Job Description

We are seeking a sharp, passionate, and business-savvy FP&A Manager to lead financial planning and analysis for our growing Malaysia plant operation. This is a high-impact role for a driven finance leader who thrives in fast-evolving environments and enjoys being deeply embedded in the business. You will act as a strategic partner to plant leadership, driving performance management, shaping financial strategy, ensuring compliance, and enabling strong decision making as the site continues to expand. 

The ideal candidate is proactive, hands-on, and confident in navigating ambiguity, with a strong sense of ownership and the ability to influence outcomes across functions.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Lead the Malaysia plant’s budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes.
• Deliver clear, data-driven insights on financial performance, variances, profitability, and cost trends.
• Build robust financial models to support operational decisions and growth initiatives.

Business Partnership

• Serve as the primary finance partner to plant leadership, operations, supply chain, and procurement teams.
• Translate financial data into actionable recommendations to improve operational efficiency and profitability.
• Influence decision-making through strong financial perspective, clear communication, and commercial understanding.

Operational & Plant Finance

• Oversee cost accounting, inventory valuation, production variances, and manufacturing KPIs.
• Work closely with operations teams to optimize resource utilization, reduce waste, and drive continuous improvement.
• Support capital investment analysis, capacity planning, make-versus-buy decisions, and automation projects.
• Oversee Customer P&L’s and drive profitable growth

Ownership & Decision Support

• Take ownership of plant financial performance and ensure alignment with regional and global objectives.
• Provide real-time financial guidance during key business discussions, trade-offs, an scenario planning.
• Anticipate risks and opportunities, proposing solutions before issues arise.

Compliance & Controls

• Ensure adherence to global finance policies, and internal controls, as may be relevant in FP&A.
• Support internal/external audits and ensure accurate, timely financial reporting.

Process Improvement

• Lead initiatives to enhance forecasting accuracy, reporting efficiency, and financial transparency.
• Implement best practices and scalable processes to support ongoing plant growth.

Job Requirements

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field; advanced degree or certification (CPA, CMA, MBA) is a plus.
• 5–8+ years of FP&A or operational finance experience, preferably in manufacturing or plant operations.
• Strong understanding of cost accounting, production finance, and operational KPIs.

Other Requirements:

• Good English speaking skills
• Must have worked in a manufacturing set up
• Must have worked in MNC environment
• Able to work in a fast paced environment
• Experience with SAP & financial reporting tools

Skills & Competencies

• Strong business acumen with the ability to understand operational drivers and link them to financial outcomes.
• Sharp analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities, capable of influencing crossfunctional teams.
• Proficiency in financial systems, ERP platforms, and advanced Excel/BI tools.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with evolving priorities.

Personal Attributes

• Passionate, self-driven, and intellectually curious.
• High sense of ownership and accountability.
• Confident decision-maker with the ability to navigate ambiguity.
• Collaborative mindset paired with the courage to challenge constructively.

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