Job Description

Date live:

06/13/2025

Business Area:

Finance

Area of Expertise:

Finance

Contract:

Permanent

Reference Code:

JR-0000048670

As part of the Finance team, you'll help shape Barclays' financial strategy through accounting, budgeting, financial forecasting, and analysis. Your expertise will support management, cash and debt management, and insurance, driving the financial health and success of the organisation.

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Join Barclays as Analyst - Reporting CoE role where to provide financial expertise and support to specific business units or departments within the organisation, and act as a liaison between the finance function and various business units, helping to bridge the gap between financial data and business decisions. At Barclays, we don't just anticipate the future - we're creating it.

To be successful in this role, you should have below skills:

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, financial modeling, and analytical tools (SAC/SAP/SAP BW)



Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously



Excellent written and verbal communication skills



Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment



Basic understanding of banking and financial products

Some other highly valued skills may include below:

Strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines



Familiarity with databases and data extraction techniques



Month end close / consolidation / reporting



Stakeholder management



Flexible and adaptable



You may be assessed on the key critical skills relevant for success in role, such as risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen strategic thinking and digital and technology, as well as job-specific technical skills.



This role is based in our Chennai office.



Purpose of the role



To provide financial expertise and support to specific business units or departments within the organisation, and act as a liaison between the finance function and various business units, helping to bridge the gap between financial data and business decisions.



Accountabilities



Development and implementation of business unit financial strategies, plans and budgets, using insights to evaluate the financial implications of strategic initiatives and recommend appropriate actions.

Development of financial models to forecast future performance, assess investment opportunities, and evaluate financial risks for business units, and to analyse the impact of business decisions on financial performance and provision of recommendations. .

Cross functional collaboration to provide financial insights and guidance to business unit stakeholders.

Identification of opportunities and implementation of financial process improvements that streamline financial operations.

Support to business units in identification, assessment, and mitigation of financial risks, including provision of training and guidance to business units on financial risk management and compliance practices.

Analysis and presentation of financial data to provide insights into business performance, identify trends, and support decision-making.



Analyst Expectations



To perform prescribed activities in a timely manner and to a high standard consistently driving continuous improvement.

Requires in-depth technical knowledge and experience in their assigned area of expertise

Thorough understanding of the underlying principles and concepts within the area of expertise

They lead and supervise a team, guiding and supporting professional development, allocating work requirements and coordinating team resources.

If the position has leadership responsibilities, People Leaders are expected to demonstrate a clear set of leadership behaviours to create an environment for colleagues to thrive and deliver to a consistently excellent standard. The four LEAD behaviours are: L - Listen and be authentic, E - Energise and inspire, A - Align across the enterprise, D - Develop others.

OR for an individual contributor, they develop technical expertise in work area, acting as an advisor where appropriate.

Will have an impact on the work of related teams within the area.

Partner with other functions and business areas.

Takes responsibility for end results of a team's operational processing and activities.

Escalate breaches of policies / procedure appropriately.

Take responsibility for embedding new policies/ procedures adopted due to risk mitigation.

Advise and influence decision making within own area of expertise.

Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work you own or contribute to. Deliver your work and areas of responsibility in line with relevant rules, regulation and codes of conduct.

Maintain and continually build an understanding of how own sub-function integrates with function, alongside knowledge of the organisations products, services and processes within the function.

Demonstrate understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the organisation sub-function.

Make evaluative judgements based on the analysis of factual information, paying attention to detail.

Resolve problems by identifying and selecting solutions through the application of acquired technical experience and will be guided by precedents.

Guide and persuade team members and communicate complex / sensitive information.

Act as contact point for stakeholders outside of the immediate function, while building a network of contacts outside team and external to the organisation.



All colleagues will be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship - our moral compass, helping us do what we believe is right. They will also be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset - to Empower, Challenge and Drive - the operating manual for how we behave.



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Our purpose

Equal opportunities

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This is Barclays Chennai



Barclays Chennai is one of our key strategic locations. It's home to over 5,000 talented and passionate Barclays colleagues, across Finance, HR, operational and technology functions ensuring the bank's technology and infrastructure runs smoothly.



A workplace of the future

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More than just a workplace

Be you. Be valued. Belong.



We celebrate the unique perspectives and experiences each individual brings, believing our differences make us stronger and drive success.



You can learn more about our commitment to our colleague on our Inclusion and Opportunities page.



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Application Process

Your application



We'll ask for information about you, your CV and cover letter.



1

Your assessment



Covering your behaviours and ability at work.



2

Your interview



Exploring your past experiences and skills.



3

Next step



We'll request additional information so that you can complete our screening process



4



Working flexibly



We're committed to providing a supportive and inclusive culture and environment for you to work in. This environment recognises and supports your personal needs, alongside the professional needs of our business. If you'd like to explore flexible working arrangements, please discuss this with the hiring manager. Your request will be reviewed in-line with the requirements of the role/business needs of the team.



Hybrid working



We have a structured approach to hybrid working, where colleagues work at an onsite location on fixed, 'anchor', days, as set by the business area. Please discuss the working pattern requirements for the role you are applying for with the hiring manager. Please note that working arrangements may be subject to change on reasonable notice to ensure we meet the needs of our business.



Barclays is built on an international scale.



Our geographic reach, our wide variety of functions, businesses, roles and locations reflect the rich diversity of our worldwide customer base. All of which means we offer incredible variety, depth and breadth of experience.

And the chance to learn from a globally diverse mix of colleagues, including some of the very best minds in banking, finance, technology and business. Throughout, we'll encourage you to embrace mobility, exploring every part of our operations as you build your career.