Finance Analyst

About the Role

We are seeking a Finance Analyst to support financial reporting, management reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and data analytics initiatives across multiple business entities. This role will play a key part in driving financial insights and supporting the organization's transition from traditional Excel-based reporting to Power BI-driven dashboards and automated reporting solutions.

The ideal candidate has a strong accounting foundation, experience working with multiple entities, and hands-on expertise in developing Power BI dashboards from scratch.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform monthly closing activities and maintain account schedules for assigned entities.
• Review monthly closings and forecasts for multiple subsidiaries.
• Coordinate with overseas subsidiaries regarding monthly closing, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting requirements.
• Prepare monthly management reports and financial analysis for leadership teams.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance Power BI dashboards and automated reporting solutions.
• Analyze financial and operational data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Prepare board meeting materials, presentations, and supporting reports.
• Record and maintain minutes for board meetings when required.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting submissions to headquarters.
• Assist in annual budgeting and forecasting exercises.
• Support J-SOX compliance activities and internal control initiatives.
• Prepare annual unaudited financial statements.
• Liaise with auditors, tax agents, and corporate secretaries during audit and compliance activities.
• Support consolidation and reconciliation processes across multiple entities.
• Participate in discussions with stakeholders regarding accounting and financial reporting matters.
• Perform other ad hoc finance and reporting duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 2–3 years of relevant experience in accounting, finance, financial reporting, or finance analysis.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and month-end closing processes.
• Experience supporting multiple entities and working with regional or international stakeholders is highly preferred.
• Familiarity with budgeting, forecasting, reconciliation, and financial analysis.
• Basic understanding of consolidation principles and intercompany accounting. Hands-on consolidation experience is an advantage.
• Exposure to audit coordination and tax compliance activities is preferred.
• Experience supporting entities across Singapore, Malaysia, Australia, or other international markets is advantageous.

Technical Requirements

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Hands-on experience building Power BI dashboards from scratch, including:
  • Data modelling
  • DAX calculations
  • Data visualization
  • Integration of multiple data sources
  • Automated and recurring business reporting
• Experience with ERP or accounting systems.
• Experience with Sage Intacct is advantageous but not required.

Desired Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Collaborative team player who works effectively across different countries and cultures.
• Positive attitude with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

Work Arrangement

• Fully Remote
• Singapore Business Hours (9:00 AM – 6:00 PM SGT)
• Singapore Public Holidays Observed

Why Join Us?

• Work with regional stakeholders across multiple markets.
• Play a key role in transforming finance reporting through Power BI and automation.
• Opportunity to gain exposure to financial reporting, management reporting, budgeting, forecasting, audit support, and business analytics within a growing international organization.

Originally posted on Himalayas