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
- 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