Corporate Finance Assistant Manager - Robert Walters - ref. x26675223
Robert Walters Petaling Jaya
An exciting opportunity awaits a Corporate Finance Assistant Manager to join a leading global business services centre in Petaling Jaya.
This role offers exposure to reporting, and analysis while working with senior finance partners across multiple markets.
You will be instrumental in driving the monthly Sales & Operations Planning rhythm by providing detailed financial scenarios that inform decision-making at the highest levels. Your expertise will be called upon to streamline processes through automation initiatives while upholding rigorous control standards.
You possess an innate ability to translate intricate accounting concepts into practical insights that drive business outcomes. Your approach combines analytical rigour with empathy for colleagues’ perspectives; you thrive when collaborating across boundaries to deliver shared goals.
A keen eye for detail allows you to spot potential risks early on while your proactive mindset ensures timely implementation of effective controls. Your academic background provides a solid foundation for technical excellence while your professional qualifications signal ongoing commitment to best practice.
Here you’ll find more than just a job: you’ll discover an environment built on collaboration, partnership, and mutual respect where every individual’s contribution is valued equally. Flexible working arrangements empower you to balance personal commitments alongside professional ambitions while comprehensive benefits packages—including health plans tailored by country—support your overall well-being.
The company’s dedication to internal mobility means your career progression isn’t limited by boundaries; instead it’s fuelled by access to world-class learning resources designed specifically for aspiring leaders like yourself. Whether returning after a career break or seeking new challenges within a transformative industry landscape, you’ll be welcomed into a community that celebrates difference as strength—and supports your journey every step of the way.
Business Registration Number : 729828-T
This role offers exposure to reporting, and analysis while working with senior finance partners across multiple markets.
- Be part of a global business services centre that values diversity, inclusion, and career growth through structured learning and leadership development.
- Enjoy flexible working arrangements, comprehensive health coverage, transport support, and a holiday plan that promotes work-life balance.
- Thrive in a collaborative culture with access to online learning, personalised growth opportunities, and recognition for your contributions.
What you'll do:
As a Corporate Finance Assistant Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of financial planning, reporting, and analysis activities across multiple regions. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve close collaboration with both the Finance Manager and Financial Controller as well as direct interaction with senior stakeholders from end markets.You will be instrumental in driving the monthly Sales & Operations Planning rhythm by providing detailed financial scenarios that inform decision-making at the highest levels. Your expertise will be called upon to streamline processes through automation initiatives while upholding rigorous control standards.
By fostering strong relationships with internal customers and cross-functional teams alike, you will help create an environment where continuous improvement is not just encouraged but expected. Success in this role means delivering actionable insights that support strategic objectives around standardisation and scalability while ensuring all routine planning and reporting tasks are executed flawlessly.
- Deliver robust financial information and scenario analyses required for Sales & Operations Planning meetings, budgeting cycles, and actuals in accordance with agreed service level agreements.
- Drive operational improvements by simplifying and integrating processes while maintaining accurate standard operating procedures and supporting control documentation requirements.
- Respond to accounting policy inquiries as well as ad hoc reporting and analysis requests; provide periodic training sessions to customers or site teams as needed.
- Foster positive customer relationships through proactive engagement and ensure their needs are consistently met or exceeded.
- Support process automation initiatives by developing technical solutions that enhance efficiency across finance operations.
- Maintain a high-quality monthly forecasting rhythm so that finance leaders have clear visibility into bottom-up financial positions and drivers of change within each cluster.
- Collaborate closely with corporate and commercial finance teams at end markets to strengthen management forecasting, reporting processes, provision of financial insights, ad hoc analysis, and drive simplification initiatives.
- Work alongside other local finance teams—including planning & reporting and accounting services—while participating in cross-functional projects focused on operational improvement or analytical insight.
- Ensure all monthly business-as-usual tasks related to planning and reporting are completed accurately and on time to uphold high standards of quality.
- Engage directly with senior stakeholders from various markets to align on strategic objectives such as standardisation, scalability, and consolidation.
What you bring:
To excel as a Corporate Finance Assistant Manager, you will bring substantial experience gained within large-scale multinational environments—ideally within the FMCG/SSC sector—where agility and adaptability are paramount. Your deep familiarity with advanced finance systems empowers you to navigate complex data landscapes efficiently while ensuring accuracy at every stage.You possess an innate ability to translate intricate accounting concepts into practical insights that drive business outcomes. Your approach combines analytical rigour with empathy for colleagues’ perspectives; you thrive when collaborating across boundaries to deliver shared goals.
A keen eye for detail allows you to spot potential risks early on while your proactive mindset ensures timely implementation of effective controls. Your academic background provides a solid foundation for technical excellence while your professional qualifications signal ongoing commitment to best practice.
Above all else, your enthusiasm for building supportive networks—both within immediate teams and across wider organisational structures—sets you apart as someone who contributes positively towards an inclusive workplace culture.
- A minimum of three to five years’ proven experience within a global fast-moving consumer goods company or similarly dynamic operating environment is essential for success in this position.
- Comprehensive understanding of relevant finance tools and systems such as BI/BPC, SAP or equivalent ERP platforms is required to manage complex data flows effectively.
- Demonstrated ability to interpret accounting processes and practices while understanding their broader business impact is vital for informed decision-making.
- Proficiency in analysing reports to identify issues or challenges within report functionalities or underlying data structures is necessary for continuous process enhancement.
- Experience leading projects aimed at operational improvements—especially when managing remote customer bases—is highly valued in this collaborative setting.
- Meticulous attention to detail combined with strong analytical skills enables you to proactively address challenges under pressure with minimal supervision.
- Expertise in identifying risks within financial operations along with implementing effective controls ensures compliance with best practices across all activities.
- A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is mandatory; possession of a professional accountancy qualification (CA/ACCA/CIMA/CPA) would be considered an added advantage.
- Excellent interpersonal skills facilitate effective communication with diverse stakeholders across different functions and geographies.
- A commitment to nurturing an inclusive team environment where knowledge sharing supports collective achievement is highly regarded.
What sets this company apart:
This organisation stands out as one of only a select few recognised globally for its outstanding employee conditions by the Top Employers Institute—a testament to its unwavering commitment towards creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive regardless of background or circumstance.Here you’ll find more than just a job: you’ll discover an environment built on collaboration, partnership, and mutual respect where every individual’s contribution is valued equally. Flexible working arrangements empower you to balance personal commitments alongside professional ambitions while comprehensive benefits packages—including health plans tailored by country—support your overall well-being.
The company’s dedication to internal mobility means your career progression isn’t limited by boundaries; instead it’s fuelled by access to world-class learning resources designed specifically for aspiring leaders like yourself. Whether returning after a career break or seeking new challenges within a transformative industry landscape, you’ll be welcomed into a community that celebrates difference as strength—and supports your journey every step of the way.
Reasonable adjustments during recruitment ensure everyone has the opportunity to perform at their best so that true potential can shine through unhindered by barriers.
What's next:
If you’re inspired by the prospect of joining an inclusive team where your expertise will shape the future of corporate finance—and where your growth is championed every step of the way—this is your moment!
Apply today by clicking on the link provided; seize this opportunity to advance your career within a truly supportive global environment.
Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.
Agensi Pekerjaan Robert Walters Sdn BhdBusiness Registration Number : 729828-T
Licence Number : JTKSM 423C
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