Regional FP&A Analyst (APAC)

Asia Recruit (Permanent, Contract, & Executive Recruitment); Malacca City; Hybrid; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing organization is seeking a Regional FP&A Analyst in Melaka. The successful candidate will handle financial forecasting, budgeting, and provide insights for strategic decision-making. Ideal applicants should possess a Bachelor’s Degree and at least 5 years of FP&A experience in the manufacturing sector. Strong analytical skills and fluency in Mandarin and English are essential. This role offers a hybrid working mode with some travel within the APAC region.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of related FP&A experience in manufacturing industry.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain financial models to support budgeting and forecasting.
• Prepare reports and dashboards to communicate financial performance.
• Provide financial insights to guide strategic business decisions.

Skills

Financial analysis

Strategic decision support

Budgeting

Forecasting

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Mandarin language

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field

Job description

Company Background

Our client is a subsidiary under a global manufacturing organization, where it operates multiple manufacturing facilities worldwide. They are currently looking for a Regional FP&A Analyst (for APAC region) to be based in Melaka. This role offers long-term career growth as a core member of the regional team.

Job Summary

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.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Forecasting & Budgeting: Develop and maintain financial models to support budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Variance Analysis: Compare actual financial results to forecasts, identifying key drivers of discrepancies.
• Strategic Decision Support: Provide financial insights to senior leadership to guide business decisions.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare reports and dashboards to communicate financial health and performance.
• Data Analysis: Analyze financial and operational data to optimize business outcomes.
• Market & Competitor Analysis: Assess industry trends and competitor performance to inform strategic planning.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to enhance financial processes and reporting efficiency.

Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of related FP&A experience in manufacturing industry, preferably with regional exposure.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good Excel skills.
• Fluent in English and Mandarin is essential (due to business needs).
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• 20% to 30% travel time within the APAC region.
• Willing to work in Melaka (for training/orientation/meetings - hybrid working mode is available)

Experienced candidates are encouraged to apply online or you may email your latest resume to [e-mail].

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.