Brady Corporation Asia Pte Ltd Hiring! Full Time Senior Analyst, FP-A in Pulau Pinang - Ricebowl

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Forecasting

• Lead the preparation of the annual budget, quarterly forecasts, and long-range plans for SEA zone in collaboration with various department heads
• Analyse historical performance and market trends to develop accurate financial projections

Performance Analysis & Reporting

• Prepare and deliver comprehensive monthly/quarterly financial reports and variance analysis (actual vs. budget/forecast)
• Identify key performance indicators (KPIs) and track zone operational and financial performance
• Present financial results, key trends, and risks/opportunities to zone level management

Business Partnering

• Serve as a key financial partner to zone commercial, operational, and functional leaders
• Provide financial modelling and analysis to support strategic initiatives, investment decisions (e.g., CapEx), and cost management programs

Process Improvement & Systems

• Drive continuous improvement in the FP&A process, focusing on efficiency, accuracy, and timely delivery of insights
• Maintain and enhance financial planning models and reporting tools (e.g., SAP, Onestream, Qlikview, etc.)
• Act as superuser of Financial reporting/Planning systems to provide technical support to local teams; provide trainings when needed
• Support Asia FP&A on regional initiatives

Ad-Hoc Analysis

• Conduct deep-dive financial analysis on an as-needed basis to support executive decision-making

Requisite Criteria

• Degree or equivalent professional qualification in Accountancy
• 7 - 8 years of experience in MNC Manufacturing companies; US based company is preferred
• 2 - 3 years of progressive experience in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Business Analysis regional exposure is preferred
• Strong knowledge of financial statement analysis, cost and expense analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting
• Highly proficient with Microsoft Excel
• Knowledge of SAP, Hyperion, One Stream, Power BI

Skills

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Detail-oriented and results-driven with a high standard for accuracy and quality of numbers
• Excellent communication and presentation skills to clearly explain financial recommendations and trends to leadership and clients
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple responsibilities, and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Positive attitude and can work under pressure
• Quick learner and proactively taking actions to improve