Financial Planning & Anlaysis Analyst (4-7 yrs)

Key Responsibilities:

Procurement and Vendor Management:

- Review and process purchase requisitions, generate and issue purchase orders (POs), and track PO status to ensure timely completion.

- Maintain accurate records of purchase orders, invoices, and vendor information.

- Prepare and analyze reports on procurement activities, vendor performance, and identify areas for cost savings.

- Establish and foster relationships with vendors; resolve disputes and issues as needed.

Financial Reporting and Analysis:

- Maintain and update financial reports that monitor spending trends, actuals versus budget, and forecast expenditures.

- Perform analytics to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for financial improvement.

- Generate and manage forecasts, budgets, and financial reports for internal stakeholders.

Contract and Compliance Management:

- Manage contract renewals and amendments, ensuring adherence to company policies and contract terms.

- Monitor contract compliance and evaluate financial aspects of contractual obligations.

- Interpret contract language related to financial activities and create reports to track key financial indicators.

Data Management and Communication:

- Create and maintain a comprehensive database for all financial documents, ensuring transparency, traceability, and audit readiness.

- Communicate findings, analyses, and financial insights with stakeholders, including the ISG team, clients, and service providers through reports and presentations.

- Provide recommendations to resolve any identified financial issues and work with stakeholders for continuous improvement.

Financial Governance and Best Practices:

- Ensure adherence to financial governance standards to support transparency and auditability.

- Implement best practices in financial documentation and reporting to uphold high standards in financial integrity.

Requirements:

- Bachelor's degree in a commerce-related discipline; MBA in Finance is preferred.

- 5-7 years of relevant experience, including expertise in Accounts Payable, Receivable, and Invoice Management.

- Proficiency in financial dispute resolution and contract law.

- Advanced Excel skills: experience with pivot tables, V-lookup, and other reporting functionalities.

- Familiarity with MS Office tools, including PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook.

- Excellent English language proficiency, both written and verbal, with strong communication skills to convey complex financial insights effectively.