Business Operations & Analytics Associate (12 months Agency contract)

SINGAPORE TELECOMMUNICATIONS LIMITED; Singapore; On-site; SGD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications firm in Singapore is seeking a Financial Analyst to monitor financial performance, ensure accurate reporting, and assist in budget preparation. The ideal candidate will have a finance-related degree, 2 years of relevant experience, and skills in Microsoft Excel and analytical thinking.

Qualifications

• 2 years of relevant experience in financial analysis, reporting, or business planning.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and track financial performance across various business units.
• Ensure timely and accurate submission of financial data by business units.
• Assist in consolidating financial inputs and historical data for the preparation of AOP.
• Enter and reconcile financial data in Business Planning Central (BPC).

Skills

Financial analysis

Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Education

Diploma or Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field

Tools

SAP

BPC

Job description

Financial Tracking & Analysis

• Monitor and track financial performance across various business units.
• Analyze variances between actuals, forecasts, and budgets, providing insights into financial trends.
• Assist in cost tracking and ensure alignment with financial targets, highlighting discrepancies or opportunities for improvement.

Reporting & Submission

• Ensure timely and accurate submission of financial data by business units.
• Review, maintain and update financial reports, ensuring completeness and compliance with reporting guidelines.
• Support month-end closing processes by preparing journal vouchers for accrual and cost reclassification.
• Preparation of Business Planning Review (BPR) ensuring data integrity and alignment with business goals.

Annual Operating Plan (AOP) Preparation

• Assist in consolidating financial inputs and historical data for the preparation of AOP.
• Collaborate with business units to gather data for budgeting, key financial assumptions and ensure alignment with strategic goals.
• Prepare slides for presentation to senior management on our financial position and alignment with business objectives.

Secondary Job Scope: Where required

Administrative Support

• Enter and reconcile financial data in Business Planning Central (BPC) for reporting and analysis.
• Handle procurement-related tasks, including raising Purchase Orders (POs) and Service Orders (SOs), and processing Goods Receipts (GRs) and Service Entries (SEs) to ensure accurate financial transactions.
• Raise billing for internal and external parties promptly and accurately.
• Support in asset management and coordinate asset sightings.
• Perform additional administrative duties as needed to support business operations, such as documentation, correspondence, and coordination.

Skills for Success

• Diploma or Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field
• 2 years of relevant experience in financial analysis, reporting, or business planning
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with financial systems (e.g., SAP, BPC) is a plus
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy