Finance
Senior Financial Analyst
Overview
At Western Union, we’re more than a trusted name in global payments. We’re moving beyond remittances, beyond cash, and beyond the expectations of our customers.
Our talented teams enable us to transform into a digital-first company, built on the strength of our retail foundation and powered by next-generation payments. All this with the goal of helping people prosper.
Our customers inspire us to push boundaries and create services that make life easier and communities stronger. Wherever you are in the world, we’re committed to shaping the next generation of financial experiences.
Join us as we go beyond and be part of a team that’s redefining what’s possible.
Role Responsibilities
As a Senior Financial Analyst within the Finance team based in Hyderabad this role will be responsible for cost center management, financial and business analysis, and periodic reporting for business teams. You will also –
- Responsible for Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) and this role requires the candidate to work in UK shift timings from 3 PM TO 12 PM IST.
- Support the preparation of monthly forecasts, annual operating plan (AOP), and long-range planning (LRP).
- Perform variance analysis vs plan, forecast, and prior year for revenue, margin, and volume KPIs.
- Consolidate regional results and prepare management presentations.
- Perform Incentive & Profitability Modelling
- Build and maintain detailed Excel/Power BI models for agent-level incentives, corridor profitability, and margin sensitivity.
- Evaluate financial impact of new commission schemes, promotions, or signing bonuses (incremental cost vs incremental revenue
- Perform Strategic Analysis & Business Partnering
- Partner with Country Leaders, Pricing, and Network teams to optimize revenue and cost structure.
- Provide insights on corridor trends, market share, and FX vs non-FX performance.
- Support ad-hoc strategic projects (e.g., pricing reviews, contract renewals, cost optimization).
- Reporting & Data Management
- Develop automated dashboards and visual reports (Power BI / Excel).
- Ensure data accuracy and consistency across financial models and reporting systems.
Role Requirements
- 7+ years of overall experience with 4+ years of relevant experience with FP&A.
- Strong command of Excel (pivot tables, lookups, Index-Match, scenario analysis, data visualization).
- Experience with Power BI, SQL, or other data tools is a plus.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to translate complex data into actionable insights
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
Work Shift
Western Union values in-person collaboration, problem solving, and ideation whenever possible. We believe this fosters common ways of working and supports how we execute initiatives for our customers. The expectation is to work from the office a minimum of three days a week.
BENEFITS AND OTHER DETAILS
Benefits
You will also have access to short-term incentives, multiple health insurance options, accident and life
insurance, and access to best-in-class development platforms, to name a few. Please see the benefits below specific to your country. If applicable, additional role-specific benefits will be mentioned during your interview process or in an offer of employment.
Your India specific benefits include:
- Employees Provident Fund [EPF]
- Gratuity Payment
- Public holidays
- Annual Leave, Sick leave, Compensatory leave, and Maternity / Paternity leave
- Annual Health Checkup
- Hospitalization Insurance Coverage (Mediclaim)
- Group Life Insurance, Group Personal Accident Insurance Coverage, Business Travel Insurance
- Cab Facility
- Relocation Benefit
Other Details
As part of the application process, all applicants are required to take assessments. Western Union has partnered with a 3rd party provider to administer these tests. Applicants will need to provide their name and email address in order to process the assessments. If you have any questions, you may reach out to careers@westernunion.com.
We are passionate about honoring our employee's identity and fostering a feeling of belonging. Our commitment is to provide an inclusive culture that celebrates the unique backgrounds and perspectives of our global teams while reflecting the communities we serve. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, political affiliation, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status. The company will provide accommodation to applicants, including those with disabilities, during the recruitment process, following applicable laws.
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Estimated Job Posting End Date:
04-13-2026
This application window is a good-faith estimate of the time that this posting will remain open. This posting will be promptly updated if the deadline is extended or the role is filled.
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About Western Union
Western Union Company is a global leader in cross-border, cross-currency money movement. Our omnichannel platform connects the digital and physical worlds and makes it possible for consumers and businesses to send and receive money and make payments with speed, ease, and reliability. With our global reach, Western Union moves money for better, connecting family, friends and businesses to enable financial inclusion and support economic growth.
Western Union Listens
We hold employee surveys through our employee engagement tool, Western Union Listens, benchmarking our results against global peers. We use the results to continually improve our culture and workplace, and encourage managers to review, discuss, and take action on survey findings with their teams.
In 2024, the employee participation rate reached 84%.
Western Union Game Changers Global Recognition Program
Recognition is a critical link to performance, inclusion, diverse ideas, and fostering a workplace where our employees connect, show their appreciation, and feel valued. At Western Union, our recognition is about moments that matter.
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