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Financial Planning Analyst
Banking Financial Services
Company shared salary
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Market rate
₹60,000–₹120,000/mo (₹720,000–₹1,440,000/yr)
Based on similar roles (title + domain + location).
About the Company
Job Title: Specialist Financial Analyst - Central Global Opex management Team (IC3) The Specialist Financial Analyst (IC3) is a high-impact individual contributor responsible for end-to-end ownership of Operating Expense forecasting and management for assigned Lines of Business (LOBs) and regions. This role drives forecasting accuracy, leveraging automation and strategic insights through advanced use of Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) systems, analytics and AI-driven tools. The individual acts as a trusted finance partner to business stakeholders and plays a key role in improving forecasting accuracy and operational efficiency.
Responsibilities
- ● Own OPEX forecasting process for assigned LOBs/regions.
- ● Develop accurate run-rate models and driver-based forecasts.
- ● Lead annual budget cycles.
- ● Analyze variances vs Forecast and Prior Year
- ● Provide actionable insights to business leaders.
- ● Partner with business leaders to understand cost drivers and strategic initiatives.
- ● Challenge assumptions constructively and provide financial guidance
- ● Translate financial data into business language for decision-making.
- ● Leverage automation tools to streamline forecasting processes.
- ● Drive standardization across LOBs/regions.
- ● Identify efficiency opportunities and eliminate manual work.
- ● Support continuous improvement initiatives across the OPEX function.
- ● Utilize advanced analytics to detect trends, anomalies, and risk areas.
- ● Leverage AI-powered forecasting tools to improve accuracy.
- ● Support predictive modeling and scenario planning.
- ● Financial & Analytical Skills
- ● Systems Expertise
- ● Ownership Mindset
- ● Analytical Curiosity
- ● Structured & Detail-Oriented
- ● Influencing & Communication Skills
- ● Continuous Improvement Orientation
- ● Collaborative & Supportive
Requirements
- ● 8-12 years of experience in FP&A or OPEX management
- ● Experience in a multinational / matrixed organization preferred
- ● Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
- ● MBA / CA / CPA (preferred but not mandatory)
- ● High forecast accuracy and reduced variance volatility
- ● Increased automation and reduced manual effort
- ● Strong stakeholder confidence and trust
- ● Improved transparency through dashboards and analytics
- ● Active contribution to AI-enabled forecasting maturity
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