Hong Leong Manufacturing Management Co. - 199301021069 (275807-T) Hiring! Full Time Financial Planning and Analysis Manager in Federal Territory - Ricebowl

The Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager will lead the financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis processes for the manufacturing division. The role supports strategic decision-making by providing financial insights, operational analysis, and management reporting to senior leadership within Hong Leong Manufacturing Group.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Planning & Budgeting

• Lead the annual budgeting and strategic planning process across manufacturing business units.
• Develop rolling forecasts, financial models, and long-term financial plans.
• Coordinate budget submissions from departments and ensure alignment with corporate strategy.

Financial Analysis & Reporting

• Prepare monthly management reports, variance analysis, and performance dashboards.
• Analyse production costs, margins, and operational KPIs to identify improvement opportunities.
• Provide insights on cost efficiency, productivity, and profitability.

Business Partnering

• Work closely with operations, supply chain, procurement, and plant management to support business decisions.
• Evaluate capital expenditures (CAPEX), new projects, and investment proposals.
• Support management with scenario modelling and financial impact analysis.

Cost & Operational Analysis

• Monitor manufacturing costs, inventory levels, and overhead allocations.
• Analyse standard vs actual cost variances and recommend corrective actions.
• Support cost optimisation initiatives across production and operations.

Management Reporting

• Deliver timely and accurate financial reports to senior management and group finance.
• Present financial results and business insights in management meetings.
• Ensure consistency with group reporting policies and timelines.

Qualifications & Experience

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
• Professional certification preferred (e.g., ACCA, CPA, CIMA, CFA)

Experience

• 5–12 years of finance experience, with at least 3–5 years in FP&A
• Experience in manufacturing, industrial, or FMCG sectors preferred
• Strong background in financial modelling, budgeting, and business analysis

Skills & Competencies

• Strong financial modelling and analytical skills
• Understanding of manufacturing cost structures and operational drivers
• Advanced Excel and financial reporting tools
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar)
• Excellent stakeholder management and business partnering skills
• Strong communication and presentation abilities

Skills & Competencies:

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Commitment to safety, environmental compliance, and continuous improvement.
• Strong project management skills, including project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and risk management.