Senior Analyst ECOO Finance

Northern Trust; Manila; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Trust in Manila is seeking a senior finance professional to support complex financial analysis, forecast planning, and reporting for ECOO units. You will collaborate with onshore staff and North America partners to drive accurate financial insights and timely deliverables.

The role covers monthly/quarterly reporting, budgeting, cost accounting, and month-end close, with emphasis on accuracy and actionable insights.

Qualifications

• CPA is a plus but not required; 10+ years of experience in general and cost accounting, FP&A, and related finance areas.
• Experience in financial reporting, procurement, project management and analysis.
• Strong presentation and communication skills for management.
• Knowledge of the financial services industry is a plus.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support monthly/quarterly reporting including forecasting and P&L variance analysis.
• Assist in annual planning and budgeting with timely inputs and sound recommendations.
• Assist in invoice submission, cost chargebacks, and month-end close activities.
• Collaborate with North America partners for knowledge transfer and collaboration.
• Own and improve expense reporting views and develop finance metrics for stakeholders.

Skills

Financial analysis

Cost accounting

Project management

Communication

Microsoft Office

PeopleSoft

HFM

TM1 Cognos

SAP

Power BI

Multi-tasking

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP

PeopleSoft

HFM

TM1 Cognos

Clarity PPM

Power BI

Job description

Summary

Under the direction and coordination with onshore-based staff, this position will focus on handling complex financial analysis, calculation of forecast/plan, reporting and handle projects for ECOO Business Units. Analysis includes, but not limited to, expenditures, research on variances, study of trends, recorded journal entries, procurement related transactions, and financial reporting trends for ECOO Management group.

Major Duties

• Responsible for, or assists with, monthly/quarterly reporting processes which involve, but not limited to, forecasting, P&L variance analysis, and preparation of various reports and presentations to the management focusing on key business factors driving financial performance, as well as supplement reports needed by business partners.
• Assist in annual planning and forecast which includes, but not limited to, supporting the business unit for the preparation, timeliness and integrity of the budget and proactively providing sound and valuable recommendations to stakeholders that would impact key business decisions.
• Assist in the submission of invoices as requested by business partners, processing of cost chargebacks, and assist in the month-end close process including, but not limited to, reclassifications and adjustment entries.
• Directed by and work closely with North America-based partner on knowledge transfer and general collaboration.
• Own and improve expense reporting views in recurring deliverables.
• Develop strong relationships and closely coordinate with both partners in Manila and other locations in carrying the identified responsibilities.
• Work closely with the Team Leader and the Manager in identifying process improvements to enhance the productivity and efficiency of the team and in developing financial/business metrics that are vital to stakeholders' decision-making.
• Own and participate in other special projects and ad hoc requirements.
• Contribute to production of other reporting requirements for the Enterprise COO and DAO functions as needed.

Knowledge and Skills

• Strong analytical and problem solving skills required to evaluate financial results
• Strong knowledge of and experience in cost accounting and project management skills
• Broad financial and accounting knowledge and business acumen acquired through a 4-year degree program and related work experience
• Excellent oral and written communication skills required to present relevant information to management
• Strong knowledge in Microsoft Office suite, PeopleSoft, HFM, TM1/Cognos, SAP, Clarity PPM and other similar systems used in financial reporting
• Experience with business intelligence analytical tools required to interpret data, perform analyses and communicate financial information to various constituents. Knowledge and experience in Power BI reporting is a plus
• Detail-oriented, highly flexible and adaptable to change, and proven ability to multi-task, work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively and build relationships in a geographically-blended environment (North America and Manila, primarily)

Experience Required

CPA is a plus but not required, with 10+ years of collective experience in general and cost accounting, financial planning and analysis, management reporting, procurement, project management and analysis, and other relevant finance-related functional areas.

Knowledge of the Financial Services Industry is a plus.

Working Hours

5AM - 2PM, Mondays - Fridays

Reasonable Accommodation

Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing adjustments to individuals with health conditions and disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center at [e-mail], or alternatively you can discuss your individual requirements with the recruiter you are working with.