FP&A Manager
Job Summary
We are seeking a sharp, passionate, and business-savvy FP&A Manager to lead financial planning and analysis for our growing Malaysia plant operation. You will act as a strategic partner to plant leadership, driving performance management, shaping financial strategy, and ensuring compliance. The ideal candidate is proactive, hands-on, and capable of influencing outcomes across functions.
Responsibilities
- Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning
- Partner with plant leadership and operations teams
- Oversee cost accounting, inventory, and manufacturing KPIs
- Drive financial performance, cost optimization, and process improvement
Required Skills
- 5-8+ years FP&A/Operational Finance experience
- Expertise in cost accounting and manufacturing KPIs
- Proficiency in SAP and ERP systems
- Strong business acumen and communication skills
Job Details
Key Responsibilities
Financial Planning & Analysis
- Lead the Malaysia plant’s budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes.
- Deliver clear, data-driven insights on financial performance, variances, profitability, and cost trends.
- Build robust financial models to support operational decisions and growth initiatives.
Business Partnership
- Serve as the primary finance partner to plant leadership, operations, supply chain, and procurement teams.
- Translate financial data into actionable recommendations to improve operational efficiency and profitability.
- Influence decision-making through strong financial perspective, clear communication, and commercial understanding.
Operational & Plant Finance
- Oversee cost accounting, inventory valuation, production variances, and manufacturing KPIs.
- Work closely with operations teams to optimize resource utilization, reduce waste, and drive continuous improvement.
- Support capital investment analysis, capacity planning, make-versus-buy decisions, and automation projects.
- Oversee Customer P&L’s and drive profitable growth.
Ownership & Decision Support
- Take ownership of plant financial performance and ensure alignment with regional and global objectives.
- Provide real-time financial guidance during key business discussions, trade-offs, and scenario planning.
- Anticipate risks and opportunities, proposing solutions before issues arise.
Compliance & Controls
- Ensure adherence to global finance policies, and internal controls, as may be relevant in FP&A.
- Support internal/external audits and ensure accurate, timely financial reporting.
Process Improvement
- Lead initiatives to enhance forecasting accuracy, reporting efficiency, and financial transparency.
- Implement best practices and scalable processes to support ongoing plant growth.
Requirements
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field; advanced degree or certification (CPA, CMA, MBA) is a plus.
- 5–8+ years of FP&A or operational finance experience, preferably in manufacturing or plant operations.
- Strong understanding of cost accounting, production finance, and operational KPIs.
Other Requirements
- Good English speaking skills.
- Must have worked in a manufacturing set up.
- Must have worked in MNC environment.
- Able to work in a fast paced environment.
- Experience with SAP & financial reporting tools.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong business acumen with the ability to understand operational drivers and link them to financial outcomes.
- Sharp analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and presentation abilities, capable of influencing cross-functional teams.
- Proficiency in financial systems, ERP platforms, and advanced Excel/BI tools.
- Comfort working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with evolving priorities.