Senior Financial Planning & Forecasting (Dayshift/Onsite/Makati)

Responsibilities:

Ensures timely and accurate preparation of reports and relevant financial analysis.
Checks and reviews output of planning analysts – reports, budgets, etc.
Develops and implements functional strategies for the planning group.
Provides directions and assistance to the planning analysts for more detailed and relevant analysis and assistance to the brands.
Handles training sessions for department heads, managers, and other employees, as appropriate.
Liaises with relevant key stakeholders for reporting and analysis requirements.
Assistance in the preparation of IC-related tasks such as FS and other report materials
In charge of the preparation of reports for BOD, ExCom and other committees
Uses business knowledge to identify potential data errors and take steps to prevent and/or correct such errors, highlighting issues to management as appropriate
Assists in conducting periodic needs analysis and business process reviews to design, develop and implement new and improved systems of reporting, controlling and financial analysis.
Supports top management with various planning, budget, forecasting, financial analysis, ratio analysis, and reporting tools and reports.
Provides support to other departments in analyzing proper accounting treatment of transactions.
Assists in the development of long-term financial planning and annual budgeting processes.
Supports efforts to automate the financial reporting process to improve productivity.
Handles special projects assigned from time to time.

Qualifications

COMPETENCIES:
Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control procedures.
Knowledgeable in Financial Management report preparation.

SKILLS:
Has the ability to lead the compilation, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of complex
annual financial reports, statements, and/or projections.
Good analytical skills and with a keen eye to detail.
Has the ability to plan, implement, and administer financial information and control systems.
Highly organized and ability to handle multiple work streams at a time. Able to maintain
detailed, accurate records.
Advanced MS Excel skills and proficiency in MS Office applications.
Proficiency in ERP (Oracle, SAP) is an advantage.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Has people management skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with staff across divisions.
Ability to prioritize competing tasks and effectively communicate prioritization decisions.

OTHER RELEVANT QUALIFICATIONS:
Candidates must possess at least a Bachelor's/College Degree, Post Graduate Diploma/ Master's Degree, Economics, Finance/Accountancy/Banking, Business Studies/Administration/Management, Commerce or equivalent.
At least 5 year(s) of working experience in the related field is required for this position.
Preferably Assistant Manager / Managers specializing in Banking/Financial Services/Insurance company or equivalent. Must be a CPA
Applicants must be willing to work in Makati City