Associate Financial Analyst - Cost Accounting

Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world. A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary. Job Summary To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a in Associate Financial Analyst – Cost Accounting Solutions in Chennai. What a typical day looks like: Perform periodic review of Profit and Loss (P&L) account to ensure that all the postings are done as per the defined Policy, Process and Procedures. Compare the Actual with Forecast / Quote and ensure that the variances are properly. researched and required adjustment postings are done in the books. Collect the business reasons for the remaining variances and report appropriately. Reconcile all the scoped Balance sheet accounts with sub ledger/manual schedule to identify the variance, if any and ensure that those variances are properly dealt in the books of accounts. Review the accounts on periodic basis to identify any potential risk and ensure that the same is mitigated properly. Ensure that all the book close related /reporting activities are properly planned and executed on timely basis with utmost accuracy. Work with relevant teams to prepare the Forecast / Budget for the related accounts. Work along with Operations team to improve the business / operational metrics. Be familiar with relevant Accounting, regulatory and reporting requirements in the Controllers Handbook and RCTS. Good knowledge of Finance and accounting Concepts Good written & oral communication skills. Proficiency in MS Office. Should be flexible to work in shifts and support Month end per business needs. Analytical and Problem-solving skills. The experience we’re looking to add to our team: Typically requires a B. Com / B.C. S / M. Com / MBA /BBA/ BBM, any other commerce and Accounts Stream degrees. Typically requires 2-4 years of related experience. A professional certification is preferred - A Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Certified Management Accountant (CMA), America Production Inventory Control Society (APICS), Chartered Accountant (CA), or a Certified General Accountant (CGA). Here are a few examples of what you will get for the great work you provide: Paid Time Off Health Insurance MR03 Job Category Finance Required Skills: Optional Skills: Flex pays for all costs associated with the application, interview or offer process, a candidate will not be asked for any payment related to these costs. Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email accessibility@flex.com and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).