FP&A Analyst

As an FP&A Analyst at Smith & Howard, you will play a crucial role in financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, and analysis to support decision-making and help the organization achieve its financial goals. **Key Responsibilities:** - Develop and maintain financial forecasts for revenue, expenses, and cash flow. - Collaborate with departments on annual operating budgets and monitor variances. - Provide proactive variance analysis along with recommendations. - Conduct in-depth analysis of key performance indicators (KPIs), trends, and business drivers. - Create actionable reports, dashboards, and financial models. - Gather and consolidate financial data from multiple sources. - Offer ad-hoc financial analysis to support decision-making. - Partner with sales, operations, and marketing teams to provide financial support. - Present financial insights and reports to senior management. **Qualifications & Skills:** - Bachelors degree in finance, accounting, or a related field. Additional certifications like CFA, CMA, MBA, CA, or a legal background would be a plus. - 5-7 years of experience in FP&A or relevant roles. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. - Deep understanding of financial concepts, accounting principles, and ratios. - Proficiency in data analysis using tools such as Excel, databases, and analytical tools. - Experience in financial modeling; familiarity with Power BI and AI-driven systems preferred. - Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Location: Bangalore Shift Timing: 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM IST (5-day work week) As an FP&A Analyst at Smith & Howard, you will play a crucial role in financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, and analysis to support decision-making and help the organization achieve its financial goals. **Key Responsibilities:** - Develop and maintain financial forecasts for revenue, expenses, and cash flow. - Collaborate with departments on annual operating budgets and monitor variances. - Provide proactive variance analysis along with recommendations. - Conduct in-depth analysis of key performance indicators (KPIs), trends, and business drivers. - Create actionable reports, dashboards, and financial models. - Gather and consolidate financial data from multiple sources. - Offer ad-hoc financial analysis to support decision-making. - Partner with sales, operations, and marketing teams to provide financial support. - Present financial insights and reports to senior management. **Qualifications & Skills:** - Bachelors degree in finance, accounting, or a related field. Additional certifications like CFA, CMA, MBA, CA, or a legal background would be a plus. - 5-7 years of experience in FP&A or relevant roles. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. - Deep understanding of financial concepts, accounting principles, and ratios. - Proficiency in data analysis using tools such as Excel, databases, and analytical tools. - Experience in financial modeling; familiarity with Power BI and AI-driven systems preferred. - Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Location: Bangalore Shift Timing: 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM IST (5-day work week)