Senior Financial Analyst

Senior Financial Analyst (Hybrid)

Job Title 

Senior Financial Analyst (Hybrid)

Job Description

For more than 80 years, Kaplan has been a trailblazer in education and professional advancement. We are a global company at the intersection of education and technology, focused on collaboration, innovation, and creativity to deliver a best in class educational experience and make Kaplan a great place to work.

Our offices in India opened in Bengaluru in 2018. Since then, our team has fueled growth and innovation across the organization, impacting students worldwide. We are eager to grow and expand with skilled professionals like you who use their talent to build solutions, enable effective learning, and improve students’ lives.

The future of education is here and we are eager to work alongside those who want to make a positive impact and inspire change in the world around them.

The Senior Financial Analyst partners with business leaders to drive data-informed decision-making through insightful financial analysis, operational metrics, and strategic planning support. You will own the complete FP&A cycle for assigned business verticals—from recurring reporting and variance analysis to forecasting, scenario modeling, and margin optimization—while translating complex financial data into compelling business narratives.

This role embodies our A-B-C framework: you will Anchor in accuracy through rigorous variance analysis and data validation, go Beyond the numbers by uncovering the "why" behind performance and coaching stakeholders on business drivers, and Carry the organization forward through driver-based
modeling, analytical frameworks, and presentation excellence that enables better decisions.

Primary Responsibilities:  

• Deliver comprehensive monthly financial reporting packages with in-depth variance analysis, identifying root causes and translating findings into actionable insights

• Lead operational cost analysis and margin optimization efforts, tracking key performance metrics and highlighting profitability trends across business segments

• Develop and maintain driver-based forecast models incorporating business assumptions, conducting scenario planning and sensitivity analysis to evaluate strategic initiatives

• Prepare annual budgets and monthly forecasts with detailed operational driver assumptions, ensuring alignment with business objectives

• Partner proactively with business leaders through regular business review meetings, providing strategic recommendations and decision support

• Design analytical frameworks and dashboards that enable self-service insights, leveraging tools like Tableau, Power BI, or advanced Excel

• Prepare executive presentations and ad hoc analyses on business initiatives, periodic reporting and performance analysis

• Drive continuous improvement by standardizing processes, simplifying templates, automating manual work, and documenting best practices

• Hybrid Schedule: 3 days remote / 2 days in office

• 30-day notification period preferred

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or quantitative field; CA, CMA, CFA or MBA preferred

• 5+ years of progressive FP&A or financial analysis experience in a dynamic corporate environment

• Demonstrated expertise in financial modeling, driver-based forecasting, and scenario planning methodologies

• Solid grasp of financial statements and accounting fundamentals

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to communicate financial insights clearly to diverse audiences

• Proven ability to manage competing priorities, meet tight deadlines, and adapt to changing business needs

• Advanced Excel proficiency (financial modeling, complex formulas, pivot tables)

Preferred Qualifications

• Power Query a plus; experience with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) strongly preferred

• Experience with Oracle Cloud, SAP, or similar enterprise ERP systems; SQL knowledge a plus

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Beyond base salary, our comprehensive total rewards package includes:

Hybrid work model provides a flexible work/life balance
Voluntary Provident Fund is an additional voluntary contribution scheme associated with the statutory Employee Provident Fund (EPF)
Our Gift of Knowledge Program provides tuition assistance and substantial discounts for our employees and close family members
Comprehensive health benefits new hire eligibility starts on day 1 of employment
Generous Paid Time Off includes National holidays(10), Earned leaves(15), sick leave(12), plus one (1) volunteer day to participate and give back to our local communities
Gratuity is applicable upon completion of 5 years as per the Gratuity Act

We are committed to providing a supportive and rewarding work environment where every employee can thrive. You can learn more about our full benefits package and total rewards philosophy here.

At Kaplan, we believe in attracting, rewarding, and retaining exceptional talent. Our compensation philosophy is designed to be competitive within the market, reflecting the value we place on the skills, experience, and contributions of our employees, while taking into account labor market trends and total rewards. The specific compensation offered will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, relevant experience, education, skills, and market data.

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Location

Bangalore, KA, India

Additional Locations 

Employee Type

Employee

Job Functional Area 

Finance

Business Unit

00079 Kaplan Professional

Diversity & Inclusion Statement:

Kaplan is committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace that values diversity, promotes equity, and integrates inclusivity into all aspects of our operations. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, nationality, or sex. We believe that diversity strengthens our organization, fuels innovation, and improves our ability to serve our students, customers, and communities. Learn more about our culture here.

Kaplan considers qualified applicants for employment even if applicants have an arrest or conviction in their background check records. Kaplan complies with related background check regulations, including but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.  There are various positions where certain convictions may disqualify applicants, such as those positions requiring interaction with minors, financial records, or other sensitive and/or confidential information.

Kaplan is a drug-free workplace and complies with applicable laws. 

Experience Level

Senior Level