Assoc Manager, Finance Job at Baxter (Gurgaon)

Job Responsibility

Coordinate closely with in-country country business partners and finance teams to review projections, budgets and historical results
Load budget and forecast adjustments into system
Ensure quality, accuracy, and timeliness of the monthly reports, forecasts, and the annual budget / strategic plan preparation
Support the delivery of comprehensive monthly reporting packages for management, including monthly reviews of budget vs. actual results and variances with P&L/cost center owner, etc.
Partner with FP&A Regional, Local, and Corporate resources within commercial and manufacturing/supply chain organizations to understand, drive and support decision making ensuring alignment with strategic objectives
Coordinate escalation / identification of issues and advise Finance leadership of potential business and / or operational risks
Perform strategic ad hoc reporting and financial analysis to assess business performance and facilitate decision making and business support
Update process flows, operating manuals, training guides, and standard operating procedures, as needed
Support Finance leadership with process improvement, policy development, and / or strategic initiatives (e.g., business systems, processes, and / or policies)
Liaise with the FP&A Global Delivery Center (GDC) and other cross-functional leads to support the creation of budgets, forecasts and management reports, while ensuring compliance with all quality / control requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field required
Demonstration of key finance competencies and qualifications and typically 8 + years of relevant experience with financial planning and reporting
Expert in technical and financial knowledge, including understanding of: internal control requirements and accounting principles as well as understanding of relevant business environment
Excellent analytical skills with familiarity with accounting, financial analysis and reporting
Excellent financial modeling skills preferred, experience in statistical modeling techniques is a plus
Experience with JD Edwards (JDE), Hyperion Planning, and Cognos preferred
Self-starter with excellent analytical skills and decision-making capabilities
Excellent communication and strong interpersonal skills
Expert in PowerPoint and Excel skills
Ability to work in a team-oriented environment, often cross-functionally
Ability and willingness to travel both domestically and internationally as required
English: Native or bilingual proficiency required