Job Description

Nomura Overview:

Nomura is an Asia-headquartered financial services group with an integrated global network spanning over 30 countries. By connecting markets East & West, Nomura services the needs of individuals, institutions, corporates and governments through its four business divisions: Retail, Asset Management, Wholesale (Global Markets and Investment Banking), and Merchant Banking. Founded in 1925, the firm is built on a tradition of disciplined entrepreneurship, serving clients with creative solutions and considered thought leadership. For further information about Nomura, visit www.nomura.com

Nomura Services India, (Powai) supports Nomura’s businesses around the world. Powai’ s world class capabilities in trading support, research, information technology, financial control, operations, risk management and legal support have played a key role in facilitating Nomura’s global operations and are an integral part of Nomura’s global expansion plans. The Powai operation is a critical part of the platform to support the growth of Nomura’s global business.

Divisional Overview (Mandatory):

Powai Finance is an integral part of the CFO division and plays a key role in various Finance functions ranging from Treasury, Global Middle Office, Financial Control & Regulatory Reporting, Global Infrastructure, Cost Analytics and MI. Located strategically to cater to multiple time zones, Powai Finance ensures internal and regulatory deliverables across all regions are supported

Business Unit Overview (If Applicable):

Powai Core CMA team is a sub function of Global CMA team involved in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) for all Powai functions. Key focus areas are Budgeting and Monthly management reporting covering comprehensive value added analytics. Key stakeholders are Powai Sr. Mgmt., Powai divisional heads and CAO’s The team also supports Global & Regional stakeholders in EMEA, Tokyo and AEJ.

Position Specifications:

Corporate Title

Associate/Manager

Experience

8-10 yrs

Qualification

Finance professional with a good track record

Requisition No.

FININD0000523

Role & Responsibilities:

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Budgeting, Forecasting, Monthly reporting, month end checks, variance /expense analysis
• Budget consolidation and thorough review with end-to-end reconciliation
• Deep dive into key expenses with detailed value-added analytics
• Cost Saves advisory skills with meaningful analysis & innovative thinking, review accounting methodologies
• Headcount Reporting with detailed tracking of new roles, efficiencies and headcount movement. Tight control & review of headcount numbers.
• Monitor key KPI’s from time to time and highlight anomalies
• Assist divisions with ad hocs and critical stakeholder requirements on a timely basis

CEO/CAO/Sr. Mgmt. support

• Extensive support to Powai Sr. Mgmt. on Cost & Headcount. Create presentations with captivating slides, have a 360-degree view. Constantly try to innovate
• Robust control over numbers, quick turnaround
• Provide Powai Sr. Mgmt. with multiple advisory / analytics, help drive initiatives to manage their cost base
• Strong insights on key cost drivers and provide cost models to deliver / track cost saves targets
• Trend analytics, provide historic data with comprehensive analysis

Automation/Digitalisation

• Leverage new age Digital Tools & Technologies for BAUs as well as new Projects
• Quickly adapt to ongoing digitalisation in the process
• Come up with innovative ideas to further be able to reduce man hour efforts
• Be able to create process efficiencies/improvisations, have a creative mind set

Stakeholder Management:

• Effective partnership and collaboration with Powai Sr. Management, Regional CMA teams, Regional stakeholders, Powai divisions, drive Optimization /Globalization via standardized approach
• Project management experience in driving strategic initiatives
• Quick turnaround on ad hoc requests
• Excellent communication & presentation skills

Mind Set:

Mandatory

Desired

Domain

• 8- 10 +years of relevant experience
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in building and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders and regional counterparts at senior levels
• Strong financial management skills, budgets procedures and reporting
• Ability to present and explain workings in a clear and concise manner to a diverse audience
• Strong Analytical and Situational Problem-solving skills.
• Ability to make informed decisions and assumptions to support decision making under time pressure and validate detailed analysis
• Is entrepreneurial and independent; a self-starter, takes ownership, exhibits integrity, initiative, strong motivation and attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize high volumes of deliverables across multiple disciplines working under pressure

• Good project skills - planning, coordination/ execution, senior management reporting, situational awareness
• Prior experience in strategy roles would be an added advantage
• Ability to present “the story” using Excel Charts and PowerPoint

Technical

• Expertise in MS Excel, PowerPoint
• Basic SharePoint and Power BI skills

• • Power BI, Alteryx and Tableau
• • Identifies and pursues innovative business initiatives that provide material contribution