Senior Financial Analyst - Reporting

Job Title: Senior Financial Analyst – Reporting
Location:
Mahe – Global Shared Services Centre (GSC)
Job Summary:
We are looking for a highly analytical and detail-oriented Senior Financial Analyst – Reporting to manage end-to-end financial reporting activities for assigned business units. The role involves ensuring accurate and timely financial close, providing insights through analysis, and supporting business decision-making in a dynamic MNC environment.
Key Responsibilities:

• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities
• Perform end-to-end financial reporting for assigned entities
• Act as Entity Controller for business units/legal entities
• Prepare and review financial statements, reports, and projections
• Conduct variance analysis and provide actionable insights
• Handle month-end journal entries (accruals, deferrals, intercompany, etc.)
• Manage balance sheet reconciliations and ageing analysis
• Maintain fixed asset register and process depreciation
• Perform bank reconciliations and journal postings
• Review commission, bonus accruals, and payments
• Ensure timely closure of fees and reporting activities
• Support audit queries and stakeholder communication
• Ensure adherence to SLA timelines and internal controls
• Drive process improvements and cost optimization initiatives
• Support process transition from onshore to offshore teams
• Lead and mentor a team of financial analysts
• Prepare ad-hoc reports and analysis as required

Key Requirements:

• CA / CMA (Qualified or Semi-qualified) or Commerce Graduate/Postgraduate
• Minimum 6+ years of experience, including 4+ years in an MNC environment
• Strong experience in Financial Reporting / Record-to-Report (R2R)
• Hands-on experience in month-end close and general ledger accounting
• Proficiency in SAP or other ERP systems
• Advanced knowledge of MS Excel
• Experience in Shared Services / GSC environment preferred

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Commercial awareness and business understanding