Job Description

The Finance Analyst - Controlling, FP&A is responsible for assisting the controlling, budget planning, forecasting, and analytics support for the Corporate Division. The role requires partnering with the Department leaders / functional leaders/ division finance/cross-functional team- HR, Legal, and GSSC to achieve performance by driving improvement strategies and pushing actions to results. This role requires ownership, control, and analysis of operating expenses of the business and cost centers. This role will be a crucial liaison, aligning and providing insights to business and functional leaders.Your TeamThis position will report directly to Senior Manager Finance and controlling and is an individual contributor role. You will also work with an extended Team in Global Shared services responsible for corporate divisions.What You Will DoCorporate division and Global functionsOversee operating expenses and month end closing across all regions for corporate divisionsBudget Planning Process - Drive the budget planning for all corporate entities and cost centers, including partnering with business owners in preparation and review phases, managing the upload of the budget information in the tool.Business partnering with Cost center owners - provide them monthly and YTD financial reports on Budget vs Actual, various economic data points on demand, ad hoc reports, etc.Periodic Balance sheet review, variance analysis, reportingCompliance with procurement process - ensure compliance with GARNER requirements, PO-based expense approvals, exception-based non-PO expense approvalPeriodic review and reconciliation of corporate FTE reporting. Periodic Balance review and variance Analysis. Inter-company cross charge streamlines and cut inefficiencies.Develop financial models to support improved analytics and reporting.Prepare & provide monthly financial reports (Budget vs Actual vs FCST) to corporate function leaders.Support Corporate Finance improvement initiatives, change management processes, Transformation projects, and process improvement projects.Act as a sparring partner for the peer leaders to increase speed, prioritization, and breaking down functional silosWhat You NeedChartered Accountant (CA or a CPA),4+ years' working experience in Finance job, Financial Planning & Analysis, or Controlling (preferably SG&A)Excellent communication skills with the ability to support various functions.Self-driven with the ability to work under pressure and prioritize to meet deadlines.Proven leadership and collaboration skillsA good understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP, IFRS) and related Finance and statutory requirements.Excellent strategic and analytical skills focus on accuracy, timeliness, and attention to detail.Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skillsProcess-oriented with a best practice mindset. Ability to support various time zones.Impactful communication skills, both written and verbal, with an ability to clearly articulate messages to a variety of audiencesStrong analytic skills - structured thinker, Problem solverExperience managing and leading improvement efforts to completionWhat is Nice to HaveKnowledge in ERP systems: SAPProficient in BPC and DarwinIndustry knowledge, prior experience of working in large organizationsPrevious experience working on strategic workforce planningKnowledge of procurement systems such as ARIBA,What Makes You EligibleBe willing to travel up to 20%, domestic and internationalWhat We OfferFlexible work environment, allowing for full-time remote work globally for positions that can be performed outside a HARMAN or customer locationAccess to employee discounts on world-class Harman and Samsung products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, etc.)Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN UniversityCompetitive wellness benefitsTuition ReimbursementAccess to HARMAN Campus Fitness Center and CafeteriaAn inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal developmentImportant Notice: Recruitment ScamsPlease be aware that HARMAN recruiters will always communicate with you from an '@harman.com' email address. 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