Senior Finance Analyst - Commercial Strategy

• Opportunity to work in a collaborative environment
• Be part of a flexible working environment
  
  
  

About Our Client

Our client is a globally recognised consumer goods organisation with a long history in Malaysia, this company produces a broad portfolio of food and beverage products enjoyed by households across the country. With multiple local manufacturing sites and well-established operations, it emphasises quality, innovation, and responsible business practices. The organisation is also actively involved in community engagement and sustainability initiatives while continuously evolving to meet changing consumer needs.

Job Description

Financial Planning & Forecasting

• Support the preparation of annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and long-range financial plans.
• Analyse key drivers, trends, and assumptions to ensure accuracy and reliability of forecasts.
• Partner with business stakeholders to validate inputs and align financial targets with commercial strategies.
  
  
  

Performance Reporting & Analysis

• Produce monthly management reports covering P&L, revenue performance, gross margin, and key commercial KPIs.
• Perform variance analysis to explain business performance, highlighting risks, opportunities, and corrective actions.
• Prepare dashboards and insights for management meetings and business reviews.
  
  
  

Business Partnering

• Work closely with Sales, Marketing, Operations, and Supply Chain to support commercial decision-making.
• Evaluate promotional activities, pricing strategies, and new product initiatives through financial modelling.
• Provide analytical support for commercial negotiations, customer profitability, and margin improvement projects.
  
  
  

Financial Modelling & Scenario Analysis

• Develop robust financial models to assess business cases, investment proposals, and strategic initiatives.
• Conduct sensitivity analysis and scenario planning to support management decisions.
  
  
  

Cost & Margin Analysis

• Monitor product margins, rebates, discounts, and cost-to-serve metrics.
• Identify opportunities for cost optimisation, revenue enhancement, and efficiency improvements.
  
  
  

Controls, Governance & Reporting Accuracy

• Ensure financial reporting aligns with accounting standards, internal controls, and corporate guidelines.
• Support month-end closing activities related to revenue, accruals, provisions, and adjustments.
  
  
  

Continuous Improvement

• Drive process improvement initiatives to enhance reporting efficiency, data quality, and forecasting accuracy.
• Support system enhancements, BI tools implementation, and automation of reporting processes.
  
  
  

Ad-hoc Support

• Prepare ad-hoc analysis, reporting, and insights as requested by management.
• Support cross-functional projects and strategic initiatives.
  
  
  

The Successful Applicant

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in FP&A, commercial finance, business analysis, or related field.
• Strong financial modelling and analytical capabilities.
• Proficiency in Excel; experience with BI tools (Power BI/Tableau), SAP, or similar ERP systems is an advantage.
• Experience working with sales, marketing, or commercial teams is highly preferred.
  
  
  

What's On Offer

• Contract: 6 Months (Subject for potential conversion to permanent)
• Hybrid working arrangement
• Covered medical expenses
• Opportunity to join a leading FMCG brand with strong market presence and continuous growth.
• High-visibility FP&A role partnering closely with Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, and Leadership teams.
• Exposure to end-to-end commercial operations, including pricing, promotions, category performance, and customer profitability.
• Career development opportunities with clear pathways into Senior Analyst, Finance Manager, or Commercial Finance roles.
• Dynamic and fast-paced environment that encourages analytical thinking, innovation, and continuous improvement.
  
  
  

Contact: Ariff Kamri

Quote job ref: JN-112025-6890553