Financial Planning & Analysis Manager

Grasshopper Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Financial Planning and Analysis Manager. This role offers the chance to shape the FP&A processes and contribute to strategic financial decisions. You will collaborate with a dynamic finance team, driving insights and recommendations that impact the company's growth. With a strong emphasis on autonomy and creativity, you will thrive in an environment that encourages innovation and learning. Enjoy a competitive compensation package and a supportive workplace culture that values mentorship and personal development.

Benefits

21 days annual leave

Comprehensive Insurance Package

Well stocked pantry

Annual Dental & Wellness budget

Gym membership

Mentorship opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant work experience in FP&A.
• Experience in setting up FP&A framework preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive financial planning and commercial analysis.
• Manage annual budgeting process and create forecasts.
• Prepare reports and provide insights for decision-making.

Skills

Financial Modelling

Budgeting

Forecasting

Variance Analysis

Strategic Thinking

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy

Job description

About Grasshopper

Grasshopper is a quantitative trading technology provider based in Singapore, and is the holding company of Grasshopper Asset Management. Our state-of-the-art technology, built from the ground up in-house, puts us at the forefront of developments in electronic trading. An unbroken record of consistency and profitability is underpinned by firm values of curiosity, empowerment and flexibility.

About the role

As we continue to grow, we seek a Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Manager to join the Finance Team. This role involves building FP&A process alongside the Head of Finance and contributing to the overall growth of the firm. The ideal candidate will have a strong overall understanding of the FP&A framework, be able to build robust processes from scratch and be a strong team player of the Finance Team.

As a key member of the Finance team, you’ll:

• Drive financial planning, commercial analysis and business insights
• Manage the annual budgeting process by gathering input from departments and ensuring strategic priorities are reflected in the financial plan
• Create detailed financial forecasts and track actual performance against budget, highlighting variances, and providing actionable insights
• Perform variance analysis for revenue, costs, and profitability metrics, identifying key drivers and providing strategic recommendations to senior management
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for internal stakeholders
• Conduct special financial analyses as required, such as evaluating new business opportunities, investment projects, or performance initiatives
• Provide timely insights into financial performance to assist leadership in decision-making
• Analyse financial performance, identify trends and provide recommendations to optimise financial results
• Assist in other financial projects or operational needs as required

We’d love for you to have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy or equivalent with at least 5 years of relevant work experience in FP&A
• Prior experience in setting up the framework for FP&A function will be highly preferred
• Good proficiency in financial modelling, budgeting, and forecasting
• Ability to identify gaps, initiative in picking up projects, and motivation to drive process change
• Strong business acumen, strategic thinking and able to engage stakeholders effectively
• Attention to detail with high standards for accuracy and thoroughness
• Good communication skills - fluent in spoken and written English
• Strong team player attitude while delivering efficient and innovative solutions

What we offer in return:

• 21 days annual leave
• An opportunity to learn from experienced professionals, fostering mentorship opportunities and personal growth
• Comprehensive Insurance Package with extended coverage for dependents
• Well stocked pantry
• Annual Dental & Wellness budget
• Gym membership
• Competitive compensation

What you can expect working at Grasshopper:

At Grasshopper, you will be working in a diverse and dynamic environment with a flat hierarchy. With over 100 employees and 15 nationalities working in an open office, communication is essential to performance. To keep our edge as the “small giant” of trading technology, we give employees a high level of autonomy and encourage them to get creative, take risks, make mistakes and learn from them. The sprint is on!

Grasshopper is an equal opportunity employer.