Senior Analyst, Finance, I+E (South-East Asia)

SJ Group; Mandaluyong; On-site; PHP 669,600 - 892,800; Full time

Job summary

SJ Group in Mandaluyong, Philippines is looking for a professional to provide effective financial management and reporting for various projects while ensuring compliance with internal policies. The role involves facilitating training in financial systems, delivering strategic financial advice, and building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

The ideal candidate should have experience in financial governance and a focus on achieving commercial outcomes. A proactive approach towards financial reporting and risk management is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective financial management and reporting of projects.
• Facilitate training for team members in finance systems.
• Deliver strategic and operational financial advice.
• Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with SJ Group's financial policies.

Job description

Key Accountabilities

• Key Accountability 1: Provides effective and timely financial management and financial reporting of projects
  • Key Activities:
    • Support project teams with project financial budgeting and project planning activities
    • Review, analyse and report on month‑end project performance data and support completion of monthly reviews
    • Assist with the creation of new projects including policy compliance and the recognition and escalation of commercial risks as required
    • Provide analysis of projects including financial performance, cost allocation, earned value and scenario analysis
    • Deliver lock‑up management including the oversight of preparation of invoices and supporting information within the time frame required by the contract or client as directed
    • Ensure commercial guidance provided to stakeholders in relation to reducing SMEC’s exposure to risk throughout the project’s lifecycle
    • Assist project employees with the provision of financial information to meet project requirements including charge rules, calculations and cost data
    • Support Major Projects, Joint Ventures and Alliances including cost monitoring and consolidation, invoicing and cash flow management, and general financial support and audits
  • Key Outcomes:
    • Projects comply with commercial requirements
    • Accurate and timely delivery of month end analysis and reporting
    • Team members understand and utilise systems and tools effectively for project tasks
    • Projects comply with internal financial processes
    • Commercial risks from new projects are communicated within the business to appropriate management level
    • Project analysis completed in timely manner with outcomes meeting stakeholder requirements
    • Major Projects, Joint Ventures and Alliances are appropriately reviewed, monitored and communicated to ensure financial outcomes are known
    • Lockup is managed to maximise cash flow
    • Financial/contractual risks from projects are minimised
    • Joint Venture and Alliances are compliant
    • Audit outcomes are highlighted and resolved accurately within required time frames
    • Governance is effective and audits are completed to mitigate and minimise relevant risks
• Key Accountability 2: Contributes to all facets of commercial performance of the business units
  • Key Activities:
    • Facilitate the training for team members in the use of the financial system and tools related to project finance management
    • Contribute to finance training to all new starters and those who request training
    • Assist with any financial system and tools initiatives and rollouts
    • Assist with queries referred to the Finance team including project planning, monthly reviews, accounts payable, accounts receivable and general finance duties
    • Provide necessary support to enable achievement of financial targets through sound financial governance
    • Provide commercial advice and initiate commercial reviews aimed at improving the commercial performance of the business
    • Liaise with relevant stakeholders to ensure financial reporting aligns with contractual obligations
    • Work with functional managers to develop financial plans and business tools
    • Assist with new business integration management through due diligence and operational enhancement of subsidiary businesses
  • Key Outcomes:
    • Colleagues receive appropriate support in utilisation of financial systems and tools
    • Team members receive appropriate support in utilisation of financial systems and tools
    • Financial system initiatives and roll‑out are co‑ordinated and implemented nationally
    • Queries are resolved in a timely manner to the required outcome
• Key Accountability 3: Performs the role of Business Partner for the I+E business within South‑East Asia
  • Key Activities:
    • Provide business‑focused, strategic and operational advice and guidance in relation to finance policies, procedures and programs
    • Support the leaders in the project management, implementation development and achievement of the financial objectives
    • Interaction and influence at all levels within the business
    • Drive all activities relating to preparation, analysis and commentary of monthly and yearly financial reporting on a timely basis
    • Maintain an effective level of business understanding/commercial acumen to understand the business unit’s plans, financial position, major project opportunities and its competition
    • Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders and influencers across the business
    • Provide brief analytical commentary to respective manager in relation to financial performance
    • Attend monthly management meetings and present on recent performance and system updates
    • Coordinate and supervise budget and forecasting activities for the respective sector/market/business line
  • Key Outcomes:
    • Provide clear and concise information to managers about financial performance
    • Ensures information which we are reporting is correct and reduces the risk of errors
    • Useful budgets and reports for management in tracking their long and short‑term performance throughout the year
    • Highlighting areas of concern to the respective sector when comparing budget/forecast vs actual
    • Establishment of trusting relationships across all levels within the business
    • Tasks are completed within agreed timeframes and to agreed standards
• Key Accountability 4: Builds and maintains effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders
  • Key Activities:
    • Develop and maintain client focus and relationships with internal and external clients and stakeholders
    • Provide high level customer service through the delivery of innovative and timely solutions
    • Communicate professionally and appropriately with stakeholders
    • Undertake assigned tasks and project activities in line with policies and procedures
    • Communicate with colleagues and industry contacts to establish professional networks and develop industry awareness
    • Provide clear and effective communication and consultation with internal and external stakeholders
    • Clarify issues and needs of internal stakeholders to enable the development of suitable solutions that meet business needs
    • Adopt a collaborative approach by listening to and valuing other’s contributions and recognise when it is appropriate to seek assistance
  • Key Outcomes:
    • Effective and productive relationships are maintained and stakeholder feedback is positive
    • Work is completed in line with stakeholder specifications and business needs
    • Work is completed in a collaborative, proactive and constructive manner
    • Communications and relationships are effective and respectful
    • Professional networks are established and maintained
    • Assistance is sought and offered when required
• Key Accountability 5: Facilitates, monitors and adheres to SJ Group policies, procedures, systems and controls for all financial processes
  • Key Activities:
    • Provide support to the South‑East Asia Finance team with key business initiatives and focus areas within area of specialism
    • Comply with SMEC finance policies and procedures including the maintenance of adequate records
    • Obtain appropriate authorisations under the Delegation of Authority
    • Interaction with all levels within the business
    • Attend required meetings with key internal clients and stakeholders
    • Input, as appropriate to opportunity management, project management, monthly reviews in liaison with relevant stakeholders
  • Key Outcomes:
    • Activities are aligned with business goals and business strategy objectives
    • Quality and integrity of data maintained and zero non‑compliances on financial processes
    • The Delegation of Authority is strictly followed
    • Timely resolution of issues to the satisfaction of key internal stakeholders
    • Timely and effective communication of key financial information
    • Timely and accurate financial reporting