SENIOR ANALYST, FINANCE

Position Summary...

What you'll do...

Position Summary

The Senior Analyst, FP&A will support Walmart US FP&A CoE through high-quality planning, forecasting, reporting and business analysis. The role partners closely with U.S.-based finance stakeholders and cross-functional teams to deliver accurate and timely financial outputs, translate data into actionable insights, and continuously improve FP&A processes. The position requires strong analytical capability, ownership, attention to detail, and the ability to operate effectively in a global, matrixed environment.

About the Team

·       This role is part of the Walmart US FP&A Center of Excellence (CoE), based out of Walmart’s Bangalore office. The team partners with Walmart US Finance to support core FP&A activities, decision support, reporting, analytics and continuous improvement across finance processes.

·       This is an individual contributor role for a finance professional with strong FP&A fundamentals and analytical skills. The Senior Analyst will own defined deliverables end-to-end, work directly with U.S. finance partners, and contribute to improving and transforming existing processes through standardization, automation and better use of data and technology.

What you'll do

Role: Senior Analyst, FP&A

Experience range: 3-6 years

Location: Bangalore

·       Support core FP&A cycles including Annual Operating Plan (AOP), Long Range Plan (LRP), forecasts, month-end close and performance reporting, ensuring deliverables are accurate and completed on time.

·       Partner with Walmart US Finance stakeholders to understand business performance, financial drivers, risks and opportunities, and provide analytical support for business decisions.

·       Perform variance analysis across actuals, forecast and plan; identify key drivers and develop clear, decision-ready commentary and insights.

·       Build and maintain financial models, driver-based forecasts, reporting packages and dashboards to support planning and performance management.

·       Conduct deep-dive analysis across relevant P&L areas such as sales, gross profit, operating expenses, headcount, inventory and other business drivers, depending on the supported finance area.

·       Prepare recurring management reporting and ad-hoc analyses for finance leadership, with a strong focus on accuracy, timeliness and clear storytelling.

·       Own assigned processes and deliverables end-to-end, proactively resolving data, process and reporting issues in partnership with stakeholders and supporting teams.

·       Identify opportunities to simplify, standardize and automate FP&A activities, improving process efficiency and shifting capacity toward higher-value analysis.

·       Partner with Reporting & Analytics, Data, Technology and other cross-functional teams on reporting enhancements, data requirements and finance transformation initiatives.

·       Maintain process documentation, controls and standard operating procedures, and contribute to a strong governance and continuous-improvement culture within the FP&A CoE.

·       Leverage finance tools and emerging technologies, including AI-enabled capabilities where appropriate, to improve analysis, reporting and decision support.

What You’ll Bring

·       BCom, Pursuing CA / CPA / CMA / ACCA or MBA (Finance) or equivalent finance qualification.

·       3-6 years of relevant experience in FP&A, financial planning, management reporting, business finance or a related finance role.

·       Understanding of core FP&A processes including planning, forecasting, month-end reporting, variance analysis and financial modelling.

·       Analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work with large datasets, identify key business drivers and translate analysis into meaningful insights.

·       Microsoft Excel and financial modelling skills; experience creating clear management reporting and executive-ready outputs.

·       Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities and consistently deliver accurate work within tight timelines.

·       Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders across geographies and functions.

·       Comfort working in a global, matrixed environment and partnering with U.S.-based stakeholders across time zones.

·       Experience in retail, eCommerce, consumer businesses or a large multinational organization is preferred.

Additional Qualifications

·       Experience with enterprise planning and finance systems such as OneStream, SAP, HFM or similar tools preferred.

·       Working knowledge of visualization/reporting tools is preferred.

·       Knowledge of AI-enabled finance solutions will be an added advantage.

·       Understanding of data models, reporting structures and finance process transformation is desirable.

·       Demonstrated curiosity, learning agility and a continuous-improvement mindset.

About Walmart Global Tech
Imagine working in an environment where one line of code can make life easier for hundreds of millions of people.  That’s what we do at Walmart Global Tech. We’re a team of software engineers, data scientists, cybersecurity expert's and service professionals within the world’s leading retailer who make an epic impact and are at the forefront of the next retail disruption. People are why we innovate, and people power our innovations. We are people-led and tech-empowered.

We train our team in the skillsets of the future and bring in experts like you to help us grow. We have roles for those chasing their first opportunity as well as those looking for the opportunity that will define their career. Here, you can kickstart a great career in tech, gain new skills and experience for virtually every industry, or leverage your expertise to innovate on a scale, impact millions and reimagine the future of retail.

Walmart’s culture sets us apart, and we know being together helps us innovate, learn and grow great careers. This role is based in our Bangalore office for daily work, with the flexibility for associates to manage their personal lives.

 

Benefits

Beyond our great compensation package, you can receive incentive awards for your performance. Other great perks include a host of best-in-class benefits maternity and parental leave, PTO, health benefits, and much more.

Belonging

We aim to create a culture where every associate feels valued for who they are, rooted in respect for the individual. Our goal is to foster a sense of belonging, to create opportunities for all our associates, customers and suppliers, and to be a Walmart for everyone.

At Walmart, our vision is "everyone included." By fostering a workplace culture where everyone is—and feels—included, everyone wins. Our associates and customers reflect the makeup of all 19 countries where we operate. By making Walmart a welcoming place where all people feel like they belong, we’re able to engage associates, strengthen our business, improve our ability to serve customers, and support the communities where we operate.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Walmart, Inc., is an Equal Opportunities Employer – By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting and valuing unique styles, experiences, identities, ideas and opinions – while being inclusive of all people.

Minimum Qualifications...

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field OR 2 years' experience in accounting, finance, or related area.

Preferred Qualifications...

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Data Analysis and Insights

Primary Location...

Building 10 (sez), Cessna Business Park, Kadubeesanahalli Village, Varthur Hobli , India