Retail FP&A Lead: Strategic Forecasting & Insights

Michael Page; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 112,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent position

Retail industry exposure

Job summary

Michael Page in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a talented FP&A Analyst with a strong accounting and finance background to support forecasting, budgeting and financial planning for a leading retail business.

You will develop financial models, analyse performance, and present insights to senior management, collaborating with cross-functional teams. This permanent role offers a competitive salary and opportunities to influence strategic decisions.

Qualifications

• Strong background in accounting and finance.
• Experience in financial planning, analysis, and reporting.
• Proficiency in financial modelling and forecasting tools.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills to convey financial insights.
• Attention to detail and proactive approach to improving financial processes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyse financial reports to provide actionable insights for business planning.
• Develop and maintain financial models to support forecasting and budgeting processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align financial goals with business objectives.
• Monitor and evaluate financial performance against set targets and KPIs.
• Identify trends and variances, providing recommendations to optimise financial outcomes.
• Support decision-making through detailed financial analysis and scenario planning.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies.
• Present financial findings and strategies to senior management and stakeholders.

Skills

Accounting & Finance

FP&A

Financial Modelling

Forecasting

Analytical Thinking

Communication

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Excel

Forecasting tools

Job description

Michael Page in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a talented FP&A Analyst with a strong accounting and finance background to support forecasting, budgeting and financial planning for a leading retail business.

You will develop financial models, analyse performance, and present insights to senior management, collaborating with cross-functional teams. This permanent role offers a competitive salary and opportunities to influence strategic decisions.