FP&A Analyst

EmergencyMD; Malacca City; On-site; MYR 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in finance and analytics is looking for an FP&A Analyst in Malaysia. The ideal candidate should be fluent in English and Mandarin, with a Bachelor's degree and strong analytical skills. Key responsibilities include financial forecasting, variance analysis, and providing insights to senior management. The role demands effective communication and the ability to work with cross-functional teams, along with 30% to 50% travel required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient Excel skills.
• Fluent in English and Mandarin.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain financial models for budgeting and forecasts.
• Analyze actuals vs. forecasts to identify performance drivers.
• Provide financial insights to senior leadership.
• Create reports translating complex financial data.
• Analyze financial and operational data for optimization.
• Assess industry trends and benchmark competitors.
• Identify opportunities to enhance financial processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Team collaboration

Fluency in Mandarin

Fluency in English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field

Job description

Overview

Location: Can be in Malaysia or Singapore

Reports To: FP&A Director, APAC & EU

Employment Type: Full-Time

Dynacast LLC is a global leader in precision die-casting of zinc, aluminum, and magnesium alloys, serving industries like automotive, medical, and consumer electronics with 29 manufacturing locations across 19 countries. The FP&A Analyst plays a critical role in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and strategic decision-making. This position involves analyzing financial data, preparing reports, and providing insights to senior management to drive business performance. Please note, this position is located in Malaysia. Looking for local candidates only. Must be fluent in Mandarin and English.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Forecasting & Budgeting: Build and maintain dynamic financial models to support annual budgets, rolling forecasts, and strategic business plans.
• Variance Analysis: Compare actuals vs. forecasts to identify performance drivers, risks, and opportunities.
• Strategic Decision Support: Provide financial insights to senior leadership to guide business decisions.
• Financial Reporting: Create impactful reports and visuals that translate complex financial data into digestible insights.
• Data Analysis: Analyze financial and operational data to optimize business outcomes.
• Market & Competitor Analysis: Assess industry trends and benchmark competitors to inform strategic positioning.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to enhance financial processes and reporting efficiency.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient Excel skills
• Fluent in English and Mandarin is key
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
• 30% to 50% travel time