Financial Analyst

Wabtec; Krishnagiri District, Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Wabtec in Hosur (Tamil Nadu) is seeking a Finance Analyst to join the manufacturing finance team. The role covers project cost control, budgeting, revenue recognition and cash forecasting with emphasis on warranty and AR processes.

The candidate should hold a CA or equivalent, have strong US GAAP knowledge, and at least five years of experience, plus excellent analytical and communication skills to collaborate across project teams and finance functions.

Qualifications

• CA or equivalent professional qualification.
• Working knowledge of US GAAP.
• Minimum 5+ years of progressive experience in finance and accounting.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing finance, cost accounting, and ERP systems (Oracle Preferred).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Project Controlling and warranty management, including budgeting, forecasts, and variance analysis.
• Track project costs, revenue recognition, and margin analysis.
• Prepare monthly project financial reports and variance analysis.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting standards, and contractual terms.
• Support project managers with financial insights for decision-making.
• Identify risks and opportunities impacting project profitability.
• Analyze warranty spend and forecasts for accuracy in reporting.
• AR process oversight: invoicing, collections, dispute resolution, and cash application.
• Monitor AR metrics (DSO, collection efficiency, dispute timelines).
• Assist in cash flow forecasting based on AR trends.

Skills

Analytical ability

Problem-solving

Communication

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Financial analysis

Education

CA or equivalent

5+ years progressive experience in finance and accounting

US GAAP knowledge

Tools

Oracle ERP

Excel advanced

Job description

Job Title: Finance Analyst

Location: Hosur

Industry: Manufacturing

Experience Required

Minimum 5 years in Finance

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Finance Analyst. The position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate across project teams and finance functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Controlling and warranty
• Monitor and control project budgets, forecasts, and financial performance.
• Track project costs, revenue recognition, and margin analysis.
• Prepare monthly project financial reports and variance analysis.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting standards, and contractual terms.
• Support project managers with financial insights for decision-making.
• Identify risks and opportunities impacting project profitability.
• Analysis of the warranty spent and forecast.
• Ensure accuracy in the warranty reporting.
• Accounts Receivable Analyst
• Monitor outstanding receivables and follow up on overdue accounts.
• Ensure accuracy in reporting of sales and receivables
• Oversee the AR process, including invoicing, collections, dispute resolution, adjustments and cash application.
• Monitor Key metrics such as DSO, collection efficiency and dispute resolution timelines.
• Assist in cash flow forecasting based on AR trends.
• Ensure compliance with credit policies and internal controls.

Qualifications & Skills

• Chartered Accountant (CA) or equivalent professional qualification.
• Working knowledge of US GAAP
• Minimum 5+ years of progressive experience in finance and accounting
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing finance, cost accounting, and ERP systems (Oracle Preferred)
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.