Business Analyst

Job Summary:

The Business Analyst is responsible for analyzing financial and operational data to support business decision-making, identify improvement opportunities, and drive business performance This role partners closely with Finance operations, Supply Chain, HR, and Commercial teams to provide insights, forecasts, and recommendations that support strategic and operational objectives.

Financial Analysis & Reporting

• Analyze financial results, key performance indicators (KPIs), and business trends.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual management reports.
• Conduct variance analysis between actual results, budget, forecast, and prior year performance.
• Provide meaningful insights on revenue, costs, margins, productivity, and profitability.
• Develop financial models and business cases to support decision-making.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Support annual budget preparation and periodic forecasting processes.
• Monitor budget performance and identify risks and opportunities.
• Coordinate with department heads to collect assumptions and financial data.
• Evaluate financial impact of operational and strategic initiatives.

Business Performance Analysis

• Analyze manufacturing costs, labor efficiency, overhead costs, and operational KPIs.
• Support plant performance reviews and identify improvement opportunities.
• Monitor key business drivers affecting profitability and cash flow.
• Perform product, customer, and business segment profitability analysis.

Data Analytics & Business Intelligence

• Develop and maintain financial dashboards and management reports.
• Utilize Power BI, Excel, SAP, Oracle, or other ERP systems to analyze business data.
• Translate complex data into actionable business recommendations.
• Support digitalization and automation initiatives within Finance.

Strategic Business Support

• Partner with cross-functional teams to evaluate investment proposals and cost-saving projects.
• Conduct scenario analysis and sensitivity modeling.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and operational excellence projects.
• Assist management with ad hoc business analysis and strategic projects.

Compliance & Internal Controls

• Ensure financial analyses comply with company policies and reporting requirements.
• Support internal and external audits as required.
• Maintain data accuracy and integrity within reporting systems.

Qualifications:

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or related field.
• MBA, CFA, CPA, or CIMA is a plus.

Experience

• 3-7 years of experience in Financial Analysis, FP&A, Business Analysis, Costing, or Controlling.
• Experience in manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Automotive industry experience is an advantage.

Technical Skills

• Strong financial modeling and analytical skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or similar BI tools.
• Knowledge of ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Hyperion, OneStream, etc.).
• Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate across functions.
• Detail-oriented with strong business acumen.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.