Assistant VP, Finance Analytics

1011 United Overseas Bank Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

1011 United Overseas Bank Ltd in Singapore seeks a Finance Analyst to join Group Corporate Real Estate Services and lead cost optimization across regional offices. You will develop robust financial models, forecasts, and dashboards to guide major property decisions and strategic initiatives.

The role requires 5+ years in financial analysis, strong Excel/SAP/Power BI skills, and the ability to communicate clearly with senior management. This is a full-time, on-site position based in Singapore.

Qualifications

• Degree in Finance, Economics, or Business Analytics.
• 5+ years in financial analysis, cost optimization, or strategic planning.
• Strong skills in financial modeling, forecasting, ERP systems (SAP), and analytics tools (Excel, Power BI).
• Excellent problem-solving and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong communication skills to engage senior management.
• Able to connect the dots and see the big picture; strategic alignment.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost optimization by analyzing high-cost assets and improving efficiency.
• Perform data mining and maintain databases to track savings.
• Build and maintain financial models with rolling forecasts and 3-year P&L.
• Monitor occupancy costs and identify savings via footprint rationalization.
• Analyze procurement spend to support investment decisions.
• Deliver timely reporting for management and regulatory needs, including dashboards.
• Collaborate with teams to provide financial insights for property projects.
• Cover regional countries as part of Group Corporate Real Estate Services.
• Support other areas and back up monthly closing and reporting.

Skills

Financial modeling

Forecasting

SAP

Excel

Power BI

Stakeholder management

Education

Finance degree

Economics degree

Business Analytics degree

Real estate experience

Tools

SAP ERP

Excel

Power BI

SQL

Job description

Company: 1011 United Overseas Bank Ltd

United Overseas Bank Limited (UOB) is a leading bank in Asia with a global network of more than 500 branches and offices in 19 countries and territories in Asia Pacific, Europe and North America. In Asia, we operate through our head office in Singapore and banking subsidiaries in China, Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand, as well as branches and offices. Our history spans more than 80 years. Over this time, we have been guided by our values – Honorable, Enterprising, United and Committed. This means we always strive to do what is right, build for the future, work as one team and pursue long-term success. It is how we work, consistently, be it towards the company, our colleagues or our customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead cost optimization by analyzing high-cost assets and developing strategies to improve efficiency and utilization


• Perform data mining and maintain a sound database to set baselines and track savings across projects and initiatives


• Build and maintain financial models including rolling forecasts and 3-year P&L to guide major decisions and contract renewals


• Monitor occupancy costs and identify savings through footprint rationalization and location strategies


• Analyze procurement spend to support investment decisions and ensure alignment with cost-efficiency goals


• Deliver timely reporting for management and regulatory requirements, including dashboards


• Collaborate across teams with the division to provide financial insights for property-related projects and strategic initiatives


• Cover regional countries as part of Group Corporate Real Estate Services, ensuring alignment and consistency across these countries


• Be part of a 11-member CRES Office team, supporting other areas within the team and providing backup for critical tasks such as monthly financial closing and reporting

Qualifications & Skills

• Degree in Finance, Economics, Business Analytics, or related field; real estate experience is a plus. 5+ years in financial analysis, cost optimization, or strategic planning.


• Strong skills in financial modeling, forecasting, ERP systems (SAP), and analytics tools (Excel, Power BI, etc).


• Excellent problem-solving and stakeholder management skills.


• Strong communication skills to effectively engage stakeholders and present financial insights clearly to senior management.


• Able to connect the dots and see the big picture, ensuring strategic alignment across initiatives.


• A proactive team player who can work independently and collaboratively.

Additional Requirements

Be a Part of the UOB Family

UOB is an equal opportunity employer. UOB does not discriminate on the basis of a candidate's age, race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or other non-merit factors. All employment decisions at UOB are based on business needs, job requirements and qualifications. If you require any assistance or accommodations to be made for the recruitment process, please inform us when you submit your online application.

We value our people and invest in them as we look to fulfil our purpose of building the future of ASEAN. We seek to create a collaborative and progressive environment for them to succeed in their careers for the long term. UOB is rated as one of the world's top banks, ranked 'Aa1' by Moody's Investors Service and 'AA-' by both S&P Global and Fitch Ratings. With a global network of 500 branches and offices across 19 countries in Asia Pacific, Europe and North America. In Asia, we operate through our head office in Singapore and banking subsidiaries in China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam, as well as branches and offices throughout the region.