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Job Description

Be Part of Lifewood's Global Growth Journey!

About the Role

As a Financial Analyst, you will be responsible for analyzing financial data, supporting financial planning activities, and providing actionable insights to support business and project-related decision-making. This role requires strong analytical capabilities, high accuracy, and a solid understanding of financial, accounting, and quantitative principles.

You will work closely with internal teams to support budgeting, forecasting, project financial tracking, and month-end processes in a fast-paced, data-driven environment.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Accounting, Finance, or other related fields.
  • 3–5 years of accounting experience, with exposure to month-end closing and full set of accounts considered an advantage.
  • Good command of spoken and written English.
  • Strong accounting knowledge with good organizational skills.
  • High level of accuracy; able to work efficiently under tight timelines.
  • Able to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Experience using accounting software is an added advantage.

Key Responsibilities

  • Analyze project cost structures, pricing assumptions, and financial feasibility to support budgeting and commercial decisions.
  • Prepare project budgets and financial forecasts based on project scope, resource plans, and historical performance data.
  • Monitor actual project performance against budgets and forecasts, identifying variances and potential financial risks.
  • Provide financial insights, analysis, and reports to management to support planning, prioritization, and decision-making.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date project-related financial records with proper documentation.
  • Support invoicing, cost tracking, and payment follow-ups related to project activities.
  • Assist with month-end closing by ensuring project-related figures are complete, accurate, and properly reconciled.
  • Coordinate with internal teams and external parties (e.g. auditors, tax agents, bankers) on finance or project-related matters when required.
  • Leverage AI and GPT-based tools to enhance financial analysis, forecasting accuracy, and reporting efficiency.
  • Perform ad-hoc financial, analytical, or operational tasks as assigned.

What We Can Offer

  • Medical claim coverage
  • Lunch provided on working days
  • Opportunities for business travel and overseas assignments
  • Exposure to international projects and cross-country work experience
  • Clear career growth and advancement pathways
  • A supportive and collaborative work culture
  • Fun team-building activities and social events

Apply Today!

If you are passionate about finance, data analysis, and eager to grow your career in a global and technology-driven environment, we would love to hear from you.

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Job ID: 139671889

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