Sr. Spclst, Fin. Planning & Analysis

Merck Gruppe - MSD Sharp & Dohme; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company is seeking an experienced finance professional in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia. This role involves driving automation initiatives, coordinating team efforts, and leading financial performance tracking. Candidates must have a degree in finance or accounting and 5+ years of FP&A experience. Strong skills in Power BI and project management are essential. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• More than 5 years of relevant experience, with FP&A experience mandatory.
• Experience in using reporting tools such as Power BI is preferred.
• Strong quantitative/analytical skills and experience with BPC and SAP highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Drive simplification/automation initiative within the FP&A pillar.
• Coordinate work in the KL COE team for optimization initiatives.
• Lead monthly P&L reporting and provide consolidated views for management.

Skills

Adaptability

Automation

Communication

Leadership

Project Management

Education

Degree in Finance / Accounting, CPA or equivalent

Tools

Power BI

BPC

SAP

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a key member to drive the simplification/automation initiative within the FP&A pillar and support FP&A Pillar leads to drive effective, standardized and simplified reporting for AP region and markets including continuous improvements on APAC dashboards;


• Coordinate the work in the KL COE team, including providing needed guidance and support to the COE team members, driving optimization initiatives on centralized activities and market support models


• Drive the implementation/enhancement of various automated performance tracking: monthly P&L reporting, franchise reporting, in-market performance through Power BI or other automation tools


• Lead the monthly latest estimate process for sales and provide consolidated views for management review


• Responsible for all process related to price volume analysis


• Support regular deliverables for regional FP&A team, such as consolidation of reports, templates and preparation of presentation deck to management


• Support regional FP&A team during forecast cycles on market consolidation and key HHI deliverables


• Work as finance business partner for Winrevair and Lagevrio


• Support regional team on financial simulation and analysis for Business Development projects


• Lead or facilitate FP&A better practice sharing across markets and regions

Qualifications

• Degree in Finance / Accounting, CPA or equivalent preferred; Familiarity with accounting principles and financial statements


• Preferably more than 5 years of relevant experience, with FP&A experience mandatory


• Experience in using reporting tools such as Power BI is preferred


• Knowledge of data visualization techniques and best practices is preferred


• Strong quantitative/analytical skills and experience with BPC and SAP highly desired


• Strong project management skills and experience of managing automation or simplification projects is preferred


• Strong interpersonal/communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams


• Innovative mindset and strong desire to challenge status quo


• Strong leadership and ability to drive changes and process improvements


• Ability to work across multiple time zones and cultures

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Employee Status: Regular

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Travel Requirements: Hybrid

Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid

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Required Skills: Adaptability, Adaptability, Automation, Best Practices Research, Budgeting, Business, Business Development, Business Financial Planning, Cash Management, Communication, Corporate Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), Corporate Management, Data Visualization, Finance, Financial Advising, Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, Financial Simulations, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Leadership, Management Controls, Performance Tracking, Preparation of Financial Reports, Project Management, Quantitative Abilities {+ 5 more}

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Job Posting End Date: 10/11/2025

Requisition ID: R361061