Financial Analyst

ABOUT RISHIHOOD UNIVERSITY

Rishihood is India’s first national transformation university. It prepares learners to solve the big problems of tomorrow. Our transformative education is built on three pillars:

•    Personal Impact – developing physical, intellectual, emotional, and spiritual strength.

•    Professional Impact – building real-world skills through industry-integrated, practice-based learning.

•    Public Impact – fostering interdisciplinary thinking and a commitment to nation-building.

At Rishihood, we nurture leaders who will transform themselves, their professions, and the nation.

The Finance Analyst will be responsible for analysing financial data, preparing budgets and forecasts, monitoring business performance, and providing financial insights to management. The role typically involves financial analysis, Book Keeping, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, maintain accurate financial records, and support the finance team wherever required.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and management dashboards.
  

·       Maintain day-to-day accounting records and financial transactions.

·       Record purchase, sales, receipt, payment, and journal entries.

·       Handle accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.

·       Perform bank, vendor, customer, and ledger reconciliation.

·       Monitor outstanding receivables and payables and follow up for timely payments.

·       Assist with GST, TDS, and other statutory compliance requirements.

·       Ensure compliance with company accounting policies and applicable regulations.

·       Perform other finance and accounting duties assigned by the management.

• Prepare and maintain budgets, forecasts, and financial models.
  
• Compare actual financial performance against budget/forecast and investigate variances.
  
• Support the month-end and year-end closing process.
  
• Prepare management reports and presentations for senior leadership.
  
• Track departmental and business-unit expenses and identify cost-saving opportunities.
  
• Assist with cash-flow forecasting and working-capital analysis.
  
• Maintain accurate financial databases and ensure data integrity.
  
• Identify trends, risks, and opportunities and communicate them to management.
  
• Improve financial reporting processes and automate recurring reports where possible.
  
• Perform ad-hoc financial analysis as requested by management.
  

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Accuracy and timeliness of financial reports
  
• Budget vs. actual variance
  
• Forecast accuracy
  
• Cost savings identified/achieved
  
• Timely completion of monthly reporting
  
• Accuracy of cash-flow forecasts
  
• Improvements in reporting and financial processes
  

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and MBA in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
  
• Typically 2–5 years of experience in financial analysis, FP&A, accounting, or a related role.
  
• Strong knowledge of financial statements and financial analysis.
  
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
  
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems such as SAP, Tally, ZOHO, or similar is desirable.
  
• Working knowledge of GST and TDS. 
  
• Proficiency in MS Excel and accounting software such as Tally ERP/Tally Prime, SAP, or similar ERP systems.
  
• Experience with Power BI or other reporting/BI tools is an advantage.
  

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience and skills.
  
• Opportunities for professional growth and learning.
  
• Supportive and professional work environment.
  
• Exposure to various finance and accounting functions.