Financial Analyst

Zeta; Bengaluru, Mumbai; On-site; INR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Zeta is seeking a Financial Analyst based in Bengaluru to lead financial forecasting, management reporting, and valuation analyses. The ideal candidate will have a CA/MBA degree and at least 1-3 years of experience, demonstrating strong financial modeling and analytical skills.

The candidate will work closely with Management and Accounting to ensure data integrity and provide insightful analyses for business decisions. Zeta promotes diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of relevant experience in financial analysis.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Strong analytical skills for data interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial forecasting and management reporting.
• Build and maintain detailed financial models.
• Support investment and strategic decisions.
• Perform variance and trend analysis.
• Work closely with Accounting for data integrity.
• Automate recurring reporting workflows.
• Recommend actions through data analysis.

Skills

Financial modelling and valuation skills

Analytical, data gathering and data presentation skills

Excellent communication skills

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

Good business acumen

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to multi-task and work under pressure

Education

CA/MBA

Job description

About the Role

Financial Analyst will be responsible for preparation and analysis of financial reporting, analyze results, perform variance analysis, identify trends, and make recommendations for improvements. Role will also be responsible for assisting in detailed financial models, valuation analyses, and creating scenario analysis to develop long and short-range financial plan.

This role requires an in-depth understanding of the business together with analytical skills. Financial Analyst will be working in close association with Management and Business Leaders. Role will be based out of Mumbai/Bangalore location.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial forecasting and management reporting, including KPI and operational metrics tracking (plan/forecast vs. actuals)
• Build and maintain detailed financial models (unit economics, multi-year plans, sensitivities) and run scenario analyses to support business decisions
• Support investment and strategic decisions through valuation analyses and decision materials (databooks, dashboards, review packs)
• Perform variance and trend analysis, identify key drivers, and recommend actions to improve performance
• Work closely with Accounting to ensure data integrity and alignment between GL outputs and management reporting
• Create and improve reporting/planning processes: standard templates, clear metric definitions, and documentation of assumptions
• Automate recurring reporting and forecasting workflows to reduce manual effort and improve timeliness and accuracy
• Recommend actions by analyzing and interpreting data and making comparative analyses; study proposed changes in methods and materials

Skills

• Strong financial modelling and valuation skills
• Strong analytical, data gathering and data presentation skills
• Excellent communication skillsAdvanced Microsoft Excel skills (Powerpoint will be an added advantage)
• Good business acumen
• Highest standards of accuracy and precision; highly organized
• Ability to work independently and as a team member with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to Multi-task and work under pressure

Experience & Qualifications

• CA/MBA with at least 1-3 years of relevant experience

Zeta is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds, cultures, and communities to apply and believe that a diverse workforce is key to our success