Business Finance Senior Analyst
- Cavite
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Financial Analysis includes but not limited to:
b. Prepare detailed financial reports, forecasts, and budgets to aid in decision making activities/processes
c. Conduct variance analysis to identify discrepancies between forecast versus actual financial performance
d. Collaborate with inventory control teams to ensure accurate valuation, reconciliation, and analysis of inventory levels. Provide insights on inventory optimization and assist in the resolution of inventory-related issues.
e. Other reporting and analysis such as Part weights validation, direct labor productivity, Price, volume & FX sales data, purchase productivity validation, freight and other logistic data collections and their lives * Cost analysisa. Collaborate with production teams to identify cost drivers, analyze cost trends, and implement strategies to optimize costs and improve profitability
b. Monitor and collect manufacturing costs such as labor and inventory and identify cost saving opportunities without compromising product quality or operational efficiency. * Budgeting and Forecastinga. Create and compute accurate financial forecasts based on historical data and production requirements
b. Monitoring of budgets for manufacturing projects, department, and overall operations
c. Collaborate with the plant finance team to develop and manage manufacturing budgets, forecasts and financial plans * Data analysisa. Extraction of information from large datasets translating them to meaningful use to support decision making
b. Utilize advanced data analysis techniques and financial modeling to provide insight into business performance * Process optimization and transformationa. Identify inefficiencies in financial processes and implement improvements to enhance data accuracy and efficiency
b. Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes and enhance operational efficiency. Implement best practices and standardize financial procedures across the manufacturing department.
c. Streamline financial reporting and procedures and automate repetitive tasks using available software/solution such as Power Automate, BluePrism, UiPath and the likes * Stakeholder & Cross-Functional Collaborationsa. Present financial reports (Monthly and Quarterly Business Reviews MBR & QBR) and analysis to management explaining financial implications and concepts in an understandable manner.
b. Collaborating to plant finance business partners, production, supply chain and from other department to gather relevant financial information and to align financial objectives with overall business goals. Provide financial guidance and support on manufacturing-related projects and initiatives. * Other adhoc activitiesa. One time financial reports and analysis
b. Participation on audit and compliance activities related to manufacturing.Who would be successful?
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field. A Master's degree or relevant professional certification (e.g., CPA, CMA) may be preferred.
- Proven experience in financial analysis, budgeting, and cost control, preferably within a manufacturing or production environment.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and provide actionable insights.
- Previous experience in finance, accounting, or a related role within a manufacturing environment is required. Knowledge of manufacturing processes and terminology.
- Proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and variance analysis.
- Advanced skills in MS Excel, Power Query and data analysis
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills presenting financial insights to stakeholders
- Understanding of cost accounting principles and techniques.
- Attention to detail and the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
- Financial analysis
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Cost control and reduction
- Inventory management
- Data analysis and interpretation
- Communication and collaboration
- Problem-solving and critical thinking
- Attention to detail
- Global family leave
- Comprehensive medical coverage for employee and dependents
- Worldwide Employee Stock Ownership
- Flexible work arrangement
- On-site gym
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