Regional FP&A and Business Partnership Manager

Celestica; Kampung Baru Tanah Hitam Chemor; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology company seeks a Regional FP&A and Business Partnership Manager to lead financial planning and analysis. In this role, you'll be a strategic partner to various departments, aligning financial strategies with business objectives. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, 5–7 years of experience in finance, and excellent analytical abilities. This position offers competitive pay, growth opportunities, and a collaborative work environment. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply and make a meaningful impact on business success.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunities for professional growth

Flexible working arrangements

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5–7 years of experience in a similar FP&A or finance business partnership role.
• Experience in the manufacturing sector preferred.
• Good English speaking skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the regional financial planning cycle, including annual budgets and forecasts.
• Act as a strategic business partner providing insightful financial analysis.
• Oversee the preparation of regional financial reports and dashboards.
• Develop dynamic financial forecasts considering various scenarios.

Skills

Strong business acumen

Financial modeling

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration

MBA or professional finance qualification (CFA, CPA)

Tools

SAP

Excel

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

About The Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and dynamic Regional FP&A and Business Partnership Manager to join our finance team. This key role is perfect for a sharp, strategic thinker with strong business acumen and the ability to partner effectively across plant finance teams to drive financial performance and operational excellence. The ideal candidate will bring a robust blend of financial planning, analysis, and business partnership expertise, offering actionable insights that will enable decision‑making at the regional level and beyond.

As a trusted advisor to business leaders, you will work closely with various departments (legal, procurement, supply chain, operational, customer‑facing teams, technical controllership, logistics, etc.) to ensure financial strategies are aligned with business objectives, identify growth opportunities, and drive continuous improvement in financial processes and controls.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Planning & Analysis: lead the regional financial planning cycle, including annual budgets, forecasts, and long‑term planning. Monitor and report on financial performance, highlight variances, and advise on corrective actions.
• Business Partnership: act as a strategic business partner to key regional stakeholders, including customer‑facing, operations, procurement, and other teams, providing insightful financial analysis to guide decisions, support growth strategies, and optimize resource allocation.
• Business Insights & Decision Support: deliver actionable insights based on financial data, market trends, and performance metrics. Recommend data‑driven strategies to optimize operational efficiency, improve profitability, and mitigate financial risks.
• Financial Reporting & Dashboards: oversee the preparation and presentation of regional financial reports, executive dashboards, and KPIs to senior management. Ensure accurate and timely reporting to support business objectives.
• Forecasting & Scenario Analysis: develop dynamic financial forecasts that consider various scenarios and help guide business decision‑making. Partner with leaders to align projections with market conditions, initiatives, and goals.
• Process Improvement: continuously assess and improve financial processes, systems, and controls to increase efficiency and ensure alignment with best practices. Champion the automation of financial reporting and analysis to streamline operations.
• Strategic Projects: lead or support key strategic initiatives and projects across the region, providing financial analysis, modeling, and recommendations to ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: foster strong relationships with functional leaders across the region team as well as Ops VPs to align financial strategies with business needs, driving value and enhancing overall performance.

Key Requirements

• Education & Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field; MBA or professional finance qualification (CFA, CPA, etc.) is a plus.
  • Minimum of 5–7 years of experience in a similar FP&A or finance business partnership role, with a proven track record of driving strategic financial decision‑making in a regional or global context.
  • Strong preference for manufacturing experience.
  • Must have worked in an MNC environment, ideally regional.
  • Able to work in a fast‑paced environment.
  • Good English speaking skills.
  • Experience with SAP will be a bonus.
• Skills & Competencies:
  • Strong business acumen with the ability to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights.
  • Excellent financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical skills.
  • Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with an ability to influence and collaborate with senior management and cross‑functional teams.
  • Proficiency in financial software and advanced Excel (pivot tables, macros); experience in ERP and BI tools (SAP, Hyperion, Tableau, Power BI).
  • Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
  • Strong problem‑solving and critical‑thinking abilities, with a proactive approach to addressing challenges.
• Personal Attributes:
  • High level of intellectual curiosity and a solutions‑oriented mindset.
  • Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving change in a fast‑evolving business environment.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and gain trust across all levels of the organization.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and performance‑based incentives.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement in a dynamic and expanding company.
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment where innovation and new ideas are encouraged.
• Flexible working arrangements and a comprehensive benefits package.

Note: If you are a driven, highly analytical professional with a passion for business strategy and financial performance, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join a team where your contributions will make a meaningful impact on the success of the business.

This role offers a unique opportunity for a high‑caliber finance professional to contribute at a strategic level and be a key player in driving business growth across the region.

Company Overview

Celestica (NYSE, TSX: CLS) enables the world’s best brands. Through our recognized customer‑centric approach, we partner with leading companies in Aerospace and Defense, Communications, Enterprise, HealthTech, Industrial, Capital Equipment and Energy to deliver solutions for their most complex challenges. As a leader in design, manufacturing, hardware platform and supply chain solutions, Celestica brings global expertise and insight at every stage of product development – from drawing board to full‑scale production and after‑market services for products from advanced medical devices, to highly engineered aviation systems, to next‑generation hardware platform solutions for the Cloud. Headquartered in Toronto, with talented teams spanning 40+ locations in 13 countries across the Americas, Europe and Asia, we imagine, develop and deliver a better future with our customers.

Celestica would like to thank all applicants, however, only qualified applicants will be contacted.

Celestica does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies or fee‑based recruitment services.

Celestica is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on any protected status (including race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran or disability status or other characteristics protected by law).

At Celestica we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. Special arrangements can be made for candidates who need it throughout the hiring process. Please indicate your needs and we will work with you to meet them.