Strategic Financial Analyst — Cost & Margin Optimizer

Mediterranean Shipping Co. (Switzerland) Asia Regional Office; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading shipping company in Singapore is seeking a finance professional to join their management team. This role involves business analysis focused on operational costs, financial reporting, and supporting strategic goals. Candidates should have strong analytical skills, a degree in accountancy, and proficiency in MS Office and Power BI. A minimum of 2 years of commercial experience is preferred. Competitive remuneration and opportunities for career advancement are offered.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical ability and proactiveness in problem-solving.
• Excellent effective communication skills.
• Meticulous and focused on deliverables.
• Able to perform professionally under pressure.
• Good time management.
• Excellent organizational skills with a positive attitude and self-motivation.
• Strong financial management including accounting skills and financial reporting standards.
• Preferably with a minimum of 2 years of analysis/commercial experience.

Responsibilities

• Be part of the finance management team to drive achieving company’s strategic goals.
• Perform Business Analysis specifically focused on operational cost in relation to business activities.
• Review cost fluctuations and highlight potential margin optimization areas.
• Evaluate and standardize agencies’ cost control structure.
• Statutory and Management Financial and Tax Analysis.
• Responsible for cost control process and system enhancement projects.
• Proactively provide support to the changing needs of the business.

Skills

Analytical ability

Effective communication skills

Problem-solving

Time management

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Financial management

MS Office

SQL applications

Power BI

Education

Degree in Accountancy

CA certification

Job description

A leading shipping company in Singapore is seeking a finance professional to join their management team. This role involves business analysis focused on operational costs, financial reporting, and supporting strategic goals. Candidates should have strong analytical skills, a degree in accountancy, and proficiency in MS Office and Power BI. A minimum of 2 years of commercial experience is preferred. Competitive remuneration and opportunities for career advancement are offered.