financial analyst in Subang Jaya

about our client

our client is a leading FMCG MNC company, marketing their wide range of products across South East Asia. Their customer-oriented approach has allowed them to define the market by improving its existing products through innovation.

about the role

In a team of 3, the Financial Analyst will be reporting directly to the Financial Controller of Singapore and Malaysia and mainly responsible for tracking, monitoring and reviewing of trade spend (D&R and A&P) and commercial support for Sales, as well as.

• Coordinate and communicate with the sales team to ensure all promotional activities for the period are captured and accounted for in the financial statements.
• Work with accounts receivable to ensure deductions are properly applied to promotion accruals
• Understand and ensure policies and procedures are adhered to, meet month-end close and project timelines and liaise with sales and accounting teams on issues and concerns
• Review and highlight any overspending and irregularities on trade spend by customer
• Perform month-end closing on trade spend
• Perform month-end variance analysis of trade spend and tier discount by conveying the correct message to the superior and commercial team on the overall spending status
• Create data collection templates, disseminating, collecting, summarizing and assessing of data on trade spend
• Analyses of business variance drivers, initiate corrections with responsible function on trade spend and tier discount
• Responsible for price maintenance in JDE system
• Manage and handle dispute claims on trade spend by customer
• Provide process improvements and ad hoc analysis as well as work on special projects
• Embed company’s core value, key success factor (speed, focus, innovation) and Operational Goals (Quality, Productivity & Consistency) throughout all business directions and day to day operations.

your profile

• Diploma in Finance or equivalent
• Min 2 years’ experience in Finance related field
• Working experience within the FMCG or Manufacturing industries would be an added advantage
• Good interpersonal skills for building strong relationships and relates well with others to drive results.
• Strong analytical mind and understanding of financial planning for the company
• Good problem-solving capability
• Computer Skills ( PowerPoint, Outlook, Word, Excel)

culture & benefits

The successful candidate can anticipate an attractive remuneration package with an organization that is willing to invest in L&D opportunities in order to enhance the employees' skills and ensure a clear career development path.

how to apply

To apply online, please click on the appropriate link. Alternatively, please contact Pamela Pillai on pamela.pillai@randstad.com.my or 03-20367589. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.