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Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst

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In short

ABB is seeking an entry-level Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst in Bangalore to support financial reporting, global master data maintenance, and financial transformation initiatives. The role requires a Bachelor's degree and advanced Microsoft Excel skills, with 2-3 years of experience being beneficial.

Responsibilities

  • Support the preparation and maintenance of accurate financial reports and dashboards.
  • Validate data inputs, identify discrepancies, and escalate issues.
  • Assist in maintaining and updating global master data (cost centers, profit centers, GL accounts, customer/vendor records).
  • Ensure data integrity and compliance with organizational standards.
  • Participate in global Financial Transformation Plan (FTP) initiatives.
  • Execute assigned tasks including data reconciliation, system configuration support, and process documentation.
  • Support month-end and quarter-end closing activities.
  • Perform reconciliations and prepare supporting schedules.
  • Work with Excel to analyze data, create reports, and build simple automated solutions.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and resolve data-related issues.
  • Document processes and maintain activity records.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Management, or related fields.
  • Recent graduates or those with 2–3 years of relevant experience.
  • Strong foundational knowledge of financial concepts (general ledger, cost centers, reconciliation).
  • Exposure to financial reporting processes.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, data validation, basic automation) is mandatory.
  • Experience with data management or master data maintenance.
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Ability to work independently on assigned tasks and escalate complex issues appropriately.
  • Strong communication skills with ability to clearly document processes and articulate findings.
  • Quick learner with eagerness to develop technical skills and understanding of financial systems.
  • Proactive approach to problem-solving.
  • Reliable and committed to meeting deadlines.
  • Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities in a fast-paced team environment.

Desired Qualifications

  • Familiarity with Power Query is advantageous.
  • Exposure to ERP systems (SAP) is preferred.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to build a strong foundation in financial operations and data governance.
  • Participation in global financial transformation projects.
#financial reporting#data maintenance#financial transformation#ERP systems
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Company

ABB

Job Posted

1 month ago

Employment Type

Full Time

WorkMode

On Site

Experience Level

Entry

Locations

Bangalore, India

Qualification

Bachelor

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