Financial Planning & Analysis Team Lead

Ingredion; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global ingredient solutions provider is seeking a Financial Planning & Analysis Team Lead in Kuala Lumpur. In this hybrid role, you will oversee financial strategy and performance analysis while collaborating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and 5-10 years of experience in a related field. Enjoy competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and flexible work arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive salary and performance-based pay

Comprehensive benefits and wellness support

Flexible work arrangements

Career growth opportunities

Employee recognition program

Convenient office location

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-10 years of experience in FP&A, preferably in FMCG, ingredients, or manufacturing environments.
• Advance knowledge of financial performance analysis and forecasting.
• English fluency, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the financial performance of PureCircle.
• Support annual budget and long-range planning processes.
• Deliver monthly performance dashboards with variance analysis.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Advanced modeling and analytics skills (Excel, SAP)

Business partnering

Interpersonal influence

Education

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

Qualified professional paper (CPA/CIMA/ACCA preferred)

Tools

Power BI

SAP

Excel

Job description

About Ingredion

Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, you’ve experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet’s food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you’re just starting your career or bringing years of experience, there's a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create.

Location: Kl Eco City & Bandar Enstek

Workplace type: Hybrid

As a Financial Planning & Analysis Team Lead, you will oversee the financial performance of PureCircle. This role is responsible for driving financial strategy, cost control, and performance analysis and working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial planning and operational efficiency.

What you will do

Financial Planning & Forecasting

• Support & coordinate annual budget, quarterly forecasts, and long-range planning processes.
• Develop, review, and challenge assumptions across revenue, cost of goods sold, SG&A, and CAPEX to ensure accuracy and alignment with strategic objectives.
• Collaborate with business unit leaders and commercial teams to understand volume, pricing, and margin dynamics.

Financial Reporting & Performance Analysis

• Deliver monthly performance dashboards with detailed variance analysis (actual vs forecast, YoY, etc.).
• Monitor key KPIs across business units, identifying trends and recommending corrective actions.
• Support operational finance in tracking manufacturing performance, yield, wastage, and cost efficiency metrics.
• Intercompany Pricing (ICP) scenario to ensure optimal ICP margins & NCPM margin compliance and analytics on cost-selling price
• Regional and product line profitability analytics and reporting
• Consolidate financial performance and business results during Latest Estimates (LE), Quarterly Business Review (QBR), monthly financial performance review, to provide accurate and reliable forecast and commentary in order to facilitate the achievement of business goals and targets.

Strategic Business Partnering

• Provide financial scenario modelling for new business proposals, customer contracts, pricing strategies, product launches, and market expansion.
• Partner with supply chain, R&D, commercial, and marketing to evaluate ROI on key strategic imperatives (e.g. product innovation, sustainability investments, automation, cost transformation).

Decision Support & Project Involvement

• Conduct business case evaluations and investment appraisals, ensuring alignment with group hurdle rates and IRR targets.
• Support cross-functional project teams on strategic initiatives including:
• Stevia product cost optimization
• Integrated business planning (IBP)
• Operational excellence and SG&A productivity
• Sustainability cost-benefit trade-offs

Management Reporting & Stakeholder Communication

• Ensure timely and accurate submissions to Ingredion HQ and group consolidation teams.
• Manage and improve internal FP&A systems and dashboards (e.g. Power BI, SAP, BPC, CFIN, Salesforce.com, Concur, etc.).
• Work with regional and corporate FP&A teams to align reporting standards, timelines, and financial modelling best practices.

What you will bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Qualified professional paper (CPA/CIMA/ACCA preferred).
• Minimum 5-10 years of experience in FP&A, preferably in FMCG, ingredients, or manufacturing environments.
• Advanced modelling and analytics skills (Excel, SAP), optional BPC and Power BI.
• English fluency, both written and spoken.

Who you are

• Analytical & Strategic mindset with strong attention to details
• Highly organized and reliable with a strong sense of integrity
• Strong business acumen and proactive problem-solving approach.
• Business partnering and interpersonal influence.
• Ability to synthesize complex data into clear insights and actions.

Why Join Ingredion?

Discover why Ingredion is the ideal place to advance your career with our exceptional rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive. Create the future with us and enjoy:

• Total Rewards Package – Competitive salary and performance-based pay recognizing your contributions to our success
• Comprehensive Benefits & Wellness Support – Health, long-term savings, and resources for your physical, mental, and emotional well-being
• Flexible Work Arrangements – We value flexibility to support you both professionally and personally
• Career Growth – Learning, training, and development opportunities.
• Employee Recognition Program – A culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globally
• Employee Referral Program – Refer top talent and earn a bonus if they’re hired
• KL Office - Convenient Location: Office next to an LRT station and mall for easy commuting and errands.