Financial Planning and Analysis Manager (FP&A Manager)

5-7 Years

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Job Description

Job Description

Financial Planning & Analysis

Lead the Malaysia plants 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&Ls and drive profitable growth

Ownership & Decision Support

Take ownership of plant financial performance and ensure alignment with regional and globalobjectives.
Provide real-time financial guidance during key business discussions, trade-offs, an scenarioplanning.
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.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field; advanced degree or certification (CPA, CMA, MBA) is a plus.
58+ 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

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 crossfunctional teams.
Proficiency in financial systems, ERP platforms, and advanced Excel/BI tools.
Comfort working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with evolving priorities.

Personal Attributes

Why Is This a Great Opportunity

Strategic Role Partner directly with plant leadership and influence key business decisions.
High Ownership Take charge of budgeting, forecasting, and overall financial performance.
MNC Exposure Gain valuable experience in a multinational environment with strong career growth potential.
Broad Finance Scope Build expertise in cost accounting, plant finance, and operational KPIs.
Business Impact Drive process improvements, cost optimization, and profitability growth.

Salary Type : Monthly

Salary Min : RM 20000

Salary Max : RM 23500

Currency Type : MYR