Senior Financial Analyst

Senior Finance AnalystBasic Salary : RM9,000 - RM10,000

Location: Kuala Lumpur, MalaysiaWork Arrangement: HybridAbout the RoleWe are looking for a commercially minded Senior Finance Analyst to support financial planning, business performance analysis and strategic decision-making.In this role, you will work closely with Finance, Commercial and Operations stakeholders to drive budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting and profitability analysis.

You will translate financial data into meaningful insights, identify risks and opportunities, and support initiatives to improve business performance and cost efficiency.Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)Lead and coordinate annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting and long-range financial planning activities.Analyse actual financial performance against budgets, forecasts and prior periods, highlighting key variances, trends, risks and opportunities.Prepare financial reports, management dashboards and presentations to support business decision-making.Consolidate financial information and ensure timely and accurate submissions to regional and group finance teams.Business Performance & Profitability AnalysisAnalyse revenue, costs, margins and profitability across products and business segments.Conduct scenario and sensitivity analysis to evaluate business performance and support commercial decisions.Monitor product margins and profitability, including NCPM (Net Contribution Profit Margin), and provide insights into key performance drivers.Support ICP scenario analysis and assess the financial impact of business changes and commercial initiatives.Cost & Operational FinanceAnalyse cost of goods sold (COGS), production costs and other key cost drivers.Monitor production yield, wastage and cost efficiency, identifying opportunities for improvement.Work with Operations and relevant stakeholders to understand cost variances and recommend actions to improve profitability.Stakeholder Management & Process ImprovementCollaborate with Finance, Commercial and Operations teams to align financial plans with business objectives.Provide financial insights and recommendations to management and business stakeholders.Support improvements in financial reporting, forecasting processes, data accuracy and analytical tools.Perform ad hoc financial analysis and projects as required.RequirementsBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.Approximately 5–8 years of relevant FP&A or financial analysis experience, preferably in FMCG, manufacturing, food ingredients or a related industry.Strong experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial consolidation, variance analysis and management reporting.Experience in product profitability, gross margin analysis, COGS or operational cost analysis is highly desirable.Strong financial analytical, modelling and problem-solving skills.Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience working with financial reporting or ERP systems.Experience with SAP and Power BI is an advantage.Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to explain financial insights clearly.Good command of English, both written and spoken.A proactive, detail-oriented and commercially minded approach, with the ability to work across functions and meet deadlines.Why Join Us?Opportunity to contribute to financial planning and business performance in an international organisation.Exposure to cross-functional collaboration and strategic financial decision-making.Opportunity to drive cost efficiency, profitability and continuous improvement.Interested candidates are encouraged to apply with an updated resume and send to Nurul.Shazwani@adecco.com