Assistant Manager - Business Finance

AEON Co. (M) Bhd.; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

AEON Co. (M) Bhd. is seeking a senior FP&A professional to conduct detailed financial analyses, manage budgeting and forecasting cycles, and provide strategic financial insights.

The role requires collaborating with stakeholders, developing reporting packs, and ensuring cost efficiencies across the business. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Finance/Accounting (or equivalent), a professional certificate, and over 6 years of FP&A experience, with SAP and BI tools knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting or equivalent is required.
• Professional Certificate is a plus.
• At least 6 years of FP&A experience in audit or corporate finance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed financial analysis for actual, budget and forecast to understand variances.
• Collate reporting packs and decks for management.
• Improve processes and systems to achieve cost efficiencies and optimise work processes.
• Perform weekly forecast and track business performance; identify risks and opportunities.
• Develop understanding of the business and support stakeholders in decisions.
• Review operating expenditure requests to ensure alignment with budget.

Skills

Financial modelling

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting

Professional Certificate

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Power Query

Job description

Conduct detailed financial analysis for actual, budget and forecast to understand the variances. Highlight to management on potential areas/issues that may hinder the Company from achieving its objectives.

Collate relevant financial and operational statistics and prepare the reporting packs and decks

Continuously improve existing processes and systems to achieve cost efficiencies and optimise work processes.

2 Forecasting and Budgeting

Perform weekly forecast and track business performance by identifying potential risks and opportunities in achieving the targets

Plan the developments of annual budgets, ensure approved budget numbers are reflected in SAP for execution and monitoring

Perform what-if analysis and various business simulations to understand the financial impact of each new initiatives/projects

3 Business Partner

Develop an in-depth understanding of the business operations and support stakeholders in business decisions

Provide financial insights to support strategic initiatives and business growth.

Review Requisition and Proposal from business on operating expenditure, ensure that spending is within budget

Job Requirement

Candidate must process at least a Bachelor's Degree in Finance/Accounting or equivalent and Professional Certificate

At least 6 years) of working experience in Big 4 audit firm or commercial environment in financial planning and analysis area

Knowledge of SAP, data modelling (powerbi, power query) would be an added advantage

Demonstate strong financial and analytical skills.

Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

Fashion Retail & Department Stores More than 10,000 employees

Committed to Customer Satisfaction

AEON Malaysia is a leading retail company offering a wide variety of products and services. Our stores provide groceries, home goods like electronics, furniture, and bedding, as well as fashion items. We also offer services such as credit and loyalty programs, financial services, and online shopping.

With over 30 locations across Malaysia, AEON is dedicated to ensuring customer happiness and satisfaction. We focus on creating a friendly and welcoming shopping environment, supported by knowledgeable staff who are ready to assist with any needs.

As a pioneer in the Malaysian retail industry, AEON plays a significant role in shaping shopping experiences

Committed to Customer Satisfaction

AEON Malaysia is a leading retail company offering a wide variety of products and services. Our stores provide groceries, home goods like electronics, furniture, and bedding, as well as fashion items. We also offer services such as credit and loyalty programs, financial services, and online shopping.

With over 30 locations across Malaysia, AEON is dedicated to ensuring customer happiness and satisfaction. We focus on creating a friendly and welcoming shopping environment, supported by knowledgeable staff who are ready to assist with any needs.

As a pioneer in the Malaysian retail industry, AEON plays a significant role in shaping shopping experiences