Senior financial analyst, Randstad

Randstad

Location:

Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur

Category:

Finance

Contract Type:

Not provided

Salary:

10000.00 - 14000.00 RM / Month

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Job Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Financial Analyst to join our dynamic finance team. This role will focus on Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Category Finance, and Commercial Finance within our FMCG division. The successful candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to provide actionable financial insights, contribute to strategic decision-making, and support the long-term growth and profitability of the business. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in driving financial excellence at a leading global FMCG company.

Job Responsibility:

Lead the preparation and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for the assigned category, ensuring accuracy and alignment with business objectives
Provide insights into financial performance, highlighting key drivers, risks, and opportunities
Support the budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning processes, collaborating with business leaders and category managers
Analyze and interpret financial data to support senior management decision-making
Own the financial performance of the assigned category, providing deep insights into sales, cost structures, and profitability
Evaluate financial performance across different product categories and geographies, ensuring alignment with business strategy and targets
Develop and maintain financial models for category performance, ensuring robust tracking and reporting of KPIs
Perform profitability analysis to optimize product mix, pricing strategies, and cost efficiencies
Collaborate with the commercial and sales teams to provide financial insights that drive business growth and profitability
Support pricing strategies, promotions, and trade spend management, ensuring alignment with financial targets and profitability
Develop financial models and scenarios to assess the impact of various commercial initiatives (e.g., new product launches, marketing campaigns, promotions)
Evaluate the financial impact of customer and distributor negotiations, providing strategic financial input
Support the development and execution of strategic financial plans, including cost savings initiatives and growth targets
Provide financial support and analysis for key business initiatives, including new product development, market entry strategies, and cost optimization programs
Work closely with the senior finance leadership team to evaluate financial performance against targets and provide recommendations for improvement
Build strong relationships with key stakeholders across commercial, supply chain, marketing, and sales teams to drive financial understanding and alignment
Present financial performance and strategic insights to senior management, providing actionable recommendations and supporting key business decisions
Continuously seek opportunities to improve financial processes, reporting tools, and systems to enhance efficiency and accuracy
Contribute to the implementation of best practices in financial analysis and planning

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
Professional qualifications (e.g., CFA, CMA, ACCA, or MBA) are preferred
5+ years of experience in FP&A, Category Finance, or Commercial Finance roles within the FMCG sector
Strong experience in analyzing financial performance and supporting business decision-making in a fast-paced commercial environment
Proven track record in partnering with commercial teams and delivering actionable financial insights that drive growth and profitability
Advanced proficiency in Excel (e.g., financial modeling, pivot tables, advanced functions) and other financial tools/software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Hyperion, etc.)
Strong understanding of financial modeling, profitability analysis, and cost accounting
Experience with BI tools and reporting platforms is a plus
Strong understanding of FMCG industry dynamics, including sales, marketing, supply chain, and trade spend management
Ability to analyze complex data and distill actionable insights that support business decisions
Excellent commercial mindset with the ability to challenge assumptions and drive results
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels of the organization
Ability to present financial data in a clear, concise, and actionable manner
Strong analytical skills with the ability to think strategically and provide solutions to complex financial problems
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and navigate ambiguity

Nice to have:

Professional qualifications (e.g., CFA, CMA, ACCA, or MBA)
Experience with BI tools and reporting platforms

Additional Information:

Job Posted:

March 29, 2025

Expiration:

May 22, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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