FBP & FPA-Singapore

LAZADA SINGAPORE PTE. LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

LAZADA SINGAPORE PTE. LTD is seeking a strategic Finance Business Partner to drive financial transparency and partner with Logistics, Operations, and Commercial teams in Singapore. You will lead budgeting, rolling forecasts, monitor KPIs, and build financial models to support strategic decisions.

Strong Excel, ERP/BI skills and a business-savvy mindset are essential. This role requires 5+ years FP&A experience in dynamic industries, with CPA/ACCA/CFA a plus, and the ability to communicate

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field. CPA/ACCA/CFA is a plus.
• Minimum 5 years of finance experience, with preference for fast-paced industries.
• Proven track record in Finance Business Partnering or FP&A.

Responsibilities

• Strategic partnering and cost management with cross-functional teams to manage costs against budget and identify variances.
• Lead end-to-end budgeting and rolling forecast processes for assigned units with timely submissions.
• Monitor monthly performance (P&L, KPIs), analyze drivers of variance, and prepare management reports and dashboards.
• Provide financial modeling support for initiatives, ROI, scenarios, and ad-hoc analyses for leadership.
• Support month-end close, ensure internal controls, and enable accurate financial reporting.

Skills

Analytical Excellence

Communication

Technical Proficiency

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance/Economics

CPA/ACCA/CFA advantageous

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Tableau

Power BI

SQL

Job description

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

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. Performance Monitoring & Risk Mitigation. Monitor monthly financial performance against targets (P&L, KPIs), conducting deep-dive 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.
4. 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.
5. 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.