Analyst - Planning & Reporting

The Junior Finance Analyst supports Global Practices Finance in executing core operational finance tasks, ensuring timely monthly reporting, accurate data preparation, and smooth financial processes across cost centres. The role provides foundational support for budget and forecast cycles through data preparation and preliminary analysis. Job Description: Key Responsibilities 1. Budgeting & Forecasting Support Prepare underlying datasets required for budget and forecast reporting packs. Update trackers and standard reports with actuals/forecast data. Perform initial variance comparisons and highlight anomalies for Senior FBP review. 2. Month‑End / Monthly Reporting Liaison between business and operational finance colleagues to identify, communicate and review month end income and cost accrual journals Preparation of the monthly reporting packs including variances analysis and meaningful commentary Preparation of data for month-end journals and reports. 3. Spend Monitoring & Reporting Ongoing close monitoring and management of spend, providing regular reports and insights Chase POs, ICPA submissions, and other operational finance documentation. Maintain spend trackers and highlight exceptions for review. 2. T&E Pre‑Approval and Compliance Support Perform initial T&E financial checks and validations via the shared mailbox. Compile travel‑related data and prepare summaries for FBP review. 4. Reporting & Data Preparation Run standard recurring financial reports to support Senior FBP. Prepare underlying datasets and structured files for dashboards, automation, or reporting enhancements. 6. Process & Automation Support Execute repeatable components of automation workflows (data collation, file preparation). Support testing and maintenance of automated reporting solutions. Reporting Structure Reports to: Senior Finance Business Partner Location: Bangalore Brand: Bcoe Time Type: Full time Contract Type: Permanent Can’t find a suitable job? Sign up for job alerts tailored to your interests and be first in line for new opportunities. About dentsu For over 120 years, innovation has been a core tenet of our offering – exploring new ways to reach, engage and nurture relationships with audiences. Together we drive a multiplier effect for clients at a global scale, through the development of Integrated Growth Solutions that are underpinned by our promise to clients: innovating to impact. Be a force for good. Sustainability is a vital part of our business and an important area of focus for our clients. We’re leading the way – helping to build a more sustainable planet. Dream loud. In this moment of transformation, we need our people to be fearless, embracing change and ambiguity, driven by the love for their work and excitement for the future. Team without limits. We create opportunities for connection and collaboration between our colleagues and clients, building a sense of belonging and having some fun along the way. Find out more about us Who we are Our Social Impact Our work