FP&A Analyst III

Curran Daly & Associates; Philippines; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm in the Philippines is seeking an experienced FP&A Analyst III to drive financial insights and manage variance analysis. This role is crucial for the annual budgeting process and requires collaboration with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate should possess 5-7 years of relevant FP&A experience, strong analytical skills, and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systems. This position offers opportunities to engage across global manufacturing operations.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of relevant FP&A experience, including expertise in variance analysis and budgeting.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systems.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and provide insights.

Responsibilities

• Provide insightful financial analysis to support business decisions.
• Lead portions of the annual budgeting process.
• Collaborate with teams to consolidate financial results.

Skills

Variance analysis

Financial forecasting

Financial modeling

Data analysis

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Oracle

SAP

Hyperion

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and experiencedFP&A Analyst III. As a key member of the Finance team, you will play an essential role in driving financial insights, managing variance analysis, assisting with forecasting, and contributing to the overall annual budgeting process. This role involves working closely with cross-functional teams and offers opportunities to engage with various regions, including global manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities

• Provide insightful financial analysis to support business decisions, focusing on variance analysis and forecasting accuracy.
• Lead portions of the annual budgeting process, ensuring all deliverables are met and the company’s financial goals are well-represented.
• Collaborate with global and cross-functional teams to consolidate financial results and ensure alignment across business units.
• Perform trend analyses on historical and current data to identify risks and opportunities for growth.
• Develop and maintain financial models to analyze the company’s operations and support strategic initiatives.
• Create and present financial reports, dashboards, and key performance indicators (KPIs) to senior management.
• Support month-end close processes by preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and detailed analysis.
• Partner with manufacturing functions (if applicable) to understand operational processes and identify cost‑saving opportunities.
• Enhance and streamline existing FP&A tools, systems, and processes to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Stay current on industry trends and best practices to ensure innovative and forward‑thinking financial practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration.
• 5-7 years of relevant FP&A experience, including demonstrated expertise in variance analysis and annual budgeting processes.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, financial modeling, etc.) and financial systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, Hyperion, or similar tools).
• Strong analytical skills with a proven ability to interpret data, identify trends, and provide practical insights.
• Effective communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Relevant global manufacturing experience strongly preferred, but not required.
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities and deadlines.