Finance Analyst

This position is a member of finance team. This position prepares reports and analysis to the local leadership team.RESPONSIBILITIESFinancial Planning and Analysis Play key role in preparing the strategic and financial plans in accordance with the global and regional guidelines. Analyze monthly costs (by teaming with the Assistant Controller and function managers) to ensure accuracy, reasonableness and highlight issue proactively. Under the guidance of the Assistant Controller, provide timely and meaningful monthly management reporting which includes financial performance of local office results (e.g. billability, price realization, plan vs. actual) and updates for the state of the business for local management as a basis for business decisions. Review revenue backlog weekly report and Weekly Billability Report for any unusual changes in billability (by teaming with the staffing coordinator). Support the Assistant Controller and work closely with the Head of Finance & Ops as required, specifically working in conjunction on the headcount Planning process. Liaise with Global Services and the region to share assumptions, address questions and provide additional information, as appropriate. Continuously implementing programs for reducing other costs and profit improvement measures. Also responsible for office Capital Expenses budgets. Provide ad hoc information and analysis as required. Reporting by practice, accurate analysis of investments and downtime, detailed reports for local pricing node as appropriate. Provide relevant comments on business outlooks. Client Service and Support Participate in performing client case cost budgetary control and analysis, including evaluation of case economics, development/tracking of budgets, support in the management of accounts receivable, collections and absorptions to ensure timely and accurate processing. Proactively highlight variances between Staffing (backlog weekly report) and weekly revenue including explanations for any unusual changes in billability. This requires teaming closely with Staffing. Monitor client investments to ensure follow through with decisions taken; proactively raise differences. Review client contracts and budgets to evaluate pricing and risk; coordinate Legal/ Fiscal support with legal advisors. Consolidate Russia and CIS. Provide back up to T&B Coordinator. JOB QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor s degree with major in Accounting, Administration or Economics A minimum of 3+ years of relevant experience preferably in professional services Experience in accounting operations, financial reporting Extensive experience working in multinationals and complex, decentralized organizations SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES: Strong communication skills (fluent in English in written and oral form) communicating effectively with all levels of the organization. Oracle general ledger, Project management systems, Business Objects, and other comparable reporting software tools. Service-oriented, responsive, collegial and hardworking. Intermediate to expert level in Excel and PowerPoint. Ability to work in a non-hierarchical environment, able to build credibility and influence others without authority. Flexible, strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple tasks. Flexibility and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. High standard of quality work including accuracy and timeliness. High degree of integrity, a positive attitude, and an ability to maintain absolute confidentiality.