MAIN PURPOSE
The FP&A Specialist plays a key role in supporting the financial health of the organization through financial planning, analysis, reporting, and cash flow monitoring.
The role works closely with cross-functional teams to support business performance, enhance decision-making, and ensure financial discipline, while operating under the direction of the Business Controller. In addition, the role provides support in treasury-related activities, including payment processing, in line with internal control requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Financial Planning, Analysis & Reporting
- Support preparation of budgets, forecasts (including Latest Estimate), and financial plans in line with internal and regional timelines.
- Perform variance analysis against budget, forecast, and prior year, and highlight key drivers and risks.
- Prepare and maintain financial reports and dashboards, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timely submission.
- Monitor key financial metrics including revenue, profitability, working capital, and cash flow.
- Business & Commercial Support
- Provide financial analysis on business performance, including product, channel, and customer profitability.
- Support evaluation of pricing, promotions, and other commercial initiatives.
- Work closely with stakeholders to ensure financial implications are clearly understood and aligned with business objectives.
- Budget Control & Financial Discipline
- Support budget monitoring and highlight risks and opportunities against plan.
- Assist in identifying cost optimization opportunities and tracking implementation.
- Ensure proper financial tracking and adherence to internal policies and guidelines.
- Cash Flow & Treasury Support
- Support cash flow monitoring and projection to ensure visibility on liquidity position.
- Assist in treasury-related activities, including payment processing and coordination with relevant stakeholders.
- Ensure all activities are performed in compliance with internal controls and segregation of duties.
- Process Improvement & Systems
- Contribute to improving financial processes, reporting efficiency, and data accuracy.
- Support automation initiatives and effective use of systems (e.g., SAP, reporting tools).
- Maintain data integrity and support continuous improvement in FP&A practices.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field (MBA or professional certifications like CMA, CA, ACCA is a plus).
- 2–3 years of experience in FP&A or related finance roles, preferably in retail, FMCG, or distribution industries.
- Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and basic cash flow management.
- Good understanding of financial metrics including profitability and working capital.
- Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP).
- Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI) is an advantage.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to work under pressure.
- Good interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively across functions.
