Management Reporting & Decision-Support Analysts

What does a Management Reporting & Decision-Support Analyst do?

A Management Reporting & Decision-Support Analyst turns complex business data into clear, actionable insights that guide strategic decisions. They prepare detailed financial and operational reports, analyze key performance indicators (KPIs), and identify trends that impact business outcomes. These professionals collaborate with leadership to support forecasting, budgeting, and long-term planning. They ensure decision-makers have accurate, timely, and data-driven insights to improve efficiency, profitability, and growth. Their work bridges analytics and strategy, empowering businesses to make informed, confident decisions.

    Tier 1

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    		 1 to 2
    years of
    experience

    Tier 2

    .

    		 3 to 5
    years of
    experience

    Tier 3

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    		 > 5
    years of
    experience

    ABOUT THE ROLE

    Roles and Responsibilities

    • Develop and maintain financial and management reports to support strategic decision-making.
    • Analyze trends, variances, and KPIs to identify opportunities and risks.
    • Support budgeting, forecasting, and business planning processes.
    • Present insights and recommendations to leadership for operational improvement.
    • Partner with cross-functional teams to align reporting with business goals.
    • Ensure accuracy and integrity of data used in reports and dashboards.

    Day-to-Day Duties

    • Compile and analyze financial and operational data.
    • Prepare dashboards and performance reports.
    • Support management meetings with data-driven insights.
    • Identify process inefficiencies and recommend improvements.
    • Collaborate with finance and operations teams to align forecasts.

    SKILLS AND TOOLS

    Soft Skills

    • Analytical Thinking
    • Attention to Detail
    • Communication
    • Collaboration
    • Problem Solving
    • Time Management
    • Critical Thinking
    • Adaptability

    Hard Skills

    • Financial Modeling
    • Data Visualization
    • Forecasting & Budgeting
    • KPI Reporting
    • Variance Analysis
    • Business Intelligence

    Tools

    Power BI or Tableau 85%
    SQL or Python 70%
    SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite 80%

    Education

    Common Educational Backgrounds and Career Paths:

    • Finance
    • Accounting
    • Economics
    • Business Analytics
    • Data Science
    • Statistics
    • Management Information Systems
    • Bachelor’s Degree
    • MBA or CFA (Preferred for Senior Roles)

    CANDIDATES TESTS

    Tests & Evaluations for Candidates

    Financial Modeling Test

    Valuation models

    8/10

    For financial analysts, M&A consultants, and valuation specialists.

    Valuation Principles Test

    Knowledge of valuation methods

    9/10

    For corporate finance, investment banking, and strategic advisory roles.

    Advanced Excel

    Proficiency in financial models

    8/10

    For candidates handling complex data-driven financial assessments.