Senior Finance Analyst

Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting, Planning and Forecasting · In charge of month-end reporting, forecast cycles, and annual operating plan (AOP)activities for assigned business areas. · Prepare timely and accurate management reports, financial presentations, and performance updates for plant leadership. · Analyse actual performance against forecasts, budgets, and prior periods, providing clear variance explanations and actionable business insights. · Support rolling forecasts, risk and opportunity assessments and financial scenario modelling · Develop and maintain dashboards, financial models, and performance tracking tools to support planning, reporting, and decision-making. Manufacturing Finance and Business Partnership · Partner with plant leadership, operations, and other functions to provide financial insights and support operational and strategic decisions. · Monitor inventory, manufacturing performance, production volume, productivity, and cost absorption, identifying key risks and opportunities. · Support business cases, capital expenditure evaluations, cost reduction, productivity programs, and cross-functional improvement initiatives. Inventory and Cost Management • Support inventory valuation, inventory reduction initiatives, and associated financial analysis. • Monitor inventory-related financial impacts including excess and obsolete inventory. • Analyse manufacturing cost drivers and support standard cost reviews when required. Internal Controls and Compliance • Ensure compliance with corporate finance policies, accounting standards, and internal control requirements. • Support internal and external audit activities. • Maintain accuracy, completeness, and integrity of financial data and reporting. Trade Compliance Support • Support the preparation, review, and submission of product cost statements required by Customs and regulatory authorities. • Assist in responding to customs audits, government inquiries, and requests for supporting documentation. Qualifications/ Education • Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related discipline. • Professional qualification (CPA, ACCA, CIMA, CMA or equivalent) is an advantage. Experience • Minimum 6 to 8 years of relevant finance experience. • Manufacturing or supply chain finance experience preferred. Knowledge and Skills • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modelling. • Excellent communication and presentation skills. • Ability to influence stakeholders across different functions and organizational levels. • Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. • Continuous improvement mindset and willingness to challenge existing processes constructively.