FP&A analyst | MNC | 35K
A leading FMCG group with a strong presence across three Asian countries is seeking a Financial Planning and Analysis Analyst to join their expanding finance team in Hong Kong.
What you'll do:
- Support annual budgeting processes for all restaurant locations across three countries by gathering inputs from regional teams and consolidating data into comprehensive group-level models.
- Build and maintain complex Excel financial models for quarterly forecasting cycles under the guidance of the FP&A Manager, ensuring accuracy and relevance for evolving business needs.
- Conduct scenario analysis and sensitivity testing to evaluate different growth assumptions, providing valuable insights for strategic planning.
- Collaborate closely with country teams to validate planning assumptions and ensure alignment with local market realities.
- Prepare detailed quarterly forecast updates and perform variance analysis against prior forecasts to identify trends and areas for improvement.
- Develop comprehensive monthly management reports and executive presentations using PowerPoint, highlighting key financial performance indicators and trends.
- Create clear visualisations of financial results, making complex data accessible for senior management reviews and business discussions.
- Support monthly business reviews with country management teams by providing timely analysis and maintaining standardised reporting templates across all markets.
- Assist with ad hoc decision support analysis including business case development, ROI assessments for new restaurant openings, pricing strategies, menu optimisation, and operational decisions.
- Contribute to process improvement initiatives by helping streamline financial planning workflows, automate reporting tools, maintain data integrity, and document standardised procedures.
What you bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field is required to ensure foundational knowledge of core principles.
- at least 2 years of experience in financial planning & analysis or corporate finance roles equips you with practical expertise needed for this position.
- Advanced proficiency in Excel—including complex formulas, pivot tables, macros, and financial modelling—enables you to handle sophisticated data tasks efficiently.
- Strong PowerPoint skills allow you to create professional presentations tailored for executive audiences.
- Demonstrated ability in building financial models using best practices ensures reliable outputs for decision-making purposes.
- Familiarity with accounting software systems supports accurate consolidation of multi-country data sets.
- Experience with business analytics tools such as PowerBI is highly valued; basic knowledge of SQL is considered beneficial but not mandatory.
- Analytical mindset paired with strong problem-solving abilities helps you turn raw data into actionable insights that drive business outcomes.
- Excellent written and verbal English communication skills are essential for effective collaboration within international teams; Cantonese language skills are advantageous but not required.
- Attention to detail combined with a commitment to accuracy ensures high-quality deliverables even under tight deadlines.
What's next:
If you are ready to take on a rewarding challenge where your analytical talents can make a real difference during an exciting period of growth, we invite you to apply today!
Apply today by clicking on the link provided—your next career adventure awaits!
About the job
Contract Type: FULL_TIME
Specialism: Accounting & Finance
Focus: Financial Planning & Analysis
Industry: Accountancy
Salary: Negotiable
Workplace Type: On-site
Experience Level: Associate
Language: English - Bilingual
Second Language: Chinese - Basic working
Location: Central and Western District
FULL_TIMEJob Reference: 77GGEL-0C839426
Date posted: 30 May 2025
Consultant: Anson Lin
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