FPandA And Reporting Pune 171503

ADP; Pune District; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Automatic Data Processing, Inc. in Pune is seeking an FP&A professional to lead forecast modeling and variance analysis for multiple business units. The role emphasizes advanced Excel, Cognos, and external driver analysis to drive actionable insights.

You will partner with FP&A teams and mid-management to deliver accurate plans, reports, and presentations. A strong analytical mindset and teamwork are essential to succeed in this office-based role in Pune.

Qualifications

• Strong Excel skills with formulas and functions; VBA a plus.
• Experience with Cognos, Hyperion Essbase, or Business Objects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; positive attitude.
• Analytical mindset with problem-solving and data governance focus.
• Experience in an operational/analytical role.

Responsibilities

• Build forecast models using key drivers, trend analysis and external factors.
• Interpret variance analysis to help business units take proactive action.
• Improve accuracy by identifying errors and aligning drivers.
• Analyze consolidated results with Business Operations and Finance to understand variances.
• Prepare operating plan results, forecasts and deliverables.

Skills

Advanced Excel

VBA (plus)

PowerPoint

Access

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem solving

Team player

Tools

Cognos

Hyperion Essbase

Business Objects

Job description

Job Description:

Role Requirement

Partners with the various FP&A teams and mid-management by working collaboratively to achieve a common goalTakes the lead in building forecast models using key drivers, trend analysis, economic and external factors, etc. Understands & interprets the numbers and proactively thinks about the analysis that will help the business unitsUnderstands and interprets variance analysis results to help business units take proactive actionContinuously improves accuracy by identifying errors as well as aligning to key drivers and identifying variance root causesAnalyzes consolidated results and partners closely with Business Operations and Business Finance to understand material variances to budget and historical trendsMonitors accuracy and predictive validity of existing models (e.g. relevance of metrics or business drivers included in forecast)Runs operating plan models and incorporates guidance received on validated assumptions; assists in the preparation of the results, forecasts, and operating plan presentation / deliverablesProvides analytical support; conducts research as required. Produces and distributes ad hoc reports/mines and assimilates related data as directed for use in planning and forecasting activitiesDrives ad-hoc analysis projects to help the business unitsCreates analytical tools and models for driving process efficienciesDrives the compliance/data governance process surrounding the data to ensure accuracy at the source systemComplies with all departmental/ financial operations policies and practicesTechnical SkillsIntermediate to Advanced expertise with Microsoft Excel (both in terms of formulas & functions; knowledge of VBA would be a plus)Uses financial systems such as Cognos, Hyperion Essbase, Business Objects etc.Generates reports with customized data parameters to aid decision makingIntermediate experience with Microsoft Powerpoint, Microsoft AccessGeneral SkillsGood written and verbal communication skillsPositive AttitudeExcellent Problem Solving and Analytical SkillsFocus on Innovation and CreativityTakes initiative on personal developmentFlexible and adaptable to Business needs and contingenciesGood Team PlayerExperience in an operational/analytical role mandatory

Qualifications

Partners with the various FP&A teams and mid-management by working collaboratively to achieve a common goalTakes the lead in building forecast models using key drivers, trend analysis, economic and external factors, etc. Understands & interprets the numbers and proactively thinks about the analysis that will help the business unitsUnderstands and interprets variance analysis results to help business units take proactive actionContinuously improves accuracy by identifying errors as well as aligning to key drivers and identifying variance root causesAnalyzes consolidated results and partners closely with Business Operations and Business Finance to understand material variances to budget and historical trendsMonitors accuracy and predictive validity of existing models (e.g. relevance of metrics or business drivers included in forecast)Runs operating plan models and incorporates guidance received on validated assumptions; assists in the preparation of the results, forecasts, and operating plan presentation / deliverablesProvides analytical support; conducts research as required. Produces and distributes ad hoc reports/mines and assimilates related data as directed for use in planning and forecasting activitiesDrives ad-hoc analysis projects to help the business unitsCreates analytical tools and models for driving process efficienciesDrives the compliance/data governance process surrounding the data to ensure accuracy at the source systemComplies with all departmental/ financial operations policies and practicesTechnical SkillsIntermediate to Advanced expertise with Microsoft Excel (both in terms of formulas & functions; knowledge of VBA would be a plus)Uses financial systems such as Cognos, Hyperion Essbase, Business Objects etc.Generates reports with customized data parameters to aid decision makingIntermediate experience with Microsoft Powerpoint, Microsoft AccessGeneral SkillsGood written and verbal communication skillsPositive AttitudeExcellent Problem Solving and Analytical SkillsFocus on Innovation and CreativityTakes initiative on personal developmentFlexible and adaptable to Business needs and contingenciesGood Team PlayerExperience in an operational/analytical role mandatory