The Role
This position will be responsible for a portfolio of entities and Group level forecasting and budgeting as well as the evaluation of actual results against forecasts and budgets/targets. You will also be leading the financial modelling, simulations, and variance analysis and reporting them to senior management. You will independently prepare top quality presentations and analysis for strategic decisions/topics, interpret, evaluate and develop integrated business analyses and projections for incorporation into strategic decision-making.
Job Responsibilities
- Responsible for forecasting/budget exercise and analysis reports for a portfolio of entities and Group level for reporting to senior management.
- Develop the Group annual budget/monthly forecast targets by partnering with senior management and business units.
- Responsible for preparation of forecast and budget presentation materials for senior management, including underlying key assumptions/drivers, trend analysis and potential scenarios
- Responsible for the performance measurement reporting process including key performance metrics (KPIs) reporting
- Develop a range of scenarios (i.e. impact to Group’s results and KPIs) for strategic planning purposes
- Coordinate with various business units across various geographical regions to ensure timely submission of forecast/budget numbers
- Drive process improvement initiatives, including the implementation of new processes and systems, e.g. Enterprise Performance Management system
- Support any other ad-hoc projects as required
Job Requirements
- Chartered Accountant with Degree in Accountancy, Finance or ACCA or other quantitative disciplines where relevant.
- At least 5 years of relevant experience.
- Experience in advanced financial modelling, analytical skills and a strong attention to details would be highly advantageous.
- Strong verbal and written communication.
- Able to perform in a highly collaborative work environment and to multi-task and work under pressure, both independently and in a team, in a fast-paced environment.
- Other key attributes include proficiency in MS Office, particularly in Excel, and familiar with financial knowledge.
- Experience with SAP S4 Hana system/other planning tools (eg. SAP Business Planning and Consolidation/Tagetik) and/or real estate knowledge will have an added advantage.