AWM - Client Solutions Group- Finance, Analyst (Bengaluru)

About AWM

Goldman Sachs Asset & Wealth Management Division ("AWM") offers a broad product line consisting of all primary asset classes and maintains a global distribution platform designed to serve a diverse client base of institutions and individuals. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer of AWM, the Finance team collaborates closely with senior management on projects impacting the growth and profitability of the division, as well as with the leadership of AWM’s business units on specific financial issues and strategic initiatives.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND QUALIFICATIONS

The role is part of the Client Solutions Group Finance team. The team is responsible for supporting the Client Solutions Group in financial modeling, managing strategic initiatives, business and financial reporting, and data governance that spans both public and private businesses. The team oversees our progress toward our financial goals; works directly with leadership to execute on our operating initiatives and projects growth plans for the business.

• Manage key financial processes across the global business (e.g., Net Sales reporting, annual sales budgeting process, P&L management, sales and fundraising projections, etc.)
• Produce weekly business summaries, KPI progress updates and complete ad-hoc requests etc.
• Maintain and update financial systems and assist in data reconciliation and validation processes ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Continually look to improve and automate data reporting by integrating data sources and infrastructure
• Coordinate across regions on global financial reporting initiatives related to business strategy, client engagement, technology and reporting
• Participate in project management while partnering with cross-functional stakeholders to identify and execute on opportunities to drive efficiency and scale
• Develop and maintain business / market analytics and sales metrics for business managers with a clear focus on accuracy and consistency of data

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Post-Graduate in Finance / Chartered Accountant
• 0-2 years of relevant experience in Finance, Accounting or Data Analytics role
• Experience with large data sets, technology and exposure to Asset Management, Management Consulting, or Investment Banking industries a plus.
• Strong problem-solving skills and abilities, able to craft unique solutions with limited guidance; proactive in assessing dynamic situations
• Expert skills in Excel, PowerPoint
• Working knowledge of analytics applications (i.e. Alteryx, Tableau, Qlik) and database tools (e.g. Elastic, MS SQL Server, Legend) a plus
• Self-motivated and driven, someone looking for a steep growth curve
• Fast learner and effective communicator of new / complex information
• Ability to work at varying speeds and under timeframe pressure, while maintaining extremely high standards
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills: ability to build the trust and confidence of colleagues, strengthen relationships through ongoing dialogue and interactions, and collaborate well with others internally
• Project management skills; highly organized; attention to detail and excellent follow-through; able to define, structure and prioritize work, but with the flexibility to change priorities when circumstances dictate
• Confidence to challenge and be innovative; focus on identifying areas of improving efficiency through automation and scalability