Associate Analyst, Technology

XPO; Maharashtra; On-site; INR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

XPO is seeking an Associate Analyst, Technology, to monitor IT spend across technology teams. In this analytical role, you will help identify challenges, support smarter decision-making and improve operational efficiency across the IT ecosystem.

You will develop and track key performance indicators, support variance analysis and partner with finance, technology leaders to ensure cost visibility and accountability in Planview and telecom processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting.
• 1–3 years of FP&A or corporate/technology finance experience.
• Knowledge of cloud cost management and IT financial management.
• Strong Excel skills and financial analytics capabilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder partnering abilities.

Responsibilities

• Analyze complex business, financial, Planview and telecom problems and recommend actions.
• Support annual planning, monthly/quarterly forecasting, budget development.
• Provide Planview support, data updates, reporting, and issue resolution.
• Track variances and performance against forecasts to guide decisions.
• Collaborate with finance, technology and business leaders to improve cost visibility.

Skills

FP&A experience

Cloud cost management

Excel & analytics

Communication & partnering

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting

Tools

Coupa

SAP

Oracle

Planview

Job description

XPO is a top ten global provider of transportation services, powered by a highly integrated network of people, technology and physical assets. At XPO, we look for employees who welcome a challenge, communicate effectively in all situations and use their skills and experience to drive positive results. If you’re looking for a growth opportunity with a bright future, join us at XPO.

As the Associate Analyst, Technology, you will be a key member of the technology team responsible for the continual monitoring of annual IT spend across our technology teams. In this highly analytical role, you will help identify challenges, support smarter decision-making and improve operational efficiency across the IT ecosystem.

You will assist in developing and tracking key performance indicators that drive strategic business improvements. Using your analytical background, you will support accountability through variance analysis, data-driven insights and financial performance tracking. You will also partner closely with team members and technology leaders to support a broad range of systems and activities, including Planview and telephone-related processes.

What You’ll Do

• Analyze complex business, financial, Planview, and telecom-related problems and develop sound recommendations
• Provide Planview support, including project setup, data updates, reporting assistance, process documentation, user guidance, and issue resolution.
• Partner with finance, technology, and business leaders to drive financial transparency and accountability, and strategic decision-making across technology investments. Support annual planning, monthly and quarterly forecasting, budget development.
• Support telephone and telecom expense management processes, including tracking monthly charges, reviewing invoices, validating billing accuracy, and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
• Collaborate with finance, technology, operations, and business stakeholders to improve telecom processes, enhance cost visibility, and ensure timely issue resolution.
• Track actual financial performance against forecasts and budgets, identify variances, and recommend appropriate adjustments.
• Perform variance analysis and financial performance reviews to identify key trends, risks, opportunities, and cost optimization initiatives.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting.
• 1-3 years of experience in FP&A, corporate finance or technology finance.
• Working knowledge of cloud cost management, IT financial management, technology spend optimization, or vendor cost analysis.
• Strong expertise in financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial analytics tools.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to partner effectively with business and technology leaders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with ERP and financial systems such as Coupa, SAP, Oracle, Planview, or similar enterprise platforms.
• Proven ability to leverage AI tools and task automation to streamline workflows, improve accuracy, and increase efficiency within Microsoft Office applications.
• Working knowledge of cloud cost management, IT financial management, technology spend optimization, or vendor cost analysis.

Impact You’ll Have

• Strengthen financial discipline across technology investments and IT spend.
• Provide actionable insights that improve cost efficiency, forecasting accuracy, and financial transparency.

This role provides strong visibility across finance and technology leadership and offers opportunities to build expertise in technology finance, strategic FP&A, and data-driven decision support. You will collaborate with global teams and gain exposure to large-scale technology investment strategies, positioning you for future growth within finance and leadership roles.

Why Join Us

• Gain exposure to senior leadership and global technology initiatives
• Develop expertise in technology finance, cloud cost management, and strategic FP&A
• Be part of a collaborative, fast-paced environment focused on innovation and growth