Job Title: Assistant Manager – Financial Planning & Analysis
Department: Finance
Reports to: Senior Manager - Financial Planning & Analysis
Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities
Financial Reporting & Analysis:
- Prepare and track monthly Profit & Loss (P&L) statements against plans.
- Generate monthly, quarterly, and annual business performance reports, identifying deviations from forecasts/plans and providing analytical insights.
- Create industry update reports on a monthly basis to monitor trends.
- Develop monthly sales flash reports for quick performance summaries.
- Conduct financial benchmarking to understand market trends and derive actionable insights.
Strategic Support:
- Assist in preparing data and presentations for quarterly board meetings.
- Support in the development of the Annual Operating Plan (AOP), forecasts, and long-term strategic plans.
- Prepare various management presentations, including but not limited to expense decks, strategy decks, and business performance summaries.
Expense Management & Budgeting:
- Perform monthly expense analysis and prepare detailed reports.
- Support budgetary processes and implement changes within the accounting system as required.
- Conduct cost-benefit analyses for business decisions and process improvements.
Stakeholder Management:
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to meet ad-hoc requirements promptly.
- Build and maintain professional relationships across departments and external entities.
Process Improvements:
- Drive improvements in budgeting, procurement, and accounting processes for enhanced accuracy and efficiency.