Financial Planning and Analysis Manager (FP&A) – APAC experience is compulsory

About the Client:

A growing company (HQ based in Puchong) with more than 20 subsidiaries around APAC and European regions –  with multiple business sectors including automotive, food & beverage, beauty & health care, manufacturing etc. 

Position Overview:

In this Financial Planning and Analysis Manager role, you will play a crucial role in supporting the financial planning, forecasting, budgeting and analysis functions for the Group. This role is critical in providing accurate financial insights and supporting the company’s financial objectives. We are seeking for someone who is highly engaging and able to work collaboratively with all Business Units (BUs) to drive performance and support the Group’s growth initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the development and execution of financial planning processes, including annual budgets, long-term strategic plans and rolling forecasts.
• Analyse financial data to develop accurate forecasts and projections, identifying trends, risks and opportunities that could impact the company’s performance.
• Provide strategic financial insights and recommendations to the top management.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports, analysing key performance metrics, variances and trends.
• Develop and maintain financial models to support decision-making, scenario analysis and investment evaluations.
• Assist in presenting financial performance and analysis findings to senior management and stakeholders, highlighting key insights and opportunities for improvement.
• Prepare and distribute regular financial reports, ensuring clarity and accuracy.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align financial goals with business objectives.
• Provide financial support and guidance to all Business Units (BUs) and seek to understand and manage their budgets effectively.
• Work closely with the top management to evaluate strategic initiatives and investments, conducting financial due diligence and analysis.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and systems, ensuring efficiency and accuracy in financial reporting.
• Implement best practices and continuously seek ways to optimize the FP&A function.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountant) or CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or equivalent.
• Big 4 experience is mandatory.
• Solid hands on experience in financial planning and analysis (FP&A) or related financial analysis roles.
• Must be able to communicate in Mandarin (Conversational is good enough).
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and translate it into actionable insights.
• Proficiency in financial modelling, Excel and financial planning software.
• Detail-oriented with a strong understanding of financial principles, budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to collaborate and engage effectively with cross-functional teams.

Salary Range: RM 15,000 – RM 25,000.

Benefits: Annual leave 20 days, fixed allowances, hospitalisation and outpatient benefits.

Questions to applicants:

• This role is based in Puchong. Are you willing to commute daily to Puchong for work?
• This is an individual contributor role, are you ok with it?
• Are you a member of any Professional Association? Ie: MICPA, MIA, ACCA, CPA etc
• How many years’ experience do you have with forecasting for businesses?
• Have you worked in a role which requires experience with financial analysis and modelling?

Please be informed that only shortlisted candidate will be notified.

For more information, you may reach out to Sunny via Whatsapp at +6012 5164406 or via email at sunny.khoo@peoplelake.asia