Senior Specialist - Invoice Processing, Finance and SCM

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Chennai, Tamil Nadu Job Summary **Job Description:** FP\&A Senior Analyst Role Overview The FP\&A Senior Analyst plays a key role in financial planning, analysis, and strategic support. This position is responsible for delivering high-quality financial insights, driving forecasting accuracy, and partnering with business leaders to improve financial performance and support decision-making. Key Responsibilities Key Responsibilities 1. Financial Planning \& Forecasting Lead the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts Develop and maintain financial models for planning and projections Monitor performance against budgets and provide variance analysis with actionable insights 2. Financial Analysis \& Reporting Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports Conduct in-depth analysis of revenue, cost, margins, and profitability Identify key trends, risks, and opportunities impacting business performance 3. Business Partnering Partner with cross-functional teams (Operations, Sales, HR) Provide financial guidance and support to business stakeholders Translate complex financial data into clear business insights 4. Strategic Support Support strategic planning and business initiatives Perform scenario analysis, forecasting, and sensitivity modeling Evaluate business cases, investments, and cost optimization initiatives 5. Process Improvement \& Automation Drive enhancements in reporting processes and financial models Automate reports using Excel, Power BI, or other tools Improve data accuracy, consistency, and efficiency 6. Governance \& Controls Ensure adherence to financial policies and internal controls Support audits and ensure integrity of financial data Maintain documentation of financial processes Skill Requirements Qualifications \& Skills Education Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field MBA / CA / CMA / CFA preferred Experience 4--8 years of experience in FP\&A, corporate finance, or related roles Experience in handling end-to-end budgeting and forecasting cycles Technical Skills Advanced Excel skills (financial modeling, macros preferred) Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.) Hands-on experience with BI tools (Power BI, Tableau) Core Competencies Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Business acumen and commercial mindset Excellent communication and stakeholder management Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines High attention to detail and accuracy Other Requirements **1. Optional But Valuable Certifications:** Certified Accounts Payable Professional (Capp), Six Sigma Green Belt, Or Similar Quality Management Certifications **#body.unify div.unify-button-container .unify-apply-now:** focus, #body.unify div.unify-button-container .unify-apply-#body.unify div.unify-button-container .unify-apply-now: focus, #body.unify div.unify-button-container .unify-apply-