FP&A Inventory Analyst

VAT Vakuumventile AG; Batu Kawan; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading vacuum technology firm in Batu Kawan, Malaysia seeks a finance professional for the role of FP&A Analyst. This position involves developing financial models, analyzing business performance, and preparing management reports. Ideal candidates will possess a bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting, along with 3–6 years of relevant experience, preferably in a manufacturing or supply chain setting. Strong Excel skills and the ability to communicate effectively are essential. The company values diversity and offers career development opportunities.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Equal pay recognition

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of experience in FP&A or cost accounting is preferable.
• Solid understanding of GAAP and variance analysis.
• Ability to handle strategic planning and operational analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain financial models and annual budgets.
• Analyze business performance and identify key drivers.
• Prepare monthly management reports and financial presentations.

Skills

Financial forecasting

Cost analysis

Analytical thinking

Excel and financial modeling

Communication across departments

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Innovation, Efficiency and Ambition

this is what VAT has stood for over 50 years.

With this passion, VAT has grown to become the leading international developer, manufacturer and supplier of high-performance high-end vacuum valves and vacuum sealing technology, employing over 2000 people worldwide. The headquarters are located in Haag (Switzerland), the production centers in Switzerland, Malaysia, Romania and Taiwan.

This position supports both high-level financial forecasting and reporting, as well as the operational oversight of standard costing processes, including cost analysis, variance tracking, and inventory valuation. The role is ideal for a finance professional who can move seamlessly between data-driven strategic planning and hands-on cost analysis in a manufacturing or supply chain-focused environment.

Your responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Develop and maintain financial models, forecasts, and annual budgets.
• Analyze business performance, identifying trends, variances, and key drivers.
• Support strategic decision‑making with scenario modeling, profitability analysis, and long‑range planning.
• Prepare monthly management reports, dashboards, and financial presentations for leadership.
• Collaborate with business units to drive performance improvements through financial insights.
• Maintain and update standard costs for materials, labor, and overhead in ERP systems.
• Analyze manufacturing variances (price, usage, labor efficiency, overhead) and report root causes.
• Assist with monthly close processes including COGS, inventory valuation, and gross margin analysis.
• Ensure accuracy of BOMs, routings, and cost structures in coordination with operations and engineering

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; CPA/CMA a plus.
• 3–6 years of experience in FP&A, cost accounting, or a related role—ideally in a manufacturing or supply chain environment.
• Strong Excel and financial modeling skills; experience with ERP systems
• Solid understanding of GAAP, standard costing, and variance analysis.
• Analytical thinker with strong attention to detail and the ability to communicate clearly across departments.
• Comfortable handling both strategic planning and detailed operational analysis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with inventory and cost management in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to interpret large data sets and synthesize into actionable insights.
• Strong cross‑functional collaboration skills, particularly with operations, supply chain, and accounting teams.

VAT is an equal opportunity employer. We see ourselves as a responsible and far‑sighted employer that offers not only jobs, but also career and personal development opportunities through various training programs. We recognize the value of employee diversity and provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified application that contributes to innovation, improves customer orientation and employee satisfaction. One‑step in this direction is to ensure that people are recognized and fairly compensated for their contributions to the company. In 2021, VAT received the Fair‑ON‑Pay+ certificate as an acknowledgement for our commitment in ensuring equal pay for equal work between men and women.