ASEAN Senior Finance Analyst

EY GLOBAL DELIVERY SERVICES (GDS) PHILIPPINES; Philippines; On-site; PHP 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

EY GLOBAL DELIVERY SERVICES (GDS) PHILIPPINES is seeking an ASEAN BU BA&I Senior Financial Analyst in the Philippines. You will support BU Finance leadership with analytics, data gathering, report compilation and monthly financial reviews, while contributing to ad-hoc projects and strategic initiatives.

The role requires 5+ years in FP&A, proficiency in Python, Power BI and Tableau, hands-on ERP experience (SAP/PeopleSoft), and strong English communication in a matrix organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance/Accounting or equivalent.
• CPA/ACCA/CIMA membership desirable.
• Hands-on experience in data analytics tools such as Python, Power BI, Tableau.
• Knowledge of AI tools such as co-pilot is an advantage.
• At least 5 years’ experience in finance-related roles (FP&A).

Responsibilities

• Prepare weekly and monthly management reports with revenue and cost analysis.
• Monitor financial results against objectives and historical performance.
• Communicate detailed financial information to leaders; identify risks affecting service line.
• Coordinate budget and forecast exercises; translate projections into figures.
• Assist in inventory management: billing, collection, WIP, debtor aging.
• Assist in month-end close: review journals and reconciliations.
• Handle other bookkeeping and reporting matters.
• Execute ad-hoc analysis and data mining projects for leaders.
• Provide financial discipline knowledge and guidance to the team.

Skills

Python

Power BI

Tableau

Excel

SAP

PeopleSoft

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance / Accounting

CPA / ACCA / CIMA membership desirable

Tools

PeopleSoft

SAP

MS Office

Job description

The opportunity

As the ASEAN BU BA&I Senior Financial Analyst, you will be part of a high performing team that acts as trusted business advisors supporting the BU Finance leadership on varied analytical matters related to the operational results. This role actively participates in the data gathering, report compilations and aiding in analytical reviews on monthly and periodic financial numbers. Involvement in ad-hoc projects and business initiatives will be a part of the role too.

Your key responsibilities

• Prepare weekly and monthly management reports and provide revenue and cost analysis.
• Assist in monitoring and tracking the financial results against operational and strategic objectives as well as historical performance
• Involve in preparing, synthesizing and communicating detailed financial information to business leaders; assist in identifying any potential risks which might impact service line performance and coordinate with the Team in providing strategic input to support effective decision making
• Perform and coordinate various budget and forecast exercises, support the translation of business projections into meaningful figures, including data processing, modeling and reporting
• Support the team lead with the day-to-day management of the inventory, including billing and collection management, WIP and debtor aging analysis, and alert respective leaders for any potential credit risks
• Assist in month-end close process including review and approval of journals and reconciliations
• Any other bookkeeping and reporting matters
• Execute ad-hoc analysis and data mining projects as needed by leaders
• Provide technical support, knowledge and counsel to others within the finance discipline

Skills and attributes for success
We are interested in people with a very positive attitude and a penchant for constant learning. As a successful candidate you will have relevant functional experience managing activities in the PBFA domain and hands-on experience on technical tools like MS Office as well as ERP applications like Peoplesoft, SAP etc.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Finance / Accounting or equivalent.
• Membership of accredited professional accounting bodies (CPA / ACCA / CIMA etc.) is desirable.
• Hands-on experience in data analytics tools such as Python, Power BI, Tableau is required
• Knowledge of AI tools such as co-pilot is an advantage
• At least 5 years’ experience in finance-related roles (mainly Financial Planning & Analysis)

What we look for

• Positive attitude coupled with excellent problem-solving skills
• Strong technical skills with the ability to analyze problems, design and implement solutions independently.
• Demonstrated experience working in a matrix organization structure
• Team oriented approach, with flexibility regarding tasks undertaken and the ability to prioritize several conflicting demands to meet exacting deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills.
• Excellent communication skills – written and verbal, presentation and client advisory skill.
• Willingness to embrace new challenges, proactive approach to learn, growth mindset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite of applications (Excel, PowerApp), Data Analytics tools and SAP is an advantage.
• Ability and willingness to work in a multicultural and diverse environment and flex style as appropriate.
• Strong spoken and written English

What working at EY offers

We offer a competitive remuneration package which includes career development as well as vacation and other statutory benefits. We have a robust learning environment wherein you can enrich your knowledge on multiple faculties. EY is committed to being an inclusive employer and we strive to achieve the right balance for our people, enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities.