PMO-Financial Analyst

ARS Traffic & Transport Technology (India); Thiruvananthapuram; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

ARS Traffic & Transport Technology (India) is seeking a role that blends project management with financial oversight to drive portfolio performance.

The position requires coordinating budgets, forecasts, and strategic financial planning across multiple projects, while ensuring governance and reporting standards are met. Strong collaboration with stakeholders and vendors will be essential.

Qualifications

• Experience overseeing project governance and PMO processes.
• Ability to manage budgets, forecasts, and financial controls across a portfolio.
• Strong analytical skills for cost-benefit analyses and ROI reporting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project management processes and ensure governance compliance.
• Track and report project progress against timelines, budgets, and scope.
• Support managers in resource planning, budgeting, and risk management.
• Monitor KPIs and deliverables and report performance.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Financial analysis

KPI reporting

Stakeholder management

Risk management

PMO tools

Tools

Microsoft Project

SAP

Job description

· Oversee project management processes and ensure compliance with project governance frameworks.

· Track and report on the progress of projects, ensuring they align with timelines, budgets, and scope.

· Support project managers in resource planning, budgeting, and risk management.

· Monitor project performance, reporting on key performance indicators (KPIs) and deliverables.

2. Financial Analysis & Budget Management:

· Develop, manage, and track project budgets and financials across the entire portfolioaligning with organizational financial goals

· Perform cost-benefit analysis and financial forecasting to help stakeholders make informed decisions.

· Analyze and report on variances between projected and actual project costs.

· Ensure that financial resources are allocated efficiently to various projects and initiatives.

· Monitor the financial performance of the projects/contracts and provide variance analysis.

3. Cost Optimization

· Identify cost-saving opportunities across projects without compromising quality.

· Implement strategies to optimize resource allocation and utilization.

4. Risk and Financial Control:

· Assess financial risks associated with projects and develop mitigation plans.

· Monitor spending and ensure adherence to financial controls, policies, and guidelines.

· Conduct financial audits or reviews as required.

5. Reporting & Communication:

· Generate detailed financial reports and dashboards for stakeholders, highlighting key metrics like ROI, cost variance, and profitability.

· Provide actionable insights to improve financial efficiency.

· Collaborate with senior management to support strategic financial planning and portfolio management.

6. Stakeholder Management:

· Engage with key stakeholders to understand their financial needs and ensure projects are aligned with organizational financial goals.

· Collaborate with project managers and finance teams to ensure transparency in financial matters.

· Facilitate regular updates to stakeholders on financial health and project progress.

7. Tool & Process Optimization:

· Utilize project management and financial tools (such as Microsoft Project, SAP, or other PMO/financial software) to streamline financial tracking and reporting.

· Identify inefficiencies in financial processes and implement improvements.

· Drive initiatives to enhance financial governance and accountability.

This role typically requires a strong understanding of both project management and financial concepts, with the ability to balance strategic oversight and detailed financial analysis. The candidate would also need to be highly organized and capable of working with multiple stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes.