Senior Global Financial Analyst
- Full Time, onsite
- Shiji Malaysia Sdn Bhd
- Kuala Lumpur Financial Accounting & Reporting (Accounting) Full time Add expected salary to your profile for insights, Malaysia
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Financial Reporting & Analysis:
- Prepare timely financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, with an emphasis on SaaS-specific metrics such as ARR, MRR, churn rate.
- Conduct variance analysis between actuals, forecasts, and budgets, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities.
- Develop and maintain financial models to support business decision-making and strategic planning.
Budgeting & Forecasting:
- Oversee and drive the annual budgeting for both the Operations and R&D departments, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
- Forecast financial performance, focusing on future revenue growth, R&D costs, and product development timelines.
- Monitor variances between actuals and forecast, provide insightful analysis and commentary on financial performance, highlighting areas for improvement.
Cost Control & Efficiency:
- Analyse financial data to identify cost-saving opportunities and operational efficiencies.
- Support the implementation of financial controls and processes to ensure compliance with company policies and regulations.
Cash Flow Management:
- Oversee cash flow management, ensuring liquidity and appropriate funding levels for operations and and long-term investment (R&D).
- Develop strategies for optimizing working capital and minimizing financial risks.
Business Partnering:
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business growth, providing financial insights and recommendations.
- Partner with department heads to align financial goals with company strategy.
Financial Systems & Process Improvement:
- Work with various finance teams globally to optimize financial systems and reporting tools, driving automation and efficiency.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement within the finance department and across the organization.
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; MBA, CPA, or CFA preferred.
- 5+ years of experience in financial analysis, controlling, or accounting, ideally within a SaaS, technology, or R&D-driven organization.
- Knowledge of financial reporting standards (IFRS) and regulations.
- Understanding of SaaS metrics and revenue recognition standards.
- Experience working with R&D teams to manage costs, forecast product development, and assess ROI on innovation projects.
- Advanced proficiency in financial analysis and budgeting, with experience using tools like Excel, Power BI, or SaaS-specific software.
- Proficient with ERP and financial systems (Microsoft NAV would be a plus) and CRM systems.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to present complex financial information to non-finance stakeholders (English is a must).
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience in managing or overseeing a small team is a plus.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- An opportunity to work in a dynamic technology, high-growth SaaS company.
- Cross-functional collaboration with various Finance, Operations and R&D teams.
- A flexible and innovative work environment with opportunities for career development.
- A modern workplace in one of our multinational offices
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