Financial Analyst [Freight forwarding/ Power B1& Excel]

The Supreme HR Advisory; Singapore; On-site; SGD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HR consultancy in Singapore seeks a Financial Analyst to support financial planning and analysis activities. The candidate will prepare reports, develop models, and utilize Power BI for data visualization. Applicants should have experience in financial analysis, strong accounting fundamentals, and proficiency in Excel and Power BI.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in financial analysis or accounting.
• Prior experience in the freight forwarding, logistics, or supply chain industry.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Develop financial models for budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning.
• Design and maintain dashboards using Power BI for financial metrics.

Skills

Financial analysis

Advanced Excel skills

Power BI proficiency

Accounting principles

Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field

Professional certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CFA)

Tools

Power BI

Excel

ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, CargoWise)

Job description

The Supreme HR Advisory – Central Singapore

To support financial planning, analysis, and reporting activities that drive strategic decisions and operational efficiency. The role requires strong accounting fundamentals, industry knowledge in freight forwarding, and advanced data analysis skills using Power BI and Excel.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Develop financial models to support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning.
• Conduct variance analysis and provide insights on financial performance.

Accounting Support

• Assist with month‑end and year‑end closing processes.
• Reconcile financial data with accounting records and ensure accuracy.
• Support compliance with accounting standards and internal controls.
• Analyze freight cost structures, billing accuracy, and profitability.
• Understand and apply Incoterms, customs duties, and freight‑related financial implications.
• Collaborate with logistics and operations teams to ensure accurate financial treatment of shipments.

Data Analytics & Reporting

• Design and maintain dashboards using Power BI to visualize financial and operational metrics.
• Use Excel PivotTables and advanced formulas to manipulate and analyze large datasets.
• Automate reporting processes to improve efficiency and accuracy.

Business Partnering

• Work closely with finance, commercial, operations, and procurement teams to support decision‑making.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• Professional certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CFA) is an advantage.
• 3–5 years of experience in financial analysis or accounting.
• Prior experience in the freight forwarding, logistics, or supply chain industry is required.
• Advanced Excel skills, including PivotTables, Power Query, and complex formulas.
• Power BI proficiency for dashboard creation and data visualization.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, CargoWise or similar).
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.