Assistant Financial Planning & Analysis Manager EAP

Company Description

Doka is a global leader in innovative formwork solutions and services across all areas of construction, and a worldwide supplier of comprehensive scaffolding systems for a broad range of applications. With more than 150 sales and logistics facilities in over 54 countries, Doka provides a high-performing distribution network that ensures expert advice, customer service and technical support on site, with equipment delivered quickly regardless of project size or complexity. Employing 8,400 people worldwide, Doka is part of the Umdasch Group, a company that has stood for reliability, experience and trustworthiness for more than 150 years and serves as the parent organisation for its directly affiliated divisions, including Doka, umdasch The Store Makers and umdasch Industrial Solutions.

EAP AREA TEAM Established to provide a versatile network of products, systems and expertise, Doka Asia Pacific (APAC) supports some of the world’s fastest growing economies. This positions Doka as a strong partner for a wide range of projects, from major infrastructure such as metro systems, bridges and tunnels to cost efficient housing developments. Headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, the Doka APAC Area team serves as the central hub for key functions across the region and acts as a link to our headquarters in Austria. Doka has strengthened its regional presence through the integration of MFE Formwork Technology, acquired in 2024 and based in Malaysia. MFE is the global market leader in monolithic aluminium formwork systems and is recognised for delivering innovative, high-quality products supported by exceptional customer service. Established in 1991, MFE has grown to become the world leader in aluminium formwork systems, offering solutions that complement and enhance Doka’s wider portfolio.

This role will be based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

WHAT IF your expertise kept global business moving? ​

Join Doka and support regional FP&A activities across the East Asia Pacific region by driving budgeting, forecasting and financial performance analysis to enhance decision-making, efficiency and business performance.

Job Description

Doka is seeking a resourceful, analytical and proactive Assistant Financial Planning & Analysis Manager EAP to join our East Asia Pacific regional finance team.

Reporting to the Senior FP&A Manager, this role will be responsible for driving budgeting, forecasting and performance management for assigned emerging markets, supporting area-level financial consolidation and insights, and overseeing regional overhead cost management.

The role will also support the simplification of financial reporting, implementing process automation and developing more efficient planning tools to strengthen financial visibility and decision-making across the region.

If you are keen to grow your career through regional exposure, enjoy collaborating with stakeholders across different markets, and have a curious mindset with a passion for improving how things work, we want to hear from you!

You will be responsible for:

1. Regional Budgeting & Forecasting

• Support annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting cycles for the East Asia Pacific region, including consolidation and validation of country submissions.
• Assist in preparing area-level financial analysis, scenario modelling and management presentations.
• Coordinate with country finance teams to ensure timely submissions, consistency of planning assumptions and alignment with Group reporting requirements.

2. Performance Monitoring & Analysis

• Support monthly area-level financial consolidation and management reporting, ensuring accuracy, consistency and timely delivery.
• Collaborate with country finance teams and business stakeholders to analyze financial performance, understand key business drivers and identify risks and opportunities.
• Support country performance reviews, benchmarking and financial deep dives to provide actionable insights and facilitate management discussions.

3. Emerging Markets FP&A and Regional Overheads Management

• Drive budgeting, forecasting and performance management for assigned emerging markets, working closely with business stakeholders.
• Partner with country management and cross-functional teams to understand business drivers, challenge assumptions and develop financial simulations to support commercial decisions, profitability improvement and cost optimization.
• Manage regional overhead budgeting, forecasting, cost monitoring and variance analysis, partnering with functional stakeholders to ensure cost visibility and discipline.

4. Reporting simplification, automation and other process improvement projects

• Support the Senior FP&A Manager in driving reporting simplification, standardisation and process automation across regional FP&A activities.
• Identify opportunities to streamline recurring reporting processes, reduce manual activities and improve data accuracy and efficiency.
• Develop and maintain Excel-based reporting templates, consolidation tools and financial dashboards, leveraging Power BI and other digital tools where appropriate.
• Support the development of financial models and analytical tools to strengthen scenario planning and business decision-making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or related discipline; CPA/ACCA/MICPA/CA preferred
• 6-8 years of FP&A or Controlling experience, preferably within a multinational environment
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and SAP are essential. Experience with Power BI and any other financial modelling too, is an added advantage
• Experience in financial consolidation, budgeting, forecasting and business partnering is preferred
• Exposure to construction, manufacturing, project-based or asset-intensive businesses is an added advantage

Additional Information

Core Competencies

1. Resourcefulness & Problem-Solving – Demonstrates initiative in troubleshooting issues, exploring practical solutions and exercising sound judgement in resolving or escalating matters
2. Technical Excellence & Continuous Improvement – Applies strong technical and analytical skills to improve reporting efficiency, simplify processes and develop practical solutions
3. Stakeholder Management & Communication – Builds effective working relationships and communicates confidently and professionally with country and regional stakeholders across different levels of seniority
4. Commercial & Analytical Acumen – Understands key business drivers, performs root-cause analysis and translates financial data into meaningful insights to support business decisions
5. Learning Agility & Adaptability – Curious and eager to learn, with the flexibility to challenge conventional approaches, adapt to changing priorities and navigate unfamiliar situations

KPIs (Key Performance Indicators)

• Accuracy of budgets and forecasts vs. actuals
• Timeliness and quality of management reporting and consolidation deliverables
• Quality of financial analysis and business insights
• Stakeholder satisfaction with FP&A support
• Continuous improvement in reporting, forecasting and process efficiency