About the role

Aplyr's Quick Take

This role is focused on financial analysis for the Asia region, involving monthly reporting, budgeting, and forecasting. You'll be working independently to manage financial transactions and collaborate with department heads on operational expenses. It's primarily an individual contributor role with a strong emphasis on data analysis and reporting.

Good fit

Candidates with over 6 years of experience in financial analysis, particularly in multinational environments, will thrive here. A detail-oriented approach and strong analytical skills are essential, along with the ability to work independently.

Worth noting

The role requires strong communication skills and experience with sales teams, which may not be typical for all finance analyst positions. Familiarity with tools like Hyperion and Business Central is a plus, but not mandatory.

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Position Summary

Key Responsibilities

Manage monthly actuals reporting for Asia region, including variance analysis comparing budget and forecast.
Support budgeting and forecasting cycles.
Monthly/Quarterly deck preparation with KPI reporting
Consolidate and analyze sales pipelines and identify gaps to achieve financial targets
Ensure monthly financial transactions and reporting are captured accurately and timely as to not impact P&L
Business partner with department heads for OPEX/SGA forecasting
Managing Quarterly Commission calculations

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
6+ years of experience in financial analysis or similar role.
Strong verbal and written communication skills with high attention to detail
Ability to work independently, manage daily operational tasks, and meet deadlines
Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to identify trends and resolve issues
Solid understanding of accounting and economic principles, financial reporting, and controls
Strong proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
Demonstrated experience working with Sales Team members and Margin Analysis calculations.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Hyperion and Business Central is a plus.
Experienced working in multinational or global organizations across different cultures, including shared service center and matrix organizations.
Professional certifications (CPA, CFA, CMA) are desirable.

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