Financial Analyst, GCC-Assurant

Financial Analyst supports operational and financial effectiveness by leveraging activity-based costing methodologies to analyze and improve business performance. This role is responsible for extracting and analyzing financial and operational data from various systems, with a focus on resource tracking and reporting.

This position will be in Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad at our India location.

What will be my duties and responsibilities in this job?

Develop and maintain reports to support forecasting, trend analysis, and performance evaluation.Utilize software tools such as Excel, Access, and other databases to compile, manipulate, and format financial and operational data.Identify, investigate, and resolve discrepancies in financial, accounting, and data quality.Analyze financial and operational data to assess historical performance and project future outcomes; provide recommendations for budget adjustments and cost-saving opportunities.Perform statistical, cost, and financial analyses using data from various internal systems.Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.Participate in operational meetings to gather insights and support management in evaluating business decisions.Apply critical thinking to challenge assumptions, identify root causes, and propose innovative solutions.Assist operational teams in preparing and managing their budgets.Analyze monthly operating variances and summarize key business metrics, comparing actual results to forecasts and plans.Prepare and distribute month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial reports to relevant stakeholders.Conduct cost-benefit analyses for projects and initiatives to support strategic decision-making.

What are the requirements needed for this position? 

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or Information SystemsMinimum of 2 years of experience in financial analysis, including budgeting, forecasting, and data interpretationAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and AccessStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsExcellent attention to detail and accuracy in data handlingAbility to communicate complex financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders

What other the Preferred Experience, Skills, and Knowledge?

Experience with activity-based costing or resource tracking methodologiesFamiliarity with financial systems such as SAP, Oracle, or similar ERP platformsExperience working in a shared services or multi-site operational environmentKnowledge of financial reporting standards and variance analysisAbility to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlinesStrong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate across departmentsExperience supporting international operations or working in a global organization