Purpose of the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Finance Analyst to manage and oversee key financial operations, including month-end close, financial statement preparation, variance analysis, and global reporting. This role will involve close collaboration with Business Development, Legal, and cross-functional finance teams to ensure financial accuracy and compliance. The ideal candidate should have expertise in financial reporting, accounting operations, and analytical reviews within a multinational environment.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

- Month-End Close & Financial Reporting
- Run the month-end close calendar and governance; track deliverables, resolve blockers, and escalate risks early.
- Review trial balance and key movements across P&L; and Balance Sheet; validate substantiation and correct accounting treatment.
- Prepare/review monthly reporting packs with explicit commentary on drivers, risks, and actions for Local Management.
- Build and refresh cash flow forecasts; flag potential liquidity gaps and align with FP&A; and Treasury.
- Ensure accurate and on-time submissions in Hyperion (and other reporting tools, as required).
- Business Coordination & Unit Count Reconciliation
- Partner with Business Development and Legal to reconcile Unit Counts with clear definitions, cut-offs, and documentation.
- Own timelines, communications, and final submissions to Local Management and Global External Reporting stakeholders.
- Financial Analysis, Controls & Audit Readiness




- Lead Balance Sheet roll-forwards and variances; investigate exceptions and drive closure with process owners.
- Deliver P&L; variance analysis with simple, accurate explanations; challenge assumptions and convert findings into actions.
- Maintain an audit-ready control environment (reconciliations, approvals, evidence, and policy compliance).
- Global Reporting & Continuous Improvement
- Coordinate representation letters, supporting schedules, and other corporate reporting requirements.
- Improve close and reporting through standard templates, checklists, automation, and root-cause fixes.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements: Qualifications & Skills:
- Education: Chartered Accountant (CA)/ Bachelor’s+ master’s degree in finance, Accounting, or a related field.
- Experience: 4+ years of experience in financial reporting, accounting, and variance analysis.

Technical Skills

- Strong knowledge of GAAP/IFRS accounting standards.
- Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.) and Hyperion Financial System.
- Expertise in financial statement preparation, balance sheet reconciliation, and variance analysis.
- Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and financial modelling tools.

Soft Skills

- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent communication and coordination skills to work with cross-functional teams and global stakeholders.
- High attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines

📌 Assistant Manager [Financial Reporting] (Gurugram)
🏢 Yum
📍 Gurugram