Strategic Forecasting & Performance Analytics Lead

CIMB Bank Berhad; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

CIMB Bank Berhad, based in Kuala Lumpur, seeks a Group Finance professional to lead forecasting, performance management, and governance across regional markets. The role focuses on profitability, risk assessment, and board reporting to support strategic decision-making.

The ideal candidate has strong accounting expertise, team leadership experience, and the ability to translate data into actionable business insights for senior management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance or related field.
• At least 3 years' experience in audit or accounting/finance/financial planning, preferably in a financial institution or public listed company.
• Experience leading and developing a team.
• Strong business acumen and analytical skills for management analyses.

Responsibilities

• Forecasting & Financial Outlook (Group View) – forward looking profitability outlook and risks, identifying drivers.
• Performance Management & Benchmarking - enable transparency and cross-country comparability.
• Risk Management & Scenario Planning - anticipate and quantify risks at group or regional level and define mitigation plans.
• Governance, Standards & Controls – set, own and enforce financial planning governance/frameworks for consistency.
• Executive & Board Reporting.
• Translate complex data into clear insights and recommendations.
• Highlight strategic risks, trade-offs, and decision implications.
• Support GCEO/GCFO with forward-looking commentary.

Skills

Financial analysis

Problem solving

Time management

Business acumen

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance

Job description

CIMB Bank Berhad, based in Kuala Lumpur, seeks a Group Finance professional to lead forecasting, performance management, and governance across regional markets. The role focuses on profitability, risk assessment, and board reporting to support strategic decision-making.

The ideal candidate has strong accounting expertise, team leadership experience, and the ability to translate data into actionable business insights for senior management.