FinOps Analyst

Overview

The FinOps Analyst ensures timely and accurate closing and execution of financial periods in line with the closing calendar and SLA commitments, while observing Compliance, Internal Audit and SOX requirements. The role reports to the Senior Team Lead- PAGA (EMEA).

What you'll do

• Close financial periods on time as per the closing calendar and in accordance with SLA commitments, fully observing Compliance, Internal Audit and SOX requirements.
• Be accountable for the completeness, accuracy and validity of the actuals reported within process/entity scope.
• Stay knowledgeable of worldwide procedures and compliance requirements for respective areas.
• Focus regularly on balance sheet reconciliations to minimize open items.
• Partner with Finance Operations Managers to ensure quality measures are in place and meet team KPIs.
• Understand, adhere to, and execute worldwide policies and procedures; identify compliance risks and recommend solutions.
• Execute global strategy and solutions in line with taxonomy.
• Onboard and train new joiners.
• Support Process Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and Operational Key Contacts (OKCs) to ensure cross sector, cross region and cross process alignment, maintaining good documentation and a consistent global approach.
• Execute process improvements, generating ideas and implementing them in line with global standards.
• Foster and implement a continuous improvement mindset, identifying and pursuing process efficiency opportunities.
• Remain updated with industry trends, changes in accounting rules and the latest technologies.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures to comply with GAAP and SEC regulations.
• Assist the team with audit requests raised by the Legal Entity Controllership team.
• Ensure strong internal controls are in place to achieve adequate internal and external audit ratings.
• Lead or participate in other regional, global and cross-functional duties as assigned.

What you'll need

• Bachelor's level degree or equivalent in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• At least 2-4 years of professional experience.
• Experience in a global accounting function for a large multi-state company.
• Experience in Balance Sheet Account Reconciliation (BSAR).
• Experience in journal entry preparation and posting.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with employees at all levels.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Fluent in English.
• Learning agility and adaptability to different business requirements.
• Openness to new ideas, rapid change and embracing new technologies.

Nice to have

• CPA, CMA, MBA and/or other financial certifications.
• Experience in a Shared Service Centre of a multinational corporation or BPO.
• Knowledge and experience in GRIR (Goods Receipt/Invoice Receipt) processes.
• Experience in accrual and prepayment accounting.
• Understanding of month-end close activities related to balance sheet and expense accounting.
• Ability to handle ambiguity and fluid situations with a pragmatic approach.
• Ability to successfully manage multiple priorities, be very organized and work efficiently to tight deadlines.
• Solid US GAAP accounting knowledge.
• Digital/intelligent automation capabilities.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP and Blackline preferred) and MS Office, particularly Excel.
• Other language skills.

Details

• Location: Asia Pacific, India, Karnataka, Bangalore.
• Work mode: Hybrid.
• Candidates may be asked to work shifts to align with global assignments in Americas / EMEA / Asia.