Senior Finance Analyst

ZF LIFETEC; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

ZF LIFETEC in Hyderabad, India invites a Finance Analyst/Senior Finance Executive (GL5A) to manage end-to-end financial operations. The role emphasizes accurate R2R, GL maintenance, FP&A, budgeting, forecasting, and insightful reporting for decision-making.

Candidate should have strong accounting knowledge, ERP experience (SAP/Oracle), and excellent stakeholder communication. This on-site opportunity supports audits and regulatory compliance with growth potential.

Qualifications

• Experience in Record to Report, GL, FP&A, and financial analysis.
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards and financial controls.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end Record to Report processes.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts; review journal entries.
• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closings.
• Prepare financial reports, dashboards, and presentations.
• Collaborate with functions to develop budgets and forecasts.
• Conduct variance analysis and provide actionable insights.
• Support audits and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Assist in consolidation and financial statement preparation.
• Monitor cash flow, treasury, and internal controls.

Skills

R2R

GL management

FP&A

Financial analysis

Excel modeling

ERP exposure

Stakeholder mgmt

Accounting standards

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Commerce

CA/CMA/CPA/MBA (Finance) preferred

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Job Description:

Req ID 73865|Hyderabad, India,ZF Passive Safety Systems India Private Limited

Job Title: Finance Analyst / Senior Finance Executive (GL5A)

Role Summary: The Finance Analyst will be responsible for managing end-to-end financial operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, supporting planning and forecasting activities, maintaining compliance with statutory and internal policies, and providing financial insights to support business decision-making. The role requires strong analytical abilities, financial acumen, and collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

1. Record to Report (R2R)

• Manage the end-to-end Record to Report process.
• Ensure accurate recording of financial transactions in accordance with accounting standards.
• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities.
• Maintain financial records and ensure timely reporting.

2. General Ledger (GL) Management

• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts.
• Review journal entries and ensure appropriate accounting treatments.
• Investigate and resolve reconciliation discrepancies.
• Ensure chart of accounts integrity and financial accuracy.

3. Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

• Support annual budgeting and strategic financial planning processes.
• Analyze financial performance and business trends.
• Prepare management reports, financial dashboards, and presentations.
• Provide actionable recommendations to improve financial performance.

4. Operational Planning

• Collaborate with business functions to develop operational budgets and plans.
• Evaluate operational costs and resource utilization.
• Support business expansion, cost optimization, and productivity initiatives.
• Monitor performance against operational targets.

5. Forecasting

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial forecasts.
• Analyze business drivers impacting revenue, expenses, and profitability.
• Update forecasts based on market conditions and operational changes.
• Present forecast assumptions and risks to management.

6. Variance Analysis

• Conduct detailed variance analysis between actuals, budgets, and forecasts.
• Identify financial risks, opportunities, and performance gaps.
• Explain key variances and recommend corrective actions.
• Support management reviews with meaningful financial insights.

7. Audit Support

• Coordinate internal and external audit activities.
• Prepare audit schedules, supporting documentation, and responses.
• Ensure compliance with audit requirements and recommendations.
• Assist in implementing audit observations and process improvements.

8. Financial Statement Preparation

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and company policies.
• Support consolidation and reporting activities.
• Deliver accurate and timely financial reports for stakeholders.

9. Compliance & Governance

• Ensure compliance with statutory, regulatory, and corporate requirements.
• Support tax, financial, and regulatory filings.
• Maintain adequate documentation and internal controls.
• Monitor adherence to company policies and risk management guidelines.

10. Treasury Management

• Monitor cash flow, liquidity, and working capital requirements.
• Support banking operations, payment processing, and fund management.
• Assist in cash forecasting and treasury reporting.
• Coordinate with banking partners and internal stakeholders on treasury activities.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of Accounting, Finance, and Financial Reporting.
• Experience in R2R, General Ledger, FP&A, and Financial Analysis.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and financial modeling skills.
• Understanding of financial controls, audits, and compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Education & Experience

• Bachelors Degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, or related field.
• CA/CMA/CPA/MBA (Finance) preferred.
• Relevant experience in Finance, Accounting, FP&A, or Controllership functions.

Contact

Keerthana Naidu

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