Lead Analyst, Finance

TATE ASIA PARTNERS LLP; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Tate Asia Partners LLP is seeking a Lead Finance Analyst in Singapore to partner with cross-functional teams, develop forecasts, and provide data-driven insights to drive decision-making. The role emphasizes budgeting accuracy, scenario analysis, and cost optimization across the business.

You will lead FP&A activities, collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, and contribute to governance and controls, ensuring timely and insightful reporting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of FP&A experience including budgeting, forecasting and automation.
• Experience in the MNC and logistics industry is an advantage.
• Diploma in Accounting or Finance.
• Strong attention to detail with high accuracy in financial data preparation and entry.
• Proficient in accounting systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong communication skills with stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Analytical and problem-solving mindset with ability to interpret financial data and provide actionable insights.

Responsibilities

• Partner with business stakeholders and external clients to drive annual budgeting, quarterly PO budgeting and rolling forecasting processes.
• Lead financial planning and analysis activities including forecasting, scenario modelling, and sensitivity analysis.
• Act as a trusted finance partner to internal and external customers, supporting performance reviews and commercial negotiations.
• Own variance analysis, identify key drivers, and articulate risks and opportunities with actionable recommendations.
• Support pricing analysis, business case development and financial evaluations for new projects, RFPs and contract renewals.
• Oversee financial governance and controls including PO processes and billing data integrity.
• Deliver high-quality, timely financial reporting including management reports and customer-facing deliverables.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, customers, and finance teams to align targets and regulatory compliance.
• Drive continuous improvement to streamline and automate financial planning and reporting processes.

Skills

FP&A

Budgeting

Forecasting

Automation tools

Excel

Stakeholder management

Education

Diploma in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Financial software

BI tools

Job description

About the Role:

The Lead Finance Analyst serves as a strategic business partner to functional and regional leaders, providing financial insight and analytical support to drive decision-making and operational performance. This role leads the development, refinement, and communication of the company's financial forecasts- including revenue, expense, and cash flow projections-by synthesizing business trends, operational drivers, and market dynamics.

The analyst collaborates closely with cross-functional teams to evaluate business initiatives, identify risks and opportunities, and deliver clear, data-driven recommendations that support both short-term priorities and long-term strategic goals.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Partner with business stakeholders and external clients to drive the annual budgeting, quarterly PO budgeting and rolling forecasting processes, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and operational plans
• Lead financial planning and analysis activities, including forecasting, scenario modelling, and sensitivity analysis, to provide forward-looking insights that support strategic initiatives and commercial decision-making.
• Act as a trusted finance business partner to internal stakeholders and external customers, providing financial guidance, supporting performance reviews and commercial negotiations
• Own performance management processes, including variance analysis, identification of key drivers, and clear articulation of risks and opportunities, with actionable recommendations to optimize business performance and cost efficiency.
• Support commercial decision-making through pricing analysis, business case development, and financial evaluations for new projects, RFPs, and contract renewals.
• Oversee financial governance and controls, including PO processes and billing data integrity, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external requirements.
• Deliver high-quality, timely, and insight-driven financial reporting, including management reports and customer-facing deliverables, translating financial data into meaningful business narratives.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, customers, and finance teams (local and global) to ensure alignment on financial targets, reporting requirements, and regulatory compliance
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to streamline, automate, and enhance financial planning, reporting, and operational processes.

Requirements:

• This position requires a minimum 5 years of relevant experience in FP&A, including budgeting, forecasting, and leveraging automation tools to enhance finance processes.
• Experience in the MNC and logistics industry is an advantage
• Min Diploma in Accounting or Finance
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain a high level of accuracy in financial data preparation and entry.
• Proficient in accounting systems and financial software; advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and other spreadsheet/analysis tools.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Analytical and problem-solving mindset with the ability to interpret financial data and provide actionable insights.