Analyst, Financial Planning and Analysis

2 weeks ago

Manila, National Capital Region, Philippines Synchrony Full time

Job Description:

Job Details

Title: Manager – Manager, Finance Analytics (L 08)

Company Overview:

Synchrony (NYSE: SYF) is a premier consumer financial services company delivering one of the industry's most complete digitally enabled product suites.

Our experience, expertise and scale encompass a broad spectrum of industries including digital, health and wellness, retail, telecommunications, home, auto, outdoors, pet and more.


• We have recently been ranked #5 among India's Best Companies to Work for 2023, #21 under LinkedIn Top Companies in India list, and received Top 25 BFSI recognition from Great Place to Work India. We have been ranked Top 5 among India's Best Workplaces in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, and Top 10 among India's Best Workplaces for Women in 2022.

Organizational Overview :

The Finance Platform Analytics organization leverages technology to optimize processes and data gathering, focusing our human resources on value added analytics and solution generation. We are the financial data experts of where data lies, how it is connected, and how to retrieve it . The Reporting and Visualization team within the Finance Platform Analytics organization is focused on delivering the data in the best format based on the end user requirements, be that Excel, PDF, Tableau, Power BI, or some other delivery mechanism.

Job Description

Role Summary/Purpose:

This position is a part of the Finance Centre of Excellence organization which provides support to Synchrony Financial - Finance Function. The Manager directly supports their assigned area(s) with

all matters pertaining to financial analytics and data sourcing requirements. This includes financial reporting and analysis, financial planning and forecasting, with an emphasis on process improvements. This position is based out of Philippines.

Essential Responsibilities:

  • Proficient in using SAS/Python software tools to collect and interpret data and draw conclusions from the data.
  • Collecting data from Various Sources and Preparing the data for Analysis using tools like SAS/Python and creating dashboards with Tableau.
  • Prepare dashboards/Packages, report/analyze and interpret periodic financial data for functional management accurately and on a timely basis.
  • Preparation of monthly financial metrics and key business drivers specific to different functions.
  • Reviewing processes and suggesting/ implementing improvements & changes to current procedures.
  • Work with US stakeholders to create and review quarterly forecasts, including reporting & analysis to explain changes against given baselines.
  • Providing end to end support for all the Analytical Needs, by pulling the information from Data Warehouse by using various Analytical tools.
  • Predictive Sales analytics- By including the use of correlation analysis or past trends to forecast Credit card sales.
  • Willingness to think outside of the box and explore alternate thought patterns can lead to interesting discoveries.
  • Simplification and Automation - As a regular practice to improve the efficiency/Accuracy of reporting's.
  • Supporting the Pricing Projects, which require a good knowledge of Business Acumen and thorough understanding of the warehouse structures.
  • Handling Surveillance and Analytical Projects.
  • Provide ad-hoc support on analytics as and when needed.
  • Perform other duties and/or special projects as assigned from time to time.

Qualifications/Requirements:

  • Graduate degree in any discipline with minimum 1 - 3 years of experience in Reporting and using analytical tools, or in lieu of a degree minimum 5+ years of experience.
  • Minimum 1-3 years of experience in SAS, Python.
  • Strong relationship building and collaboration skills to work in a highly matrixed environment.
  • Advanced technical knowledge of using SAS/Python and should be proficient in developing codes independently.
  • Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and PowerPoint, as well as experience with financial systems like Oracle/Hyperion.

Desired Characteristics:

  • Experience in SAS and/or Python.
  • Knowledge of MS Access, Advanced Excel & Macros.
  • Knowledge of Oracle Financial Data Warehouse (OFDW) & Hyperion (Smart View)
  • Demonstrated oral and written communication skills and ability to work cross functionally, and cross culturally.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and work in tight deadlines
  • Financial services industry experience is preferable.
  • Ability to understand and anticipate end user needs, develop efficient data structures to deliver those needs while maximizing computing power.
  • Strong analytics, problem solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Must be a self-starter, ability to quickly learn, adapt, shows initiative and thinks outside the box.

Work Timings: 4AM EST to 1PM EST

For Internal Applicants:

  • Understand the criteria or mandatory skills required for the role, before applying.
  • Inform your Manager or HRM before applying for any role on Workday.
  • Ensure that your Professional Profile is updated (fields such as Education, Prior experience, Other skills) and it is mandatory to upload your updated resume (Word or PDF format)
  • Must not be any corrective action plan (First Formal/Final Formal, PIP)
  • L7 Employees who have completed 12 months in current role and level are only eligible.
  • L8 Employees who have completed 12 months in current role and level are only eligible.
  • Level 7+ employees can apply.

Grade/Level: 08

Job Family Group: Finance

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