Senior Financial Planning Analyst - Regional Cross Border Commercial

Shopee; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading e-commerce platform in Singapore is seeking a Financial Analyst to support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities. The role requires at least 3 years of experience in financial analysis, expertise in financial modeling, and strong analytical and communication skills. You will collaborate with various departments to ensure financial objectives align with operational goals and prepare detailed financial reports. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented individual who thrives in fast-paced environments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in financial/business planning and analysis.
• Ability to present financial information effectively.
• Detail-oriented with high accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain financial models for budgeting and forecasting.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of revenue and cost trends.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reports.
• Collaborate with various departments on financial goals.

Skills

Financial modeling

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Data translation

Communication skills

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

SQL

Job description

Job Description

Forecasting and Budgeting

• Develop and maintain financial models to support budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning activities (e.g. orders, GMV, take rate, P&L, etc.)
• Collaborate with business partners to gather inputs and assumptions for monthly budgets and ad hoc forecasts
• Consolidate and analyse financial data to provide accurate and reliable forecasts
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess financial health and performance against targets

Business Performance Analysis

• Conduct in-depth analysis of topline, revenue, cost, and margin trends to identify drivers and areas for improvement
• Evaluate pricing strategies, customer acquisition costs, and promotional activities to optimise profitability
• Provide insights on business trends, industry benchmarks, and competitive landscape to support strategic decision-making

Financial Reporting and Insights

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for management
• Provide insightful commentary and analysis on financial results, highlighting key trends and business drivers
• Support ad-hoc financial analysis and special projects as required

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with various departments to ensure alignment of financial goals with operational objectives
• Work closely with the regional FP&A and Group finance team to ensure accurate financial reporting and resolve any discrepancies
• Collaborate with business leaders to develop and track key financial metrics, targets, and initiatives

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
• Proven experience (Min 3 years) in financial/business planning and analysis, preferably in the e-commerce or related industries
• Fast learner, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint tools. SQL is preferrable
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present financial information to stakeholders
• Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy and the ability to meet tight deadlines
• Self-motivated and able to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment