Role Summary
The Finance Analyst is responsible for managing end-to-end financial operations including
Accounts Receivable (AR), Accounts Payable (AP), Open Purchase Order (PO) tracking, Budget Additions. The role ensures financial accuracy, compliance, timely reporting, and supports decision-making through insightful analysis.
Key Responsibilities
- Accounts Receivable (AR) Management
- Raise accurate client invoices as per contract terms and timelines
- Track invoice submissions and ensure timely billing cycles
- Monitor collections and follow up on outstanding receivables
- Maintain AR ageing and highlight overdue accounts
- Coordinate with operations and clients to resolve billing disputes
- Ensure timely revenue recognition and reporting
- Accounts Payable (AP) Management
- Validate vendor invoices against PO/contract terms
- Ensure proper approvals and timely processing of invoices
- Track payment schedules and avoid delays/penalties
- Maintain AP ageing and manage vendor reconciliations
- Ensure statutory compliance (GST, TDS, etc.) in payments
- Support vendor query resolution
- Open PO Tracking & Control
- Monitor all open POs and track utilization vs committed value
- Identify long-pending/unutilized POs and drive closure
- Ensure PO alignment with budgets and approvals
- Work with procurement and operations for PO accuracy
- Prevent financial leakage through PO control mechanisms
- Budget vs Actual Variance Analysis
- Prepare monthly Budget vs Actual reports at site/service level
- Analyze variances and identify key cost drivers
- Provide actionable insights to operations and management
- Track cost-saving initiatives and efficiency improvements
- Support forecasting and financial planning processes
- Financial Reporting & Controls
- Maintain accurate financial records and MIS reports
- Support monthly closing activities and accruals
- Ensure adherence to internal financial controls and audit requirements
- Prepare dashboards for leadership review
- Stakeholder Management
- Collaborate with operations, procurement, and vendors
- Liaise with clients on billing and collections
- Support internal and external audits
Key Deliverables / KPIs
- AR ageing within target (DSO control)
- Timely invoice submission & collection efficiency
- AP payments processed within SLA
- Reduction in open/unutilized POs
- Accurate and timely Budget vs Actual reporting
- Variance explanations with actionable insights
- Zero compliance/audit issues
Skills & Competencies
- Strong understanding of AR, AP, and financial controls
- Expertise in Excel (pivot tables, dashboards, reconciliation)
- Analytical mindset with attention to detail
- Good communication and stakeholder management skills
- Knowledge of ERP systems (SAP/Oracle preferred)
- Understanding of GST, TDS, and basic compliance
Qualification & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Finance/Commerce (B.Com, MBA Finance preferred)
- 5–7 years of relevant experience in finance operations
- Experience in facility management / contract-based environments is an advantage
Behavioral Competencies
- High ownership and accountability
- Ability to work under tight deadlines
- Problem-solving and proactive approach
- Strong coordination and follow-up skills
