Senior Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

Evident Scientific; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading scientific imaging company in Singapore is seeking an experienced financial analyst to deliver financial insights and support effective planning across the APAC and China region. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of experience in financial analysis, proficiency in SAP and advanced Microsoft Excel skills, and strong communication abilities. This role provides an opportunity to drive continuous improvement and support strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in financial analysis and report preparation.
• Strong understanding of data validation and data accuracy processes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications with advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Consolidate financial reports and coordinate with business units.
• Perform variance analysis and support management with insights.
• Prepare business review presentations for senior management.
• Lead annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes.
• Monitor performance indicators and identify trends.

Skills

Financial analysis

Data validation

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Microsoft Excel

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Evident

Every discovery starts with uncovering the unknown. For over a century as Olympus, we advanced optical excellence, empowering the world’s leading scientists, physicians, and engineers to see more, know more, and achieve more.

Today, as Evident, we’re building on a century of optical superiority to create next-generation micro‑imaging solutions—combining renowned optics with cutting‑edge digital innovation to power scientific breakthroughs and help you move confidently from observation to insight.

Our life science portfolio supports research, clinical diagnostics, and education, offering a comprehensive range of imaging methods. In industrial microscopy, we deliver precision and flexibility through laser scanning, digital, and semiconductor microscopes designed for tasks ranging from routine inspection to intricate quality control and sophisticated manufacturing analysis.

At Evident, we are paving a new path forward in microscopy. We are helping our customers advance into a new era of discovery. We are pushing the boundaries of optical technology to fuel discovery and bring the unseen into focus.

For more information, visit www.evidentscientific.com

About the Job

Responsible for delivering financial insights and support to drive effective planning and advance the business unit’s strategic objectives across the APAC and China region. Identify opportunities for business improvement and provide timely, accurate financial analysis to support performance reviews and decision‑making. The role involves hands‑on forecasting to ensure projects, divisional milestones, and goals are achieved while staying within approved budgets.

Key Responsibilities

• Consolidate financial reports and coordinate with business units across the region
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports with timely and accurate delivery
• Perform variance analysis and support management with presentations and key insights
• Lead APAC annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes
• Maintain cost centers, profit centers, and product allocation structures
• Support development and implementation of Standard Operating Procedures
• Liaise with Evident Japan and Global Finance on finance‑related matters
• Serve as the regional FP&A contact between HQ and APAC/China
• Provide financial analysis to business units and enhance financial understanding
• Monitor performance indicators and identify trends or variances
• Drive continuous improvement in budgeting, forecasting, and operational planning
• Prepare business review presentations for senior management
• Support strategic initiatives to strengthen APAC & China’s financial performanc

Key Skills/Core Competencies

• Minimum 8 years of experience in financial analysis and preparation of financial reports and statements
• Strong understanding of data validation and data accuracy processes
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills
• Collaborative team player with strong written and verbal communication abilities
• Experience with accounting software and SAP is an advantage
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, with advanced skills in Excel and related tools