Analyst, Finance

Location: Bangalore, Karnataka, India
Department: Business Operations

Analyst, Finance

Job requirements

Experience Range: With at least 3-4 years of hands-on experience in finance analysis, business operations, and vendor management, ideally progressing to 4 years in increasingly complex roles Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze financial data to identify actionable trends, variances, and opportunities for process improvement within business operations
• Prepare, review, and track Statements of Work (SOW) to ensure scope accuracy and timely deliverables
• Manage vendor relationships by evaluating performance, negotiating terms, and resolving operational issues to drive efficiency
• Develop and maintain financial reports and dashboards for stakeholders
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement budgeting, forecasting, and cost control initiatives
• Monitor compliance with financial policies, procedures, and contractual obligations
• Support audit processes by compiling documentation and responding to inquiries related to business operations and vendor agreements

Required Skills:

• Financial modeling using Excel
• SOW management and scope tracking
• Vendor management systems (e.g., SAP Ariba, Coupa)
• Business process optimization in finance operations
• Data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau)
• Financial reporting software
• Contract management platforms
• ERP systems (Netsuite (must), SAP, Oracle)

Preferred Skills:

• Risk management in vendor relationships
• Automation tools for finance operations (e.g., UiPath, Alteryx)
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance in finance
• Project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall)

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
• Certification in financial analysis (such as CFA Level 1) or vendor management (such as CIPS)
• Certification in business operations or project management (such as PMP or Lean Six Sigma) is preferred