FBP & FPA-Singapore

Lazada Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Lazada Group in Singapore is seeking a strategic Finance Business Partner to bridge Finance with operating units. You will drive budgeting, forecasting, and provide actionable insights to support decisions in a fast-paced ecommerce environment.

Role requires 5+ years in finance, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in ERP/BI tools. Candidates should communicate clearly with senior stakeholders and help manage costs and financial controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance with professional qualification a plus (CPA/ACCA/CFA).
• Minimum 5 years in Finance, FP&A or Finance Business Partnering in dynamic industries.
• Proven ability to translate financial data into actionable business insights.

Responsibilities

• Strategic partnering with cross-Functional teams to drive cost transparency and savings.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and planning for assigned business units.
• Monitor performance, analyze variances, and present management reports.
• Build financial models for ROI, scenarios and decision support.
• Ensure month-end close accuracy and adherence to controls.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Excel proficiency

GAAP/IFRS knowledge

Cost management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA/ACCA/CFA

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Power BI

Tableau

SQL

Job description

Role Overview

We are seeking a strategic and analytical Finance Business Partner to join our team. In this role, you will act as a key liaison between the Finance function and operational business units. You will be responsible for driving financial transparency, leading budgeting and forecasting processes, and providing actionable insights to support decision-making. The ideal candidate will have strong commercial acumen, excellent communication skills, and the ability to translate complex financial data into clear business strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Business Partnering & Cost Management
  Partner closely with cross-functional teams (e.g. Logistics, Operations, Commercial, Controllership) to drive transparency and visibility into cost structures.
  Collaborate with stakeholders to manage operational costs against budget, identifying variances and implementing cost-saving initiatives where necessary.
  Challenge the status quo by providing constructive feedback on business decisions from a financial perspective.
• Budgeting, Forecasting & Planning
  Lead the end-to-end budgeting and rolling forecast processes for assigned business units.
  Ensure accurate, timely, and robust financial submissions, aligning financial plans with strategic business objectives.
  Continuously refine forecasting models to improve accuracy and reflect real-time business dynamics.
• Performance Monitoring & Risk Mitigation
  Monitor monthly financial performance against targets (P&L, KPIs), conducting deep-drive analysis to explain drivers of variance.
  Proactively identify financial risks and opportunities, proposing practical solutions to mitigate risks and capitalize on growth areas.
  Prepare regular management reports and dashboards that highlight key trends and performance metrics.
• Financial Modeling & Decision Support
  Provide comprehensive financial support for new business initiatives, expansion projects, or process improvements.
  Build and maintain financial models to evaluate ROI, scenario planning, and sensitivity analysis for strategic decisions.
  Assist in ad-hoc financial analysis requests from senior leadership to support critical business choices.
• Financial Control & Compliance
  Work with the accounting team during month-end closing activities, ensuring timely accruals and reconciliations, and therefore accurate reflection of the management reporting PL.
  Ensure all financial practices comply with internal controls, company policies, and regulatory standards.
  Act as a bridge between operations and finance to ensure smooth audit processes and accurate financial reporting.

Job Requirements

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field. Professional qualification (CPA, ACCA, CFA) is a plus.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant finance experience, with a strong preference for experience in fast pace and dynamic industries.
• Proven track record in a Finance Business Partnering or Commercial Finance / FP&A role.

Skills & Competencies

• Analytical Excellence: Strong ability to analyze large datasets, identify trends, and translate complex financial information into actionable, non-financial language.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the confidence to present financial insights to non-financial stakeholders and senior leadership.
• Technical Proficiency: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and BI tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, SQL) is highly desirable. Solid understanding of accounting principles (GAAP/IFRS), financial statement analysis, and cost management methodologies.
• Problem-Solving: A proactive mindset with the ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and drive results in a fast-paced environment.

Other Requirements

Ability to work collaboratively in a matrix organization.