Financial Planning and Analysis Analyst

Overview

Financial Planning and Analysis Analyst role within ABB Finance, reporting to the Financial Planning & Analysis Manager, supporting business performance analysis, reporting and planning.

What you'll do

• Analyze business performance versus plan and forecast.
• Perform month-end closing activities and MIS reports for the respective business / functions.
• Work with other financial professionals in Divisions / Hubs / Countries / functions to understand and analyze the drivers of financial performance.
• Analyze overhead under / over absorption, indicating root cause (true up / true down of the cost).
• Perform cost / benefit analysis and analysis of inventories and NWC.
• Prepare ad-hoc reports as per business / function's request.
• Support preparation of organization financial reporting, business planning and forecasting.
• Support audits.
• Validate accuracy of financial data and business information and reports by performing reconciliation and review of exceptions.
• Optimize own performance to increase productivity by developing automated solutions, eliminating duplications, and coordinating information requirements.
• Identify areas for process / report standardization across different countries, divisions and business units.
• Ensure processes and controls within own area of responsibility are implemented in line with Group and unit requirements.
• Maintain proper audit trail and documentation for future tax / internal / external audits and reviews.
• Maintain SOPs for all activities performed.

What you'll need

• Bachelor or Master's degree in Finance and/or Accounting.
• 2 to 5 years of experience in Financial Planning and Analysis, Budgeting, forecasting, Balance Sheet, Accruals, Financial reports, Profit & Loss.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Thorough / detail oriented approach.
• Strong communication skills.
• Fluent in English.
• Experience with MS Office.
• Ability to work with diverse teams across different countries.
• Self-motivated with a strong commitment to quality.

Nice to have

• CMA/MBA Finance.
• Hands-on experience in SAP FICO modules.