Finance Analyst – Business Process & Financial Operations

Finance Analyst – Business Process & Financial Operations (HFM CoE)

It’s an exciting time to join Keysight’s largest business segment, the Communications Solutions Group (CSG). We are seeking a highly motivated Finance Analyst – Business Process & Financial Operations (HFM CoE) to support a dynamic R&D and business environment.

This role reports to the CSG Finance leadership and partners closely with Finance, HR, Procurement, and Engineering teams to drive financial planning, operational excellence, and data‑driven decision‑making. The ideal candidate combines strong analytical capabilities with the ability to translate complex data into actionable business insights.

• Support month‑end close, forecasting, budgeting, and long‑range planning processes
• Perform financial consolidation and analysis across CSG groups, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial policies and controls
• Deliver variance analysis and proactively identify risks and opportunities
• Provide clear, concise financial insights and recommendations to support leadership decision‑making

• Develop and maintain headcount and workforce forecasts in partnership with HR and business leaders
• Track workforce movements, organizational changes, and cost impacts
• Provide visibility into capacity planning and resource allocation

• Support capital planning cycles, including submissions, approvals, tracking, and reporting
• Perform financial analysis on R&D and investment projects (e.g., ROI, NPV, gross margin)
• Partner with project teams to monitor spend, allocations, and financial performance

• Develop, maintain, and enhance financial reports, dashboards, and decision‑support tools
• Improve data visibility and accessibility for stakeholders
• Maintain deal and go‑to‑market tools that support business initiatives

• Identify inefficiencies and drive process improvements across financial operations
• Support implementation of new tools, workflows, and standardized processes
• Provide consulting support to business teams on process and operational improvements

• Apply advanced data analysis techniques to support forecasting and reporting
• Leverage BI tools and explore AI/automation solutions to improve efficiency and insights
• Support adoption of new technologies and continuous improvement initiatives

• Partner with Finance, HR, Procurement, Engineering, and product teams
• Ensure alignment on assumptions, forecasts, and reporting across stakeholders
• Communicate insights effectively to influence business outcomes

• Support onboarding and training on financial systems, tools, and processes
• Maintain documentation and promote best practices across the organization

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related quantitative field
• 5–8 years of experience in financial planning, business operations, or related roles
• MBA or equivalent experience preferred

• Strong analytical and financial modeling skills
• Ability to analyze large datasets and synthesize insights into actionable recommendations
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with enterprise systems (e.g., Oracle, One Stream, BI tools)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage complex financial data
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with ability to influence cross‑functional teams
• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Continuous improvement mindset with exposure to automation or AI tools preferred

The level of role will be based on applicable experience, education and skills;
Most offers will be between the minimum and the midpoint of the Salary Range listed below.

California Pay Range MIN $88,340.00 MIDPOINT $ MAX $

Note:

For other locations, pay ranges will vary by region

US Employees may be eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical, dental and vision
• Health Savings Account
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life, Accident, Disability insurance
• Business Travel Accident and Business Travel Health
• 401(k) Plan
• Flexible Time Off, Paid Holidays
• Paid Family Leave
• Discounts, Perks
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)

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