General Overview
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Financial Analyst to join our finance team. As an Analyst, you will be
responsible for a full spectrum of the Financial Planning & Analysis role including budgeting, forecasting, management reporting, and analysis.
Roles and Responsibilities
The candidate shall be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:
Financial Planning & Analysis
- Data-mine and analyse monthly financial results against budget/forecast, establish trends, identify and analyse cost drivers, work with the business groups to understand and provide variance commentary
- Preparation of management reports (financial analysis and business reports) for Management, Board and Shareholders, and other internal stakeholders
- Business partnering role for cost management and other finance related matters
- Engage and influence cross-functional stakeholders
Budgeting & Forecasting
- Develop budgets and forecasts.
- Hands-on interfacing with Business Groups to establish assumptions and justifications.
- Analyse and review reasonableness of budget and forecasts submissions, consolidation and preparation of reports and presentations for review and approval
Others
- The candidate shall also participate in special projects and oversee other responsibilities as directed by the reporting manager from time to time
Work Experience
- At least 5 years of working experience with minimum 3 years in financial analyst / management reporting in a large organisation
- Experience in high-end ERP system is required (SAP S4 Hana preferred)
- Candidates from oil and gas industry or other complex utility infrastructure will be considered favourably
Education Requirements
- Degree in Accountancy / ACCA / CPA or equivalent.
Performance Criteria
- Analytical, quick-thinking, resourceful, and independent.
- Process oriented, with strong data-mining skills and a sharp eye for details. Able to deep dive into the data and be inquisitive and ask questions to fully understand the information.
- Advanced working knowledge of MS Office applications, particularly MS Excel and Powerpoint.
- Manages relationships with Business Owners at the working level well with clear and strong communication abilities.
