Manager, Group FP&A (2-Year Contract)

CERTIS GROUP - GHR; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services organization in Singapore is seeking a Manager, FP&A to lead financial planning and analysis. The role involves providing insights to drive strategic decisions while collaborating with key stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of experience in financial analysis, proficiency in Microsoft Power BI, and a bachelor's degree in Finance or related fields. Strong communication skills and a proactive mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of FP&A or financial analysis experience in a corporate or MNC environment.
• Experience in high-growth technology or manufacturing sectors is advantageous.
• Proven expertise in Microsoft Power Query and Power BI, including building dynamic dashboards and data models.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning and analysis at the Group level.
• Support Corporate departments with budgeting and operational metrics.
• Deliver actionable commentary on profitability and forecasts.

Skills

Financial planning

Forecasting

Performance analysis

Microsoft Power Query

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or equivalent

Tools

SAP

SAP BPC

Power BI

Cognos

Prophix

Tagetik

Job description

As Manager, FP&A, you will partner closely with key stakeholders to deliver robust financial planning, forecasting, and insights that drive strategic decisions and accelerate growth. Beyond core FP&A responsibilities, you will champion continuous improvement across processes, systems, and controls, ensuring the organisation remains agile, data‑driven, and commercially focused.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning and analysis at the Group level, including budgeting, forecasting, performance reporting, and variance analysis.
• Support Corporate departments in developing budgets, tracking operational metrics, and providing timely financial insights.
• Deliver clear, actionable commentary on profitability, forecasts, and business trends through financial modelling and analysis.
• Benchmark key financial and operational KPIs across business units and identify performance gaps and opportunities for improvement.
• Act as a business partner to Corporate department heads, aligning on performance targets, promoting data‑driven decisions, and enhancing commercial outcomes.
• Review capital expenditure plans for Group-level projects and assess return on investment.
• Coordinate the annual budget planning process and lead regular business performance reviews with senior leadership.
• Conduct financial stress testing based on forecast assumptions and market dynamics.
• Collaborate with statutory accounting teams to ensure proper structuring and documentation of financial transactions.
• Support the periodic review and enhancement of Group financial control policies.
• Partner with Shared Services and IT teams to develop tools and frameworks for performance analytics and cost tracking.
• Contribute to strategic and ad‑hoc business initiatives, including mergers and acquisitions as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or equivalent.
• Minimum 8 years of FP&A or financial analysis experience in a corporate or MNC environment. Experience in high‑growth technology or manufacturing sectors is advantageous.
• Hands‑on experience with SAP and Corporate Performance Management tools such as SAP BPC, Cognos, Power BI, Prophix, or Tagetik within the last 3 years is highly desirable.
• Proven expertise in Microsoft Power Query and Power BI, including building dynamic dashboards and data models in complex environments.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including Power Pivot, automation, and data manipulation.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex data into clear, actionable insights.
• Effective communicator capable of influencing stakeholders across functions and seniority levels.
• Self‑motivated, resourceful, and capable of working independently while contributing as a collaborative team player.
• Positive, proactive mindset with a track record of driving improvements and delivering results under tight timelines.