FP&A Vertical COE - APAC at Nielsen

Pune, Maharashtra, India

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Market Research, Finance, E-commerce, RetailIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field. A master’s degree or professional certifications such as CFA or CPA is preferred
  • 5 years of experience in financial planning and analysis, preferably in a similar industry or commercial finance role
  • Business Acumen: Strong understanding of business operations and the impact of financial decisions on business outcomes
  • Technical Proficiency: Advanced skills in financial modelling and experience with financial software and systems. Proficient in Microsoft Office tools (PBI, Excel, PowerPoint, Word etc.) and ERP systems
  • Analytical Abilities: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to details. Ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights
  • Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Capable of effectively presenting information and responding to questions from stakeholders
  • Leadership and Initiative: Proven ability to take initiative and work independently, as well as part of a team

Responsibilities

  • Deliver high-quality financial planning, analysis, and strategic insights to support the vertical business units (Ecom, Retailer, SMB) across the region
  • Act as a strategic partner to vertical leadership, enabling data-driven decision-making and ensuring financial alignment with business goals
  • Coordinate financial planning and forecasting for Ecom, Retailer, and SMB verticals, ensuring alignment with regional and global targets
  • Deliver insightful performance analysis through monthly reviews, dashboards, and variance commentary to drive business decisions
  • Partner with vertical leadership to support strategic initiatives, commercial planning, and investment prioritization
  • Standardize FP&A reporting across verticals to improve efficiency, consistency, and scalability. Drive adoption of automated reporting tools
  • Develop and maintain financial models to support scenario planning, business cases, and long-range strategy. Support business strategic reviews and business deep dive
  • Drive continuous improvement in analytics, reporting automation, and COE capabilities

Skills

FP&A
Financial Planning
Forecasting
Variance Analysis
Financial Modeling
Performance Analysis
Dashboards
Scenario Planning
Strategic Planning
Reporting Automation
Excel
SQL

Nielsen

Global measurement and data analytics provider

About Nielsen

Nielsen provides measurement and data analytics services to help businesses understand consumers and markets globally. The company operates through two main divisions: Nielsen Global Media, which offers reliable metrics for the media and advertising industries, and Nielsen Global Connect, which supplies consumer packaged goods manufacturers and retailers with actionable insights about the marketplace. Nielsen combines its proprietary data with other sources to give clients a comprehensive view of current trends and future opportunities. With a presence in over 100 countries, Nielsen aims to support companies in making informed decisions to drive innovation and growth.

Town of Clarkstown, New YorkHeadquarters
1963Year Founded
$45.1MTotal Funding
ACQUISITIONCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, ConsultingIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Unlimited Paid Time Off

Risks

Competition from digital-native analytics firms threatens Nielsen's market share.
Privacy regulations may impact Nielsen's data collection capabilities.
Private equity acquisition could lead to strategic shifts misaligned with client needs.

Differentiation

Nielsen offers comprehensive cross-platform measurement solutions, including mobile media markets.
The Diverse Media Equity program elevates diverse-owned media companies' visibility.
Nielsen Impact Score evaluates marketing value of university athletic programs.

Upsides

Acquisition of Telephia enhances Nielsen's mobile media measurement capabilities.
Partnerships with P&G and NMSDC support diverse media representation.
Collaboration with TikTok improves digital audience measurement services.

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