We are seeking a talented individual to join our Finance team at Marsh McLennan. This role will be based in Gurgaon. This is a hybrid role that has a requirement of working at least three days a week in the office.
Senior Manager – Financial Planning & Analysis (Grade E)
What can you expect:
This role will be responsible for managing the monthly benefits / net benefits tracking report, capex forecast consolidation, and providing ongoing and ad-hoc support to individual projects spread across the organization. Areas of focus will range from ROI analysis, data consolidation and report creation, project commercial validation, project accounting and operational expertise, and wider analytical support to business partners to help achieve financial and operational objectives while ensuring that the vision aligns with the firm’s overall objectives.
We will count on you for:
Financial Expertise
Modelling/Forecasting/Validation: Work directly with business leaders, project leads, ePMO and other Finance teams on all project budgeting/forecasting. Performs Excel and query-based analyses of financial data; initiates, develops and implements improvements to financial reporting processes; guides and educates finance peers and functions on the use of the global reporting tools.
Data Collection: Lead data collection and quality assurance of benefit, associated KPIs, capex and amortisation across Mercer.
Analytical/reporting responsibilities: Performs variance analysis post month-end, focusing on key drivers of variances to forecast and plan. Challenge remaining year forecasts based on project insights and analysis including run rate and prior year analysis.
Collect and maintain project metrics to form a basis for driver- based expense allocations methodologies.
Ensure that all policies and procedures are met to the highest standard and that high-quality processes and controls exist throughout the operation, with a keen focus on project accounting standards across the portfolio.
ePMO Coordination
Coordinates with ePMO with respect to collection and quality of benefits, KPIs, business case financial models and capex actuals and forecastParticipate with ePMO in project reviews with a keen focus on ensuring the financial projections are understood and meet the required standardsMaintain and improve ePMO planning and forecasting guidelines and standardsProject Management
Manage and improve portfolio reporting covering all aspect of project financialsAdhoc deep dive analysis and ongoing participation as finance lead on key projectsDrive for knowledge and understanding on the key business drivers behind each project and those leading to movements off a projects plan.What you need to have:
Chartered Accountant / MBA FinanceOverall 8+ years of progressive experience with at least 5 years’ experience in an FP&A roleStrong communication skills with the ability to engage manage and influence team members and senior stakeholders.Ability to build relationships with business leaders and influence and advice key decisions.Strong analytical skills with a high level of comfort with data and financial systems.Ability to utilize financial analysis capabilities to advise the business on achieving financial and productivity goals.A proficiency in cost and project accounting and associated metrics reporting is also required.You must have a drive to automate and systemize processes, as the role will require transition from manual to systemic processes working within Mercer’s financial infrastructure.
What makes you stand out:
Ability to build relationships with business leaders and influence and advice key decisions.Strong project management skills with ability to set priorities and meet deadlines.Strong analytical skills with a high level of comfort with data and financial systems.Ability to identify and break down complex issues and resolve in a simplistic manner using available resources, information, knowledge of businessAbility to utilize financial analysis capabilities to advise the business on achieving financial and productivity goals.A proficiency in cost and project accounting and associated metrics reporting is also required.The candidate must have a drive to automate and systemize processes, as the role will require transition from manual to systemic processes working within Mercer’s financial infrastructure.Results-focused, analytical approach with a strong customer / client service ethosWhy join our team:
We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work and supportive leaders.We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have impact for colleagues, clients and communities.Our scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities, as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your well-being.Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC) is the world’s leading professional services firm in the areas of risk, strategy and people. The Company’s more than 85,000 colleagues advise clients in over 130 countries. With annual revenue of $23 billion, Marsh McLennan helps clients navigate an increasingly dynamic and complex environment through four market-leading businesses. Marsh provides data-driven risk advisory services and insurance solutions to commercial and consumer clients. Guy Carpenter develops advanced risk, reinsurance and capital strategies that help clients grow profitably and pursue emerging opportunities. Mercer delivers advice and technology-driven solutions that help organizations redefine the world of work, reshape retirement and investment outcomes, and unlock health and well being for a changing workforce. Oliver Wyman serves as a critical strategic, economic and brand advisor to private sector and governmental clients. For more information, visit marshmclennan.com, or follow us on LinkedIn and X.
Marsh McLennan is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people regardless of their sex/gender, marital or parental status, ethnic origin, nationality, age, background, disability, sexual orientation, caste, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Marsh McLennan is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh McLennan colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one “anchor day” per week on which their full team will be together in person.
Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC) is a global leader in risk, strategy and people, advising clients in 130 countries across four businesses: Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer and Oliver Wyman. With annual revenue of $24 billion and more than 90,000 colleagues, Marsh McLennan helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information, visit marshmclennan.com, or follow on LinkedIn and X.
Marsh McLennan is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age, background, caste, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, gender reassignment, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Marsh McLennan is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh McLennan colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one “anchor day” per week on which their full team will be together in person.