Senior Financial Planning Analyst

Company Description

Verdant Solar is a trusted solar energy company in Malaysia, committed to delivering high-quality solar panels, inverters, and batteries to meet the rising demand for renewable energy. With over 2,000 completed projects and 3,000 satisfied customers, we provide cutting-edge solar solutions tailored to your energy needs. Our expert consultation, custom system design, and professional installation ensure a seamless transition to clean energy. Verdant Solar offers competitive prices and unrivaled service, helping residential and commercial users efficiently harness solar power while reducing carbon emissions.

Role Description

This is a full-time hybrid role for a Senior Financial Planning Analyst located in Johor Baharu with some work-from-home flexibility. The Senior Financial Planning Analyst will be responsible for overseeing financial planning processes, conducting budgeting and forecasting activities, developing financial models, and analyzing financial data to provide insights and recommendations. The analyst will collaborate with different departments to ensure accurate financial reporting and support strategic decision-making.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Finance, Accounting or a related field
• 3 to 5 years experience in FP&A, management reporting, or audit
• Strong analytical skills with advanced Excel
• Experience with ERP system is a plus
• Familiarity with Malaysian IPO environment and solar/EPCC business model is an advantage
• Financial and business acumen with a proactive mindset
• Strong business partnering and communication skills
• Organised, independent, and deadline-oriented
• Strategic thinking with high attention to detail

Key Responsibilities

Planning & Budgeting

- Prepare annual budget and business plan with departmental HODs

- Maintain rolling forecasts and variance tracking

- Provide commentary for deviations vs. budget/forecast

Financial Reporting & Analysis

- Generate monthly management reports (P&L, project profitability, OPEX trends)

- Perform variance analysis and track metrics

- Support Finance Manager on board decks and investor updates

Business Performance Insights

- Analyse project margins, recurring revenue models, and cost trends

- Partner with project, sales, and supply chain teams to model commercial decisions

- Identify financial risks/opportunities and recommend actions

Modelling & Scenario Planning

- Build dynamic Excel or Power BI models

- Prepare sensitivity analysis and investment appraisals Legal Compliance Support

- Support company secretary and legal related matters