Finance Specialist FP&A

As a Finance Specialist FP&A at Capgemini, you will engage in various responsibilities that include managing profit and loss (P&L) statements, forecasting, financial planning, and variance explanation. You'll also create detailed financial reports and communicate findings clearly to diverse stakeholders, helping steer financial decisions with analysis of complex data.

For the Finance Specialist FP&A position at Capgemini, a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or Accounting is essential. Additionally, at least 3-5 years of relevant experience is required, with a strong preference for candidates with advanced skills in budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling.

Strong Excel skills are vital for a Finance Specialist FP&A at Capgemini, along with proficiency in SAP and Power BI. Familiarity with SQL is also beneficial, as these tools will aid you in financial modeling and data analysis, which are critical for the role.

Capgemini prides itself on a dynamic and inclusive work culture. As a Finance Specialist FP&A, you will be part of a globally recognized group that focuses on career development, offers flexible work arrangements, and supports a work-life balance, making it an exciting environment to grow your career.

At Capgemini, we believe in investing in our employees' growth. As a Finance Specialist FP&A, you will have access to various career development and training opportunities, allowing you to enhance your skills, stay updated with industry trends, and progress in your financial career path.

When answering this question, highlight your analytical skills and methodologies for forecasting. Discuss specific tools or techniques you’ve used and how they have led to successful predictions in your past roles.

Prepare for this question by sharing a specific example that demonstrates your problem-solving abilities. Make sure to outline the steps you took, the tools you used, and the ultimate outcome of your actions.

In your response, list the financial models you've used in your work, such as DCF models, sensitivity analysis, or operating models. Explain briefly how you applied each model in a real-world scenario.

Emphasize the processes you implement for cross-verifying data, the tools you utilize for checks and balances, and your attention to detail which help maintain the integrity of the financial reports you produce.

Discuss your experience with financial software and tools, explaining how they streamline processes and improve accuracy. Highlight the importance of staying up-to-date with technological advancements in finance.

Share a specific example where you led an initiative, detailing your involvement from conception to execution. Highlight the impact this had on the organization’s financial performance.

Explain your approach to keeping informed about regulatory changes, your adaptability to new processes, and how you ensure your financial practices align with these regulations smoothly.

Discuss your strategic approach to budget development, focusing on gathering input from various stakeholders, forecasting future revenues and expenses, and ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

Outline your method of assessing urgency vs. importance, how you communicate with team members to delegate tasks, and any tools or techniques you use to stay organized amid pressure.

Use this opportunity to express your enthusiasm for Capgemini’s values and mission. Discuss how your skills and career goals align with the company’s objectives, and share specific reasons why you’re passionate about this role.