Overview:
This role supports core FP&A and financial planning processes including Month-End Close, Forecast, and Annual Operating Plan (AOP). The position partners closely with Finance, cross-functional stakeholders, and IT teams to ensure accurate data processing, timely submissions, and robust system solutions. A strong focus is placed on automation, digitalization, and process optimization using TM1 or HFM, SmartView, and Alteryx as core planning and analytics tools
Responsibilities:
- Support FP&A processes including Month-End Closing, Forecasting, and AOP through accurate data collection, validation, and processing.
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Ensure timely and accurate submissions to GBS and Sector teams.
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Drive automation, digitalization, and simplification of FP&A processes using advanced system and analytics tools.
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Work closely with Finance and Non-Finance stakeholders (Sales Finance, Supply Chain Finance, FP&A, Controls, etc.) to ensure scalable and reliable planning solutions.
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Partner with IT teams and external consulting houses to test planning systems during development and support enhancements.
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Proactively escalate system or data issues, coordinate action plans, and ensure timely resolution.
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Ensure end-to-end system linkages (e.g., Sales Demand to COGS volume) and validate cube integrations.
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Maintain and validate master data mappings, hierarchies, and dependencies across planning and reporting tools.
Qualifications:
- Strong FP&A experience with hands-on involvement in forecasting, budgeting, and financial analysis.
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Tool expertise (mandatory):
TM1 (IBM Planning Analytics) or HFM, SmartView and Alteryx. -
Strong understanding of financial systems, cubes, and data models
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Ability to work cross-functionally with Finance, IT, and Business stakeholders
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Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
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Experience driving process automation and digital transformation
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B.Tech / MBA (Finance, Operations, or related discipline)
