Plant Finance Analyst – Core

GKN Automotive; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

GKN Automotive is looking for a detail-oriented Plant Finance Analyst to join our finance team in Perai, Malaysia. This role encompasses supporting financial control, cost analysis, and business decision-making within a manufacturing context. The ideal candidate will possess strong financial skills, analytical abilities, and the capability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, among others.

Benefits

Competitive salary and performance-based incentives

Annual bonus and salary review

Medical, dental, and insurance coverage

Opportunities for professional development and ACCA support

Collaborative and inclusive work environment

On-site parking and employee wellness programs

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in a plant or manufacturing finance environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate within established financial systems to ensure accurate and timely financial control and reporting.
• Contribute to the preparation of financial and operational reports, providing insights to support strategic decisions.
• Address complex queries from internal and external stakeholders, offering guidance on financial processes and policies.
• Conduct research and analyze primary data to identify trends and support business planning.
• Interpret financial data to propose actionable solutions, navigating various procedures and precedents.
• Evaluate cost structures, identify variances, and highlight opportunities to improve profitability.
• Support project execution by working within defined project plans and financial scopes.
• Assist in developing and implementing financial policies and protocols to ensure regulatory compliance and best practices.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and stay updated on industry standards, technologies, and regulations.

Skills

Data Analysis & Reporting

Costing & Budgeting

Compliance Management

Problem Solving

Data Control

Planning & Organizing

Presentation Skills

Education

Master’s degree in Finance/Accounting

ACCA certification or equivalent professional qualification

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analyticalPlant Finance Analyst – Coreto join our finance team atGKN Driveline Malaysia Sdn Bhdin Perai. This role is responsible for supporting financial control, cost analysis, and business decision-making processes within a manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have strong financial acumen, excellent data analysis skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced setting.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Control

• Operate within established financial systems to ensure accurate and timely financial control and reporting.

Insights & Reporting

• Contribute to the preparation of financial and operational reports, providing insights to support strategic decisions.

Business Advisory

• Address complex queries from internal and external stakeholders, offering guidance on financial processes and policies.

Data Collection & Analysis

• Conduct research and analyze primary data to identify trends and support business planning.

Solutions Analysis

• Interpret financial data to propose actionable solutions, navigating various procedures and precedents.

Cost Accounting

• Evaluate cost structures, identify variances, and highlight opportunities to improve profitability.

Project Management

• Support project execution by working within defined project plans and financial scopes.

Financial Policies & Compliance

• Assist in developing and implementing financial policies and protocols to ensure regulatory compliance and best practices.

Continuous Learning & Operational Compliance

• Engage in ongoing professional development and stay updated on industry standards, technologies, and regulations.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Data Analysis & Reporting– Strong ability to analyze trends and create effective reports.
• Costing & Budgeting– Proficient in managing budgets and evaluating financial performance.
• Compliance Management– Ensures adherence to financial regulations and internal policies.
• Problem Solving– Skilled in evaluating alternatives and recommending value-driven solutions.
• Data Control– Capable of managing and protecting financial data effectively.
• Planning & Organizing– Excellent time management and prioritization skills.
• Presentation Skills– Communicates financial insights clearly and persuasively.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Finance/Accounting
• ACCA certification or equivalent professional qualification
• At least 5 years of experience in a plant or manufacturing finance environment

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
• Annual bonus and salary review
• Medical, dental, and insurance coverage
• Opportunities for professional development and ACCA support
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment
• On-site parking and employee wellness programs

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