FP&A Analyst

A leading organisation in Johor is seeking a Financial Planning and Analysis Analyst to join their finance team. This role offers you the opportunity to work closely with business stakeholders, providing valuable insights that drive performance and support strategic decision-making. You will be part of a supportive environment where your analytical skills and attention to detail are highly valued, and where collaboration across teams is encouraged. The company is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace, offering flexible working opportunities and ongoing training to help you grow professionally. If you are passionate about using data to influence business outcomes and thrive in a communal setting, this position will allow you to make a meaningful impact while developing your expertise.

What you'll do:

As a Financial Planning and Analysis Analyst based in Johor, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the organisation’s financial planning activities. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve preparing detailed monthly reports, conducting thorough variance analyses, developing sophisticated financial models, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. You will be instrumental in monitoring key performance indicators, providing insights that inform business decisions, and assisting with month-end closing procedures. By partnering closely with finance professionals as well as other business units, you will ensure that all relevant data is collected accurately for reporting purposes. Your contributions will extend beyond routine tasks as you identify opportunities for process improvements within FP&A methodologies. Success in this role requires a keen eye for detail, strong numerical capabilities, effective communication skills, and a passion for using data-driven insights to support better business outcomes.

• Support the annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes by gathering relevant data and preparing comprehensive reports.
• Prepare monthly financial statements, management presentations, and detailed performance analyses for review by senior stakeholders.
• Perform variance analysis between actual results, budgeted figures, and forecasts, highlighting key drivers and trends that impact business performance.
• Analyse revenue streams, cost structures, margins, and operational metrics to provide actionable insights for business decision-making.
• Develop robust financial models and conduct scenario analyses to support strategic planning initiatives across the organisation.
• Monitor key financial and operational KPIs, delivering recommendations that help improve overall performance.
• Assist with month-end closing activities by providing accurate financial analysis and timely reporting.
• Partner with finance and business teams to understand performance drivers, offering analytical support for various projects.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather financial and operational data required for reporting purposes, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
• Maintain and enhance financial reports, dashboards, and analytical tools while identifying opportunities for process improvement and automation.

What you bring:

To excel as a Financial Planning and Analysis Analyst in Johor, you will bring proven experience from roles involving FP&A activities such as budgeting, forecasting or management reporting. Your academic background in accounting or finance equips you with foundational knowledge while any professional qualifications further strengthen your profile. You possess advanced technical skills in Excel alongside familiarity with modern reporting tools like Power BI. Experience navigating ERP platforms such as SAP or Oracle adds value to your application. Your meticulous approach ensures accuracy across all reports while your interpersonal abilities foster effective collaboration within diverse teams. You are comfortable communicating complex concepts clearly—making it easy for colleagues from different departments to understand key findings. A naturally inquisitive attitude drives you to explore new ways of improving processes; your enthusiasm for using data supports better decision-making throughout the organisation.

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business or related discipline is required for this position.
• Professional qualification such as ACCA, CPA, CIMA or equivalent would be considered an advantage but is not mandatory.
• 2–5 years of experience in FP&A, management reporting, financial analysis or commercial finance is highly desirable.
• Proven experience in budgeting processes, forecasting techniques, variance analysis methods and financial modelling practices.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with Power BI or similar reporting tools would be beneficial.
• Experience working with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle or Microsoft Dynamics enhances your suitability for this role.
• Strong attention to detail combined with excellent problem-solving abilities ensures accuracy in all aspects of reporting.
• Effective communication skills enable you to translate complex financial information into clear insights for both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
• Ability to work collaboratively within cross-functional teams demonstrates your commitment to communal success.
• A curious mindset paired with proactive engagement allows you to understand business operations deeply.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out through its commitment to creating an inclusive workplace where every team member feels valued. Employees benefit from flexible working arrangements that accommodate individual needs while promoting work-life balance. The company invests heavily in training opportunities so you can continually develop your skills—whether through formal courses or knowledge-sharing sessions among colleagues. Supportive leadership ensures guidance is always available when needed; growth leadership principles encourage everyone to pursue advancement at their own pace. The culture emphasises dependability: team members rely on each other’s expertise while sharing responsibility for achieving common goals. With a focus on communal success rather than individual competition, this employer fosters an environment where collaboration thrives—making it an ideal place for those who appreciate teamwork and mutual respect.

What's next:

If you are ready to use your analytical talents in a collaborative setting where your contributions matter every day—this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided below.

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

Agensi Pekerjaan Robert Walters Sdn Bhd
Business Registration Number : 729828-T
Licence Number : JTKSM 423C