Finance Executive - Opex Planning

Singtel Group; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Singtel Group in Kuala Lumpur seeks a Finance Executive for Opex Planning. This role involves supporting financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis, while ensuring effective cost management. Candidates should have at least 4 years of experience in financial roles, preferably with Opex planning experience. Proficiency in SAP and financial planning tools is essential. Join this dynamic team and contribute to operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in financial accounting and budgeting.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to manage ambiguity.
• Proficiency in financial planning tools and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Support month-end financial operations and coordinate with stakeholders.
• Prepare Opex reports and month-end review files.
• Facilitate budget transfer requests and maintain Opex data.
• Coordinate AOP and forecasting activities with stakeholders.

Skills

Financial accounting

Budgeting

Financial analysis

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Degree in Business, Commerce, Finance

Recognized professional accounting qualification

Tools

SAP

BPC

Tagetik

Job description

Say HELLO to BIG Possibilities with Singtel KL (Sudong MY Sdn Bhd)

Singtel is Asia's leading communications technology group, our presence spans across 21 countries in Asia, Australia, and Africa. We thrive on innovation, digital transformation, and harnessing next-generation technology to create a more sustainable and digital future. Now, we are bringing this energy to Kuala Lumpur with the launch of our brand-new Shared Services Centre.

Finance Executive - Opex Planning

Supports budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and reporting activities to ensure effective cost management and financial governance across the business. The role partners closely with stakeholders to monitor expenditure trends, validate financial data, identify variances, and support continuous process improvements that strengthen operational and financial performance.

Make an Impact

• Support pre month-end financial operations by coordinating with business and commercial stakeholders on reporting updates, process changes, and issue resolution
• Review financial transactions and prepare journals for posting while ensuring accuracy and alignment with month-end reporting requirements
• Prepare month-end review files, Opex reports, and BPR reporting packs for business and finance stakeholders
• Coordinate Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and forecasting activities including FTE/Opex planning, stakeholder reviews, and planning system updates
• Facilitate budget transfer requests and maintain Opex master data changes to support financial governance and operational continuity
• Support audit, annual reporting, and headquarters finance operations by providing timely and accurate financial information to Finance Controllers and business teams

Skills for Success

• Degree in Business, Commerce, Finance, or a related discipline, or a recognized professional accounting qualification
• At least 4 years of experience in financial accounting, budgeting, and financial analysis within a corporate environment, with exposure to Opex planning being advantageous
• Ability to collaborate effectively across business and finance stakeholders while driving process and system improvement
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision‑making skills with the ability to work independently, manage ambiguity, and deliver under tight timelines and changing business needs
• Proficiency in SAP and financial planning tools, with experience in budgeting, forecasting, and planning environments such as BPC or Tagetik being advantageous

Good to Have

• Ability to support Opex planning and budgeting activities within large corporate environments
• Ability to adapt to changing business priorities and operate effectively in dynamic environments
• Exposure to financial forecasting, variance analysis, and business performance reporting
• Experience with financial planning and reporting systems such as SAP, BPC, or Tagetik

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