Finance Controller & Business Analyst

iForte Group; Puchong; On-site; MYR 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company based in Puchong, Malaysia, is looking for an experienced financial planning analyst. The role involves preparing budgets, conducting variance analysis, and improving financial processes through automation. Candidates must have a degree in Finance or a related field, along with at least 5 years of experience in financial planning in a corporate environment. Proficiency in SAP and Power BI is essential, alongside strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in financial planning and controlling.
• Strong experience with SAP and financial systems.
• Able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare annual budgets and regular forecasts.
• Perform variance analysis and provide financial commentary.
• Monitor and steer financial KPIs.

Skills

Financial Planning

Variance Analysis

Financial Reporting

Budgeting

Communication

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or Business Informatics

Tools

SAP

Power BI

KNIME

Excel

Job description

Contract duration

12 months

Reporting Line

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Job Purpose

Responsible for financial planning, forecasting, and performance analysis to ensure financial efficiency and profitability. The role supports management decision‑making through variance analysis, financial reporting, and business intelligence (BI) dashboards, while driving automation and process improvements.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare annual budgets and regular forecasts covering revenue, turnover, material costs, discounts, inventory, and scrapping
• Perform variance analysis (actuals vs budget / forecast) and provide clear financial commentary and recommendations
• Monitor and steer financial KPIs within area of responsibility
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting to HQ and management
• Prepare management presentations, financial BI reports, and ad‑hoc analyses
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities
• Develop, maintain, and enhance financial BI dashboards and visualizations
• Drive automation and process improvements in financial data processing and reporting
• Collaborate closely with business stakeholders to support planning, forecasting, and performance reviews
• Coordinate with HQ Controlling, Tax, and Finance teams where required

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or Business Informatics
• Minimum 5 years of experience in financial planning and controlling (corporate environment preferred)
• Strong experience with SAP and financial systems
• Proficiency in Power BI, KNIME, and advanced Excel
• Solid experience in forecasting, budgeting, and deviation analysis
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to present complex financial data clearly to non‑finance stakeholders
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills
• Able to work independently in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment