Assistant Manager, Business Planning & Analytics

Affin Bank Berhad; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

AFFIN Bank Berhad is seeking a Finance Manager within the Group Corporate Banking division to oversee financial management, develop strategies, and analyze financial data for senior leadership in Kuala Lumpur.

The role emphasizes strong analytical skills, problem-solving ability, and a proactive attitude to deliver high-quality financial content to executives and cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work independently with high degree of commitment and integrity.
• Be proactive and comprehensive in delivering content to senior internal stakeholders.
• Proficiency in financial software and tools.

Responsibilities

• Business Performance Reporting: Prepare and analyze comprehensive business performance reports, providing insights and recommendations to senior management.
• Pipeline Management: Oversee and manage the deal pipeline, ensuring accurate forecasting and tracking of financial metrics.
• Operating Expenditure Monitoring: Monitor and control operating expenditures, ensuring alignment with budgetary constraints and financial goals.
• Financial Analysis: Conduct detailed financial analysis to support strategic decision-making and business planning.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with various departments to gather necessary data and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Compliance and Risk Management: Ensure all financial activities comply with regulatory requirements and internal policies, identifying and mitigating financial risks.
• Coaching: Provide coaching and support to the team and collaborate with other departments to achieve financial goals.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Integrity

Proactive delivery

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

Tools

Financial software

Job description

Create the future with Affin! You too can make a difference. We continuously innovate to transform our financial services landscape - making banking better and easier. Join us at AFFIN, where the open minds meet and be inspired by a shared commitment to great work. You too can make a difference.

Job Purpose

The role is responsible to manage and oversee financial management within the Group Corporate Banking division. This includes developing financial strategies, analyzing financial data, and management of deal pipelines. The position requires strong analytical skills, exceptional problem-solving abilities, and a thorough understanding of financial management principles.

Job Responsibilities

• Business Performance Reporting: Prepare and analyze comprehensive business performance reports, providing insights and recommendations to senior management.
• Pipeline Management: Oversee and manage the deal pipeline, ensuring accurate forecasting and tracking of financial metrics.
• Operating Expenditure Monitoring: Monitor and control operating expenditures, ensuring alignment with budgetary constraints and financial goals.
• Financial Analysis: Conduct detailed financial analysis to support strategic decision-making and business planning.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with various departments to gather necessary data and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Compliance and Risk Management: Ensure all financial activities comply with regulatory requirements and internal policies, identifying and mitigating financial risks.
• Coaching: Provide coaching and support to the team and collaborate with other departments to achieve financial goals.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• Proven experience in a similar role within corporate banking or financial services.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work independently with high degree of commitment and integrity.
• Be proactive and comprehensive in delivering content to senior internal stakeholders.
• Proficiency in financial software and tools.

People are the heart of AFFIN BANK. We have a positive and supportive environment where we celebrate people’s personal growth and encourage them to be the best versions of themselves, both in the workplace and in their community. Join AFFIN as we evolve to become a financial institution of the future, embracing innovation and technology to deliver unrivaled customer service. We're looking for colleagues who share our values and are ready to live them every day. Explore the exciting opportunities and make a real impact on the future of finance. Come be a part of our journey today! "Always About You" At AFFIN, we strive to always connect and engage with our customers, to understand their changing needs and aspirations better. It represents our passion and commitment to the community we operate in, enabling us to quickly respond to changes and provide a personalised experience. At AFFIN, our people are aligned to our values of customer centricity, creativity and value creation. Our tagline “Always about you”, was crafted to drive loyalty and build our reputation as a creative and innovative financial organisation. Our people are at the heart of what we do and remain the focus of our customer centric culture. It’s about the initiatives we take in understanding and prioritising our stakeholders; our customers, employees and shareholders. As we venture through this metamorphosis journey, we are aware of their ever-changing needs and are embracing the new ways of this digital dimension. We put our hearts and minds into everything we do, to ensure that everyone we touch, receives unrivalled customer service.