Finance Industrial Trainee

PUMA Sports India Pvt Ltd.; Bengaluru; Sur place; INR 180 000 - 300 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

PUMA Sports India Pvt Ltd. is seeking a Finance Industrial Trainee based in Bengaluru for a 12-month program. You will work in the business finance team, supporting product, retail, and brand decisions with hands-on exposure to numbers and reporting.

Key areas include financial statements, budgeting, variance analysis, and management reporting, with opportunities to develop dashboards and improve reporting quality in a fast-moving brand environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing CA (ICAI) with eligibility to undergo industrial training.
• Strong grounding in accounting and finance principles.
• Proficient MS Excel; working knowledge of SAP ERP is a plus.
• Demonstrates analytical thinking and clear communication.

Responsabilités

• Prepare and analyse monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for India business.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis across product categories and online channels.
• Assist in management reports and senior leadership presentations.
• Ensure adherence to internal controls and Puma's finance standards.
• Develop automated dashboards using Excel/Power BI for leadership.
• Contribute to process standardization and efficiency improvements.

Connaissances

Analytical mindset

Strong communication

Self-driven

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Formation

Pursuing CA (ICAI)

Outils

MS Excel

SAP ERP

Description du poste

YOUR MISSION

SPEED & SPIRIT is what we look for in our candidates, defined by some simple values that inspire us to BE DRIVEN in our performance, BE VIBRANT in our sporting legacy, BE TOGETHER in our team spirit, and to let our individual talent and experience shine.

About the Role:

At Puma, we move fast and so does our finance function. As a Finance Industrial Trainee, you will embed yourself in the business finance team supporting one of the world's most recognised sports lifestyle brands. You will get real exposure to the numbers that drive product, retail, and brand decisions across India and beyond.

Duration: 12 Months

Roles & Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyse monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for the India business.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis tracking performance across product categories and online channels.
• Assist in preparation of management reports and presentations for senior leadership.
• Ensure adherence to internal controls, compliance frameworks, and Puma's global finance standards.
• Support monthly management review presentations and business performance reporting.
• Conduct cost, revenue, and trend analysis for strategic decision-making.
• Prepare schedules and documentation for statutory and internal audits.
• Purchases and COGS, accounting and MIS preparation - review and analysis
• Overall analysis of COGS movement of the Company
• Develop automated dashboards using Excel/Power BI for leadership.
• Ensure data accuracy, timeliness, and consistency across all reports.
• Collaborate with teams to gather inputs, validate data, and improve reporting quality.
• Support process standardization, automation, and efficiency improvements.
• Contribute to special finance projects as assigned by leadership.

Why Puma Global brand exposure work with one of the world's top sports lifestyle companies.

Fast-track learning across financial analysis, reporting, and business partnering.

Cross-functional collaboration with Sales, Supply Chain, and Brand teams.

Sports lifestyle culture energetic, diverse, and performance-driven workplace.

YOUR TALENT

Who You Are

• Pursuing CA (ICAI) with eligibility to undergo industrial training as per institute guidelines.
• Strong academic record and solid conceptual understanding of accounting & finance principles.
• Proficient in MS Excel; working knowledge of SAP ERP is a definite advantage.
• Sharp analytical mind with clear, confident communication skills.
• Self-driven and comfortable keeping pace in a fast-moving brand environment.
• Comfortable working both independently and in cross-functional teams.

PUMA provides equal opportunities for all job applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or disability.

Equality for all is one of the core principles at PUMA and we do not tolerate any form of harassment or discrimination.

At PUMA, every application is reviewed by real people who are committed to fairness, transparency, and equal opportunity - no matter your background, identity, or experience.To ensure our process stays true to these values, no automated systems or AI tools are used to make hiring decisions. Every decision is made by real people -with real judgment and accountability. We may use functions supported by Artificial Intelligence (AI) to carry out isolated organizational steps, such as scheduling interviews. These functions have no influence on decisions in the application process. We belief in creating spaces where everyone is welcome, celebrated, and empowered to contribute authentically. Because at PUMA, whoever wants to play, can play.

PUMA is a global sports brand creating footwear, apparel, and accessories that inspire athletes and everyday movers. The PUMA Group owns PUMA, Cobra Golf, and stichd, operates in 120+ countries, and has around 22,000 employees worldwide. At PUMA, we are in constant pursuit of faster. That extends beyond our support of the fastest athletes in the world. We also work to be fast in how we adapt to and connect with the constantly changing world around us. Through innovative design, iconic footwear and apparel, and authentic partnerships, we aim to always push what's next in both sport and culture. PUMA supports over 21,000 employees across 120+ countries. The PUMA Group owns the brand PUMA, Cobra Golf and stichd, and is headquartered in Herzogenaurach, Germany.