Analyst, COPA Finance Data

A Career at HARMAN

As a technology leader that is rapidly on the move, HARMAN is filled with people who are focused on making life better. Innovation, inclusivity and teamwork are a part of our DNA. When you add that to the challenges we take on and solve together, you’ll discover that at HARMAN you can grow, make a difference and be proud of the work you do every day.

Introduction: A Career at HARMAN Corporate

We’re a global, multi-disciplinary team that’s putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. At HARMAN Corporate, you are integral to our company’s award-winning success.

• Enrich your managerial and organizational talents – from finance, quality, and supply chain to human resources, IT, sales, and strategy
• Augment your comprehensive skillset with expert training across decision-making, change management, leadership, and business development
• Obtain 360-degree support throughout your career life cycle, from early-stage to seasoned leader

About the Role

The Analyst, COPA Finance Data will support the organization by ensuring the accuracy, consistency, and reliability of CO-PA financial data and reporting. This role partners with global Finance, Controlling, and IT teams to drive data quality, support month-end closing activities, maintain SAP allocation processes, and contribute to SAP S/4HANA transformation initiatives.

What You Will Do

• Analyze financial data during month-end closing and perform data mining of COPA Finance data to improve the accuracy and reliability of program-level financial results.
• Identify and resolve data inconsistencies, monitor master data accuracy, create reporting standards, and generate ad-hoc reports and analyses for business stakeholders.
• Maintain SAP allocation rules in partnership with regional and functional Controlling teams and support budget planning activities, including allocations and data uploads.
• Collaborate with Global Process Experts and HARMAN IT to identify process improvements and system enhancements based on data-driven insights.
• Support testing and implementation activities related to SAP S/4HANA CO-PA transaction codes and provide training and knowledge transfer to the global Finance organization.

What You Need to Be Successful

• CMA (Cost & Management Accountant), CA (Chartered Accountant), or Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Industrial Engineering, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Strong analytical skills with hands-on experience in Excel, Business Warehouse (BW), BPC, OneStream, Qlik Sense, or comparable reporting and analytics tools.
• Experience with SAP R/3 FI/CO and/or SAP S/4HANA, along with exposure to project management methodologies.
• Ability to analyze complex technical and financial issues and develop effective, data-driven solutions.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively in a global environment.
• Strong English communication skills, both written and verbal, and flexibility to work across global time zones.

Bonus Points If You Have

• Experience in a Controlling environment within the automotive supplier industry and strong knowledge of CO-PA allocation and profitability analysis processes.
• Hands-on experience supporting SAP S/4HANA implementations, testing activities, and finance transformation initiatives.
• Proven track record of driving process improvements, master data governance, and cross-functional collaboration across Finance, Controlling, and IT teams.

What Makes You Eligible

• Willingness to work from HARMAN’s office in Bangalore, India.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across global Finance, Controlling, and IT teams.
• Openness to work in a multicultural and global environment, including collaboration across different time zones.
• Willingness to travel, if required.
• Because this is a hybrid role, commuting to the nearest HARMAN office will be required each week.

What We Offer

• Access to employee discounts on world class HARMAN/Samsung products (JBL, Harman Kardon, AKG etc.)
• Professional development opportunities through HARMAN University’s business and leadership academies.
• Flexible work schedule with a culture encouraging work life integration and collaboration in a global environment.
• An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development.
• “Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program.

HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.