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Financial Analyst

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This job is all about diving into numbers to help a company thrive! You might like this job because you'll analyze financial data, create reports, and work with different teams to spot cost-saving opportunities and boost profits.

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Bayan Lepas, Penang

Job Description

 

Job Summary :

The Finance Analyst (FP&A) plays a key role in evaluating financial and operational performance by analyzing key metrics and identifying value drivers. The role supports strategic decision-making through financial modeling, reporting, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to drive profitability and operational efficiency.

Job descriptions

  • Prepare financial forecasts, variance analysis and financial reports on monthly and/or adhoc basis
  • Compile and validate data for journal entries, reviews general ledger entries by cost center and related financial for reasonableness
  • Generate regular financial reports including MTD, VAR, IL, Workcell Variance, MAP and workcell performance by weekly and/or monthly basis
  • Collaborate with various departments (Ops & BU) to gather data and provide financial insights
  • Develop financial modeling to identify cost saving and process improvement opportunities
  • Analyse the TC elements and highlight key issues in Weekly Indicator, Workcell Statement and Forecast
  • Partner with operational teams in lean initiatives and financial impact assessment
  • Review contracts /agreements to ensure alignment with actual cost structures
  • Provide workcell accounting training and Prism system supports to BUMs and Operational teams
  • Ensure compliance with SOX key controls and maintain proper documentation
  • Perform additional duties as required to support finance and business objectives and responsibilities as assigned


Job Requirements

Education & Experience Requirements

  • A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required
  • 1-2 years of relevant work experience preferred
  • Or an equivalent combination of education, training and practical experience may also be considered in place of formal qualifications

Knowledge Requirements

  • Strong ability to identify problems, analyze root causes and research effective solutions
  • Capable of working independently and collaboratively to address accounting and financial matters proactively
  • Able to perform under pressure, manage multiple tasks and adapt to shifting priorities and deadlines
  • Skilled in data extraction and analysis to identify trends, abnormalities and variances
  • Effective in presenting information clearly and responding to inquiries from both internal and external stakeholders
  • Excellent analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities
  • Team oriented with a collaboration mindset and a focus on building solid working relationships
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint), with advanced skills in Power BI and Excel Macros for data analysis and automation
  • Advanced computer literacy, including familiarity with Jabil’s integrated systems such as SAP, Controller and Prism

Skills

SAP Applications
Microsoft Office
Prism
Financial Accounting
Financial Analysis

Company Benefits

Wellbeing Coverage

Competitive medical, dental and vision plans

Paid Time Off

Paid time off and eligibility for two additional Mental Health days & one additional Day of Service

Employee Discounts

Tuition reimbursement and employee discounts.


Additional Info

Experience Level

1 - 3 Years of Experience

Career Level

Junior Executive


Company Profile

Jabil Circuit Sdn Bhd-logo-image

Jabil Circuit Sdn Bhd

At Jabil (NYSE: JBL), we are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain solutions. With over 50 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we...