Job Description

Principal Responsibilities :

1. Financial Planning & Analysis

Assist in the preparation and consolidation of

annual budgets

,

quarterly forecasts

, and

long-range financial plans

Support monthly and quarterly

variance analysis

against budget/forecast, providing commentary and identifying risks and opportunities Collaborate with business units to ensure accurate and timely input of assumptions, cost drivers, and business trends Maintain and enhance

financial models

, templates, and tools for scenario planning and decision support

2. Management Reporting

Prepare and present

monthly management reports

, dashboards, and KPI trackers to key stakeholders Support the preparation of

review decks

and

executive-level presentations

Ensure consistent and accurate reporting across business units, aligning with company-wide performance metrics

3. Business Partnering

Act as a financial partner to business teams, providing analytical support for cost control, margin improvement, and operational efficiency initiatives Participate in business case development for

new initiatives

, pricing decisions, and cost-benefit analyses

4. Process Improvement & Controls

Help streamline and standardize FP&A processes for efficiency and accuracy Support implementation of

FP&A systems and tools

(e.g., Power BI, Anaplan, SAP BPC) Ensure financial data integrity and compliance with internal controls and company policies

5.

Respond to ad-hoc requests from Linde Group Management and regional office.

Required Key Skills :

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field 1-2 years of experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or related functions Strong understanding of financial principles, budgeting process, and business case evaluation Sound MS Office skills especially advanced Excel, Hyperion & Power BI knowledge with a good working knowledge of SAP Able to execute change strategies and bring change projects to successful completion. Strong collaboration skills with ability to work with cross functional teams Demonstrates operational Finance knowledge and financial analysis skills with hands on knowledge of financial operations. Able to drive business performance by monitoring execution of finance processes and continuously improving the same. Self-motivated individual requiring less supervision with passion for excellence and peak performance. Excellent teamwork with ability to work autonomously Strong communication skills (oral, written and listening) Attention to details, excellent analytical, problem solving skills
. Ability to work in a fast paced, deadline driven environment