Mid–Senior Executive, SG&A Analysis & Management Reporting

Job Description – Mid–Senior Executive, SG&A Analysis & Management Reporting

Job Title: Mid–Senior Executive – SG&A Analysis & Management Reporting
Location: Bangalore
Department: Business Intelligence and Analystics (BIA)
Reports To: Senior Manager 

Role Overview

The Mid–Senior Executive for SG&A Analysis & Reporting will drive cost visibility, financial insights, and performance reporting across all SG&A functions. The role involves delivering high-quality analysis for senior management, partnering with functional leaders, and ensuring disciplined budgeting, forecasting, and cost governance. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to convert complex data into actionable recommendations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead monthly and quarterly SG&A analysis, including variance analysis vs. budget, forecast, and prior periods.
• Develop and deliver executive-ready dashboards, presentations, and reports for senior leadership.
• Partner with functional leaders to understand cost drivers, trends, and optimization opportunities.
• Manage SG&A budgeting and forecasting cycles with high accuracy and timeliness.
• Support ongoing cost-optimization programs, productivity analysis, and strategic initiatives.
• Enhance reporting processes through automation, standardization, and improved data structures.
• Ensure strong data governance, reporting accuracy, and financial integrity across SG&A metrics.
• Provide ad-hoc analysis to support decision-making, business cases, and operational reviews.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field; MBA/CA preferred.
• 4–7 years of experience in FP&A, corporate finance, cost analysis, or related roles.
• Strong understanding of SG&A categories, financial reporting, and cost structures.
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with BI tools (Power BI/Tableau) preferred.
• Hands-on experience with ERP and planning tools (SAP/Oracle/Hyperion).
• Strong analytical, communication, and presentation capabilities.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Key Competencies

• Analytical thinking & problem solving
• Business acumen
• Stakeholder collaboration
• Results orientation
• Reporting & visualization
• Process discipline

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Reporting Accuracy & Timeliness: On-time submission of SG&A reports
• Insight Quality: Number and impact of actionable insights delivered to senior management.
• Forecasting Accuracy: Reduction in variance between forecast vs. actual SG&A over time.
• Stakeholder Satisfaction: Positive feedback from functional teams; quick turnaround on queries.
• Process Automation: Number of automated reports/processes; measurable reduction in manual effort.
• Cost Optimization Support: Value of cost savings supported or identified; tracking of improvement initiatives.
• Data Integrity: Zero data breaches or inconsistencies; strong compliance with financial controls.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field; MBA/CA preferred.
• 4–7 years of experience in FP&A, corporate finance, cost analysis, or related roles.
• Strong understanding of SG&A categories, financial reporting, and cost structures.
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with BI tools (Power BI/Tableau) preferred.
• Hands-on experience with ERP and planning tools (SAP/Oracle/Hyperion).