Finance Analyst

We don't just report the past: we shape the future We are looking for a candidate who is passionate about digital transformation. Beyond basic reporting, you will be expected to leverage automation, data visualization, and AI-driven insights to streamline financial workflows, improve forecast accuracy, and provide the leadership team with real-time, actionable business intelligence.

Key Responsibilities

Finance Planning & Analysis: (Weight 70%)

• Planning: Perform financial forecasting & budgeting, including month-end closing activities and journal entries
• Analysis: Provide timely reporting variance analysis and recommendations. Including scenario analysis.
• Strategic Business Partnering: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide financial guidance, using data-driven storytelling to influence operational direction and decision-making.
• Cost efficiency: Analyze and seek cost reduction opportunities including cost saving validation.

Data-transformation and improvement (Weight 30%)

• Process Automation: Identify, design, and implement automated solutions (using RPA or advanced scripting) for recurring reports and routines task, significantly reducing the "time-to-report."
• Dynamic Reporting: Move beyond static spreadsheets. Build and maintain interactive dashboards
• (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) that provide real-time visibility for cost drivers and operational performance.
• Continuous Improvement: You will be responsible for challenging the status quo, proactively transforming legacy reports into dynamic, automated solutions.
• Automated Forecasting & Budgeting: Develop and maintain automated financial models, leveraging predictive analytics and machine learning tools to enhance forecasting accuracy and reduce manual intervention.
• Scenario Modeling: Perform complex scenario analysis (make-vs-buy, in-house vs. outsource) using automated templates to allow for rapid "what-if" modeling.

Qualifications and Skills

Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field. (CPA/MBA or Data Analytics certification is a plus).

Experience:

• 1+ years’ experience in financial planning and analysis with a demonstrated interest in financial systems and process improvement.
• Experienced in MNC and understanding manufacturing environment.

Language Proficiency: Good command of English in both written and spoken communication.

Technical Proficiency:

• Cost accounting: Understanding of core principle
• Advanced Excel (Expert-level Power Query/Power Pivot usage).
• Experience with Data Visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, or similar)
• Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP preferred).
• Bonus: Basic understanding of automation tools (e.g., Alteryx, Python, or VBA) to streamline repetitive workflows.

Analytical Mindset: Not just a data reporter, but a data interpreter. Ability to clean, organize, and analyze high-volume data to identify trends and anomalies. Possesses natural curiosity and a drive to dig deeper into anomalies to uncover the 'story' behind data.

Soft Skills: Strong analytical and communication skills to effectively translate complex financial data into insights for non-financial stakeholders. Highly collaborative with a strong sense of ownership and teamwork.

For positions requiring access to technical data, Analog Devices, Inc. may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. As such, applicants for this position – except US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) – may have to go through an export licensing review process.

Analog Devices is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a culture where everyone has an opportunity to succeed regardless of their race, color, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, social or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, union membership, and political affiliation, or any other legally protected group.

Job Req Type: Experienced

Required Travel: Yes, 10% of the time

Shift Type: 1st Shift/Days