Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

Bell Ward Malaysia; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Bell Ward Malaysia is seeking an experienced Financial Planning and Analysis Manager to lead FP&A activities in a consumer-focused environment. The role involves collaborating with Commercial, Operations and department heads to translate activities into financial insights, manage budgeting and forecasting, and deliver robust analyses.

Proficiency in Excel, accounting software, and AI-enabled tools is required to automate reporting and improve forecasting accuracy, with a strong commercial acumen

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance & Accounting or related field.
• 5 years of experience in commercial finance, business analysis, or FP&A.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel alongside hands-on experience with accounting software.
• Strong commercial acumen and problem-solving abilities, paired with excellent communication skills to build cross-functional partnerships.
• Proficiency in leveraging AI tools and modern technologies to drive process automation, data interpretation, and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with Commercial, Operations, and department heads to translate business activities into actionable financial insights, cost-efficiency recommendations, and profitable decision-making.
• Analyze financial and operational performance including budget and forecast variances against actuals to pinpoint key drivers, risks, opportunities, and areas for continuous improvement.
• Deliver robust financial analysis, scenario modeling, and ad-hoc support to guide strategic and operational initiatives.
• Drive the annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and strategic planning processes by establishing assumptions, performing analysis, and preparing management presentations.
• Produce comprehensive monthly management reports featuring clear, insightful commentary on performance trends, business drivers, risks, and opportunities.
• Leverage data, digital platforms, and AI-enabled tools to automate reporting, enhance forecasting accuracy, and continuously streamline finance processes.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting & forecasting

Cross-functional collaboration

AI tools

Data interpretation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance & Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

AI tools

Job description

Our client in the Consumer industry is looking for an experienced Financial Planning and Analysis Manager to join their team!

Key responsibilities:

• Collaborate closely with Commercial, Operations, and department heads to translate business activities into actionable financial insights, cost-efficiency recommendations, and profitable decision-making.
• Analyze financial and operational performance including budget and forecast variances against actuals to pinpoint key drivers, risks, opportunities, and areas for continuous improvement.
• Deliver robust financial analysis, scenario modeling, and ad-hoc support to guide strategic and operational initiatives.
• Drive the annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and strategic planning processes by establishing assumptions, performing analysis, and preparing management presentations.
• Produce comprehensive monthly management reports featuring clear, insightful commentary on performance trends, business drivers, risks, and opportunities.
• Leverage data, digital platforms, and AI-enabled tools to automate reporting, enhance forecasting accuracy, and continuously streamline finance processes.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance & Accounting or related field
• 5 years of experience in commercial finance, business analysis, or FP&A, ideally within Consumer sector.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel alongside hands-on experience with accounting software.
• Strong commercial acumen and problem-solving abilities, paired with excellent communication skills to build cross-functional partnerships.
• A self-driven approach featuring proficiency in leveraging AI tools and modern technologies to drive process automation, data interpretation, and efficiency.

We thank you for applying with us in advance but ONLY shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Company Registration No. : 1080098-P (JTK License No : JTKSM 427)