Assistant Manager, Financial Planning and Analysis

About the role

The Assistant Manager, Financial Planning and Analysis will drive financial strategies that improve business performance while ensuring compliance with statutory regulations and corporate objectives. This role will lead the planning and analysis function, delivering insights that support senior management decision‑making.

Key responsibilities

• Implement financial models and forecasting techniques to support strategic decisions.
• Improve financial reporting processes for accurate, timely insights.
• Establish robust budgeting mechanisms to monitor and control performance.
• Manage cost accounting functions to enhance efficiency and profitability.
• Conduct variance analysis and identify cost‑reduction opportunities.
• Oversee financial risk assessment and develop mitigation plans.
• Present financial insights to senior management for strategic planning.
• Standardise reporting structures and performance analysis.
• Enhance business intelligence tools for better data visualisation and analytics.
• Support capital investment evaluations, ensuring financial feasibility.
• Enhance reporting accuracy and compliance with standards.
• Monitor implementation of process‑improvement initiatives.
• Establish key performance metrics to track financial efficiency.
• Promote a culture of excellence in financial planning and analysis.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• Master’s degree in a relevant discipline is preferred.
• Professional certifications such as CMA, ACCA or equivalent are a plus.
• 5‑7 years of experience in financial planning and analysis.

Required skills