Manager, Financial Planning

Posted:
9/17/2025, 6:09:38 PM

Location(s):
Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia ⋅ Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Experience Level(s):
Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Finance & Banking


Job Description

Job Description
1) Budgeting, Forecasting & Strategic Planning
•    Lead the preparation of the annual budget, 5-year financial projections and weekly/monthly/quarterly financial forecast clearly articulating key business drivers to senior management and investors.
•    Ensure alignment of budget and forecasts with Tribe/Line of Business (LOB) strategic objectives and business plans.
•    Conduct comprehensive analysis to validate assumptions and assess market trends for reasonableness and accuracy.

 2) Financial Reporting & Performance Analysis
•    Prepare periodic financial reports and dashboards, comparing actual results to budget, forecasts, and prior years.
•    Highlight key variances, identify root causes, and recommend actionable insights.
•    Proactively collaborate with stakeholders to implement corrective measures where necessary.

 3) Management Information System (MIS) & Reporting Automation
•    Ensure data readiness and integrity for accurate and timely management reporting.
•    Drive automation initiatives using tools such as RPA to improve reporting efficiency and reduce reliance on manual processes.
•    Partner with regional teams and cross-functional departments to streamline data accessibility and reporting processes.

4) Financial Modelling & Business Support
•    Support Tribe/LOB leads with financial simulations, sensitivity analyses, and business case development for new initiatives.
•    Collaborate with the Head of FP&A to drive continuous process improvement and finance transformation initiatives.

Qualifications
•    Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Mathematics, or related discipline. Professional qualifications (e.g., CPA, ACCA) are an advantage.
•    Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in a financial services environment or accounting firm.
•    Strong analytical and financial modelling skills with a keen attention to detail.
•    Agile, self-driven, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with tight deadlines.
•    Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
•    Strong ownership mentality with a solution-oriented approach and continuous improvement mindset.
•    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders across all levels.
•    Proficient in Microsoft Excel / Google Sheets and PowerPoint / Google Slides; experience with Google Data Studio or other BI tools is a plus.
•    Effective project management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities concurrently.