5 years of relevant experience, with strong analytical and communication skills. A competitive salary starting at £35,000 is offered, along with opportunities for continuous learning and a multicultural work environment.

Benefits

Competitive annual salary

1 month paid statutory holiday

Cycle to Work Scheme

Opportunities for continuous learning

Multicultural and inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in financial analysis, operations finance, or related fields.
• Proven skills in budgeting and forecasting.
• Familiarity with Indian SMEs or emerging markets is an advantage.
• Language proficiency: English and Hindi or another Indian language required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed financial analysis and variance reporting.
• Build and maintain financial models for evaluations.
• Analyse market trends and macroeconomic indicators.
• Support financial due diligence and transaction processes.
• Deliver management reports and dashboards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for risk evaluation.
• Assist with performance improvement initiatives.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Forecasting

Variance analysis

Cost optimisation

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in finance, economics, supply chain management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Financial reporting tools

Job description

Company Overview

Ganita Corp Ltd is a UK-based private equity firm with a specialised focus on India’s small and mid-cap business sector. We invest in and partner with high-potential companies, supporting their growth from early expansion to strategic exits. With operations in the UK and India, our approach combines global perspective with strong local expertise to create long-term value.

Role Summary

We are seeking a Financial Analyst to join our UK office starting 1st October 2025. This is a key role for a motivated professional with experience in financial analysis, operations finance, and supply chain management. The successful candidate will contribute to investment research, financial modelling, and portfolio monitoring, gaining hands-on exposure across the full investment lifecycle — from deal evaluation to reporting and value creation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed financial analysis, forecasting, and variance reporting to support investment and operational decisions.
• Build and maintain financial models (DCF, comparables, and sensitivity analysis) to evaluate opportunities.
• Analyse market trends, macroeconomic indicators, and sector data to support deal assessments.
• Support financial due diligence, transaction processes, and preparation of investment materials.
• Deliver management reports, dashboards, and KPIs for portfolio monitoring and decision-making.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, advisors, and legal partners to evaluate financial and operational risks.
• Assist with post-investment monitoring, strategy execution, and performance improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in financial analysis, operations finance, procurement, or related fields.
• Proven skills in budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and cost optimisation.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and financial reporting tools.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in finance, economics, supply chain management, or a related field.
• Familiarity with Indian SMEs, regulatory environment, or emerging markets is an advantage.
• Language proficiency: English (required); Hindi or another Indian language (required).

What We Offer

• Competitive annual salary of £35,000(starting).
• 1 month paid statutory holiday.
• A multicultural and inclusive work environment.
• Direct exposure to investment evaluation, procurement strategies, and financial decision-making.
• Opportunities for continuous learning, professional growth, and cross-border collaboration.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.

At Ganita Corp Ltd, we don’t just invest in companies — we invest in people and futures. Join us and play a pivotal role in shaping the next chapter of India’s entrepreneurial growth.