Print Spend Financial Analyst

Print Spend Financial Analyst Description - Job Summary In the Worldwide Print Spend Team you will be responsible for analyzing Operating Expenses and Cost of Sales for the Print Group. Your focus will be on the forecasting process, budgeting, month end close activities, cost controls, and reporting. You will be responsible for leading and providing expertise, providing narratives and assistance to the stakeholders. You will be collaborating with business leaders to influence strategic decision-making and mentor lower-level employees. Responsibilities What will your day consist of? Drives the forecasting process (monthly) by analyzing trends within the businesses and ensuring alignment with overall business objectives. Participates in cross-functional teams as a representative of the finance domain. Establishes and maintains relationships with business leaders to guide and influence decision-making Performs comprehensive financial analysis for specific functions or business units, identifies issues and recommends solutions. Executes month-end-close activities: bookings, re-classes. Executes and provides story behind the numbers and narratives Collaborates with business leaders, holds business reviews to guide and influence strategic decision-making within a defined scope Provides key financial guidance as a subject matter expert to the stakeholders Applies advanced subject matter knowledge, leads, and contributes to projects, to support resolving business issues and establishing policies Supports audits (internal, external, SOX) Identifies opportunities for improved efficiency and organizational growth. Provides information and counsel in the areas of controls Education & Experience Recommended • Four-year or Graduate Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or any other related discipline or commensurate work experience or demonstrated competence. • Typically has 5-10 years of work experience, preferably in financial management, finance analysis, expenditures, accounting, or a related field Knowledge & Skills • Accounting • Profit And Loss (P&L) Management • Corporate Finance • Data Analysis, Financial Analysis • Variance Analysis • Financial Planning • Financial Statements • Generally Accepted Accounting Principles • Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) • Process Improvement • SAC-P, SAP Applications, Cadency knowledge is an advantage Cross-Org Skills • Effective Communication • Results Orientation • Learning Agility • Digital Fluency • Customer Centricity Disclaimer • This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed in this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, responsibilities, knowledge, etc. These may be subject to change and additional functions may be assigned as needed by management. Job - Finance Schedule - Full time Shift - No shift premium (India) Travel - Relocation - Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) - HP, Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and prospective employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran, marital status, familial status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic predisposition or carrier status, uniformed service status, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by applicable national, federal, state, and local law(s). Please be assured that you will not be subject to any adverse treatment if you choose to disclose the information requested. This information is provided voluntarily. The information obtained will be kept in strict confidence. For more information, review HP’s EEO Policy or read about your rights as an applicant under the law here: “ Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal "