Financial Analyst

Michael Page; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exposure to APAC operations

Multinational environment

Career development in FP&A

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a Financial Analyst to support regional finance and controlling across APAC for a globally recognised FMCG leader. You will assist with budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and financial controls, partnering with stakeholders to deliver timely insights.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Finance or related field, FP&A or controllership experience, strong Excel, analytical skills, and exposure to SAP; you’ll operate in a fast-paced multinational environment in Singapore.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accountancy, or related discipline.
• Experience in finance, FP&A, audit, or controlling.
• Strong Excel skills and financial data analysis.
• Strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Support monthly forecasting and planning with timely, accurate submissions.
• Prepare monthly management reports, variance analysis and business commentary.
• Analyse SKU profitability and maintain profitability reporting for commercial decisions.
• Submit financial data into planning systems and prepare reports for meetings.
• Coordinate with global finance teams on reporting requirements and assumptions.
• Assist with financial controls including reconciliations and receivables monitoring.
• Maintain SAP-based marketing spend trackers and vendor data.
• Manage fixed assets processes including PO creation and asset tracking.
• Support external audits and statutory compliance activities.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Financial data analysis

Numerical skills

Analytical thinking

Communication & stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Independence in a fast-paced setting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accountancy, or related

Tools

SAP

Job description

• Regional Exposure Within a Global FMCG Leader
• Broad Finance Learning Curve Beyond Traditional Reporting

• Regional Exposure Within a Global FMCG Leader
• Broad Finance Learning Curve Beyond Traditional Reporting

About Our Client

Our client is a globally recognised leader in the FMCG industry, with a portfolio of iconic brands enjoyed by consumers across more than 100 countries. With a strong heritage of innovation and quality, the organisation continues to expand its presence across the Asia Pacific region and is seeking a Financial Analyst to support its regional finance and controlling function.

Job Description

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Controlling, you will play a key role in supporting financial planning, reporting, business performance analysis, and financial controls across the APAC business.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Support the monthly forecasting and financial planning process, partnering with internal stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate submissions.
• Prepare monthly management reports, business commentaries, and variance analysis to provide insights into business performance.
• Analyse SKU profitability and maintain profitability reporting to support commercial decision-making.
• Submit financial data into internal planning systems and prepare reporting packages for management meetings.
• Liaise with global finance teams on reporting requirements, forecast assumptions, and financial submissions.
• Support financial control activities including invoice review, account reconciliations, and monitoring receivables exposure.
• Maintain marketing spend trackers, vendor master data, pricing information, and other key finance records within SAP.
• Manage fixed asset processes, including purchase order creation and asset tracking for the APAC office.
• Assist with external audits, statutory compliance matters, and coordination with auditors, tax advisors, and regional finance stakeholders.

To Be Successful In This Role, You Should Possess

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accountancy, or a related discipline.
• Candidates with relevant finance, FP&A, audit, or controlling experience.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial data analysis.
• Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Meticulous, organised, and detail-oriented approach to work.
• Ability to work independently within a fast-paced multinational environment.
• Exposure to SAP or other ERP systems would be advantageous

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to join a market-leading multinational FMCG organisation with a portfolio of globally recognised brands.
• Strong exposure to regional APAC operations and international finance stakeholders.
• Broad experience across FP&A, reporting, controls, compliance, and commercial finance.
• Excellent learning platform for finance professionals looking to build a career in FMCG.
• Collaborative and high-performing culture with opportunities for professional development.

Contact: Elise Tok (Lic No: R21103315 / EA no: 18S9099)

Quote job ref: JN-092026-7106777