Financial Analyst

Nxtwave Disruptive Technologies; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 650,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Nxtwave Disruptive Technologies in Hyderabad seeks a Financial Analyst to join the Finance & Legal team. You will deliver MIS reports, support budgeting, forecasting, and cost management, and provide strategic insights to founders and investors.

Ideal candidates have 0-2 years FP&A experience, strong Excel, and experience with Power BI/Tableau. MBA or CA Inter is a plus; EdTech/tech exposure preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting or related field.
• MBA in Finance, CA Inter or other finance certifications a plus.
• 0-2 years of progressive financial analysis, budgeting, or FP&A experience.
• Experience with Excel, Power BI or Tableau, ERP systems a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly MIS reports for founders, investors, and stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain cost sheets for all departments with KPI tracking.
• Lead budgeting and annual forecasting with cross-functional teams.
• Analyze market trends, benchmarks, and provide strategic insights to senior management.
• Track program profitability, CAC, LTV, and churn to inform pricing and marketing.
• Handle ad-hoc analyses and special projects as required.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Financial Modeling

Data Analysis

Power BI

Tableau

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting

MBA in Finance

CA Inter

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Are you a highly analytical and driven finance professional looking to make an impact in a fast-paced environment? We're seeking a Financial Analyst to join our Finance & Legal department in Hyderabad. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you'll play a crucial role in providing key financial insights to our founders, investors, and stakeholders, contributing to strategic decision-making and business growth.

What You'll Do:

• Financial Reporting & Analysis: Prepare comprehensive monthly Management Information System (MIS) reports for founders, investors, and other stakeholders, ensuring clarity and accuracy.
• Cost Management & Performance Monitoring: Develop and maintain cost sheets for all organizational departments, closely monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess efficiency and drive accountability.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead the preparation of the annual budget, collaborating closely with business units to ensure accurate projections that align with strategic objectives.
• Strategic Insights: Analyze market trends, competitor positioning, and industry benchmarks to provide senior management with actionable strategic insights.
• Profitability Analysis: Track and analyze program-level profitability, meticulously assessing customer acquisition costs (CAC), lifetime value (LTV), and churn rates to inform and optimize pricing and marketing strategies.
• Ad-hoc Projects: Undertake various ad-hoc analyses and special projects as required by founders and senior management.

What You'll Bring:

• Education: A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field is required. An MBA in Finance, CA Inter, or other finance-related certifications are a plus.
• Experience: 0-2 years of progressive experience in financial analysis, budgeting, or Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A). Experience within the EdTech, technology, or education services industry is ideal.
• Technical Proficiency:
• Demonstrated proficiency in financial modeling and data analysis tools, including advanced Excel.
• Experience with data visualization platforms (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) is preferred.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and financial reporting software is a plus.
• Analytical Acumen: A strong analytical mindset with the proven ability to interpret complex financial data, identify critical trends, and translate them into actionable insights.
• Communication: Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information clearly and concisely to diverse audiences.