Hiring for Analyst

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Job Title: Analyst Location: ChennaiAbout Barclays Barclays is a British universal bank. We are diversified by business, by different types of customers and clients, and by geography. Our businesses include consumer banking and payments operations around the world, as well as a top-tier, full service, global corporate and investment bank, all of which are supported by our service company which provides technology, operations and functional services across the Group.Risk and Control Objective Ensure that all activities and duties are carried out in full compliance with regulatory requirements, Enterprise Wide Risk Management Framework and internal Barclays Policies and Policy Standards. Working Flexibly We re committed to providing a supportive and inclusive culture and environment for you to work in. This environment recognises and supports ways to balance your personal needs, alongside the professional needs of our business. Providing the opportunity for all our employees, globally to work flexibly empowers each of us to work in a way that suits our lives as well as enabling us to better service our customers and clients needs. Whether you have family commitments or you re a carer, or whether you need study time or wish to pursue personal interests, our approach to working flexibly is designed to help you balance your life. If you would like some flexibility, then please discuss this with the hiring manager.The role is part of the Group Finance Internal Reporting team, Performance Management function. The team provides insightful analysis to the senior management which enables them to understand and manage the overall Barclays group financials for current and future performance. The function is responsible for building and supporting the business reporting needs as well as adhoc MIS requests for the entire Barclays group financials. This particular role focuses on partnering with London team to run monthly Outlook/forecasting process, External disclosures and Result announcement process, work in collboartion with the Impairment FTC, Strategy and CFO business partnering teams, Cost analytics & thereafter prepare various management decks for presentation to senior stakeholders, usually catering to Tier 1 management.This role will assist in identifying risks and opportunities, and help provide analytical support for strategic decision making to senior stakeholders.This will require coordination with multiple teams, commentary write up, Update of various review decks using various boiler plates, Macro Economic Variables analysis into Key Metrics, Optimus data enrichment and detailed reporting and analysis focusing on P&L, BS. Key ratios and Capital Deductions. This role is also responsible for enhancing existing processes, reporting and controls whilst ensuring the flawless execution of BAU.What will you be doing Ownership of End to end Outlook financials at total Group level Supporting the Barclays Group Result announcement process: Partnering with London and Investor Relations in managing and reviewing the Financials, commentary, Results announcement Slides Speeches and Annual Report, ensuring a 100% accurate and seamless results announcement process.Financial Analysis and commentary writing for various senior management review decks (Board, Excetive Committee Decks to name some) Facilitating & supporting the deep-dives & analysis into Financial metrics aiding Strategic decisions Monitoring and highlighting the risk and opportunities Assist in the ongoing development and enhancement in the Group s reporting / forecasting tools primarily Optimus and BCE Managing and summarising month end ledger close narratives, coordinating with businesses for variance analysis of actuals vs plan Ensuring timely and accurate Outlook submissions into system , custodian of Group fianancials Consistent delivery against targeted deadline Supporting multiple functions & facing off to the London stakeholders. P&L, BS and Capital Metrix review and analysis. Ad doc analysis based on evolving focus areas of management Ensure that appropriate controls are in place to support robust, accurate and timely delivery of reporting. Look to embed best practices on report design, consistency and innovative presentation, whilst continually pursuing process efficiencies through automation, system scheduling of report production, and efficient/effective peer review. Consistently look to build a network across the value chain (eg technology partners, operations, other finance areas etc) to explore opportunities for either tightening the control environment, or enhancing reporting capabilities.What we re looking for:MI reporting & forecasting/Outlook/flash experience is a must Knowledge on Data analytics and visualisation tools like Alteryx, Python, Tableau etc. Strong stakeholder management and strong on control awareness. A confident and articulate self-starter with the ability to cope with the demands of working to tight deadlines. Keen analytical skills and the ability to challenge current processes and develop effective alternate solutions. A team player with a high level of commitment and enthusiasm. Comfortable with the demands of working in a pressured environment. Strong interpersonally and have the ability to communicate at all levels.Skills that will help you in the role:Customer focused consistently meets client needs within constraints of time, resources and budget Knowledge on Data analytics and visualisation tools like Alteryx, Python, Tableau etc. Consistently delivers against targets Has good understanding and is up to date on relevant business knowledge Opportunity to be groomed to be future leaders, where there will be expanded remit for future growth Resourceful able to successfully influence and engage firm wide resources Confident to liaise with Business Managers Demonstrates initiative and pro-activenessWhere will you be working ChennaiBe More at Barclays At Barclays, each day is about being more as a professional, and as a person. Be More @ Barclays represents our core promise to all current and future employees. It s the characteristic that we want to be associated with as an employer, and at the heart of every employee experience. We empower our colleagues to Be More Globally Connected, working on international projects that improve the way millions of customers handle their finances. Be More Inspired by working alongside the most talented people in the industry, and delivering imaginative new solutions that are redefining the future of finance. Be More Impactful by having the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects, and Be More Valued for who you are. Interested and want to know more about Barclays Visit home.barclays/who-we-are/ for more details.Our Values Purpose and ValuesWe deploy finance responsibly to support people and businesses, acting with empathy and integrity, championing innovation and sustainability, for the common good and the long term. Our values underpin everything we do: Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship.Respect We harness the power of diversity and inclusion in our business, trust those we work with, and value everyones contribution.Integrity We operate with honesty, transparency and fairness in all we do.Service We act with empathy and humility, putting the people and businesses we serve at the centre of what we do.Excellence We champion innovation, and use our energy, expertise and resources to make a positive difference.Stewardship We prize sustainability, and are passionate about leaving things better than we found them.Our DiversityWe aim to foster a culture where individuals of all backgrounds feel confident in bringing their whole selves to work, feel included and their talents are nurtured, empowering them to contribute fully to our vision and goals.Our BenefitsOur customers are unique. The same goes for our colleagues. Thats why at Barclays we offer a range of benefits, allowing every colleague to choose the best options for their personal circumstances. These include a competitive salary and pension, health care and all the tools, technology and support to help you become the very best you can be. We are proud of our flexible working options for colleagues. If you have a need for flexibility, then please discuss this with us.,

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