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Assistant Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis (Commercial)

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Position Summary

The Assistant Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis (Commercial) is responsible for leading financial planning, forecasting, reporting, analysis, costing & internal control processes. This role involves collaborating with various departments to deliver actionable insights that facilitate strategic decision-making, enhance financial performance, and ensure alignment with organizational/business goals.

Working Location: Vinda SEA HQ (Bandar Bukit Raja, Klang, next to Setia Alam)

You will play an essential role to:

1)Financial Planning

  • Develop and manage the annual budgeting process, aligning with organizational goals.
  • Prepare long-term financial forecasts to support strategic planning.
  • Collaborate with commercial team and commercials heads to gather budget inputs updates.

2)Financial Analysis & Measurement

  • Conduct variance analysis to compare actual performance against budgets and forecasts.
  • Perform financial analysis/modelling to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for cost optimization and revenue growth.
  • Provide actionable insights and recommendations based on financial analysis.
  • Support the calculation of feasibility studies for commercial initiatives, including marketing and sales promotions, pricing reviews, new products/product upgrades, and transportation models (impact on logistics costs).
  • Collaborate with the commercial team on post-event evaluations to assess promotion efficiency and profitability.
  • Continuously seek improvements in business processes to enhance promotion effectiveness and maximize profitability.

3)Reporting

  • Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to management and stakeholders.
  • Ensure rebate and A&P accruals settlements and review pricing strategies with commercial team and commercial heads.
  • Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor financial health and operational efficiency.
  • Ensure accurate and timely reporting of financial performance to all stakeholders.

4)Collaboration

  • Work closely with cross-functional teams to understand business drivers and incorporate insights into financial models.
  • Provide financial support and guidance to business units for strategic decision-making.
  • Foster a culture of financial accountability across the organization.

5)Continuous Improvement

  • Identify and implement process improvements.
  • Adopt best practices in financial modeling and analysis.
  • Stay informed about industry trends and regulatory changes impacting financial position of organization.
  • Implement management reporting guidelines, instructions, and content according to group reporting guidelines, policies, and standards.

6)Internal controls

  • Develop and implement internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure the accuracy of its financial records.

7)Ad hoc projects and initiatives

  • Support various projects and M&A activities, providing follow-up and financial insights.

To be successful in this role, you will need to have:

  • Degree in Accounting/Finance or any relevant discipline
  • At least 5 years working experience in FMCG, MNC or any similar industries
  • Independent Decision-Making: Ability to handle high-pressure situations and make critical decisions autonomously
  • Excel Proficiency: Proficient in Excel for financial modeling and data analysis, with experience in data analytics tools for financial insights
  • Attention to Detail: Strong focus on accuracy in financial reporting and analysis
  • Business partnering experience is preferred
  • Experience in Oracle/SAP systems are preferred
  • Experience of working with multi-cultural teams across APAC
  • Professional certification in ACCA / CIMA / ICAEW / CPA