Financial Reporting & Consolidation Analyst

Hirewand; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Hirewand in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, is seeking a Financial Reporting & Consolidation Analyst to own multi-entity consolidation, month-end/quarter-end closes, and management reporting. You will convert financial data into actionable insights for founders and leaders, ensuring accuracy across currencies and jurisdictions.

The role requires hands-on experience in consolidations, cutting-edge Excel/BI skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced startup environment.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience consolidating financial statements across multiple entities.
• End-to-end ownership of month-end and quarter-end close processes.
• Strong management reporting and financial analysis for leadership.
• Experience with multi-currency consolidation and FX translations.
• Proficient in Advanced Excel; Power BI experience a plus.
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, MS Dynamics or Zoho.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-entity financial consolidation across entities and jurisdictions.
• Own the month-end and quarter-end closing cycle for accurate results.
• Prepare management-facing reports: revenue, margins, OPEX, EBITDA, cash flow.
• Perform variance analysis, budgeting, forecasting and KPIs for leadership.
• Coordinate with auditors and cross-functional teams on close issues.
• Automate reporting processes and improve data visibility with BI/SQL.
• Support ongoing process improvements and ad-hoc strategic analyses.

Skills

Financial consolidation

Month-end close

Management reporting

Variance analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Multicurrency handling

Education

CA / CMA / MBA Finance

Tools

Power BI

SQL

Excel (Advanced)

ERP systems (SAP/Oracle/MS Dynamics/Zoho)

Job description

Role: Financial Reporting & Consolidation AnalystLocation: Coimbatore, Tamil NaduWork Mode: On-siteEmployment Type: Full-timeExperience: 48 yearsPreferred Background: Finance / Accounting / FP&A / Management ReportingEducation: CA / CMA / MBA FinanceJob BriefWe are looking for a Management Reporting Analyst with strong hands-on experience in financial consolidation, full-cycle book closure, management reporting and financial analysis.The ideal candidate should be comfortable working across multiple legal entities, managing month-end and quarter-end closing, consolidating financial results, and converting financial data into clear reports for senior management.This role is suited to someone who can work independently in a fast-paced, lean or startup environment, take ownership of numbers, and work closely with business and finance leadership.Important: Candidates with only MIS/dashboard/reporting experience but without hands-on multi-entity consolidation and full book-close ownership will not be considered suitable.Key Responsibilities1. Multi-Entity Financial ConsolidationOwn and perform financial consolidation across multiple legal entities and/or jurisdictions.Consolidate P&L, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow results across entities.Handle intercompany reconciliations and eliminations.Work with different currencies and manage foreign currency translation where applicable.Ensure consolidated financials are accurate, complete and delivered within deadlines.Coordinate with entity-level finance teams to resolve discrepancies and consolidation issues.Clearly understand the financial position and performance of each entity as well as the consolidated group.2. Month-End & Quarter-End Book ClosureLead the end-to-end month-end and quarter-end closing process.Own the complete close covering:P&LBalance SheetCash FlowAccruals and provisionsPrepaymentsReconciliationsIntercompany balancesFixed assetsOther closing adjustmentsReview financial statements and ensure all material balances are properly supported.Drive closure of open accounting issues before reporting deadlines.Take ownership of the close rather than merely providing inputs to a separate controllership team.Coordinate with auditors, tax teams and other stakeholders where required.3. Management ReportingPrepare management-facing financial reports for senior management, founders, CFO and business leaders.Develop monthly and quarterly management reporting packs covering:RevenueGross marginOperating expensesEBITDA / profitabilityCash flowWorking capitalBusiness KPIsBudget vs. actualsVariance analysisProvide clear commentary explaining key movements, business drivers and financial risks.Translate financial data into actionable insights for management decision-making.Respond to ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting requirements from leadership.4. Financial Analysis & PlanningSupport annual budgeting, forecasting and rolling forecasts.Perform budget vs. actual and month-on-month variance analysis.Identify cost drivers, revenue trends and profitability opportunities.Support business leaders with financial analysis for strategic decisions.Monitor working capital, cash flow and key financial metrics.Build financial models and analytical reports when required.5. Process Improvement & AutomationIdentify opportunities to improve finance and reporting processes.Automate repetitive reporting and reconciliation activities using Advanced Excel, Power BI, VBA, SQL or other relevant tools.Improve reporting accuracy, turnaround time and data visibility.Establish standardised reporting templates, controls and processes.6. Startup / Lean-Team Collaboration PreferredWork effectively in a startup, founder-led or rapidly growing business environment.Be comfortable working with limited layers of management and taking ownership beyond a narrowly defined job description.Work directly with founders, senior management and cross-functional teams.Bring a hands-on, problem-solving approach rather than relying heavily on separate teams for every finance activity.Must-Have Requirements48 years of relevant finance/accounting/reporting experience.Demonstrated hands-on experience in consolidating financial statements across multiple legal entities and/or jurisdictions.Experience working with multiple currencies is strongly preferred.Proven ownership of full month-end and/or quarter-end book closure, including P&L, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow.Strong experience in management-facing financial reporting.Experience with variance analysis, budgeting and forecasting.Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial statements.Excellent Advanced Excel skills.Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.Ability to independently investigate discrepancies and take ownership of financial numbers.Strong communication skills with the ability to explain financial information to non-finance stakeholders.Preferred RequirementsExperience in a startup, founder-led company or high-growth business.CA / CMA qualification or MBA Finance.Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, Zoho or similar.Experience with Power BI, SQL, VBA or financial reporting automation.Experience working with international entities and cross-border finance.Exposure to statutory audit, tax, compliance and financial controls.Why Join Us?Build reporting systems that make a real business impact.Work directly with experienced business leaders and decision-makers.Gain exposure to operations across multiple business locations.Grow your career in strategic finance, business operations, and analytics.Be part of a fast-growing organization where your ideas and contributions are valued.Enjoy a collaborative, learning-focused, and growth-driven work environment.Application InstructionsIf you possess the qualifications and are driven to excel in your field, we warmly invite you to apply by sharing your updated resume at [e-mail] or by applying directly through this platform.Note: While we appreciate every application, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Your understanding is appreciated in this regard.