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FP&A AnalystThe Arnott's Group • Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
FP&A Analyst

FP&A Analyst

The Arnott's Group • Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
30+ days ago
Job description

This role will be supporting to The Arnott’s Group ( TAG ) ANZ Financial Planning & Analysis team. Supporting the FP&A Manager in delivering accurate, timely, and insightful financial analysis across the Australian, New Zealand, and Export businesses.

Position based in Bangsar.

Key Responsibilities

Month End P&L Projection, Reporting, commentary and variance analysis

  • Review and consolidate month‑end P&L projections from finance teams, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
  • Prepare and post month‑end journals, particularly within Net Sales and accruals.
  • Support accounting entries throughout the month, including stock write‑off provisions.
  • Perform detailed variance analysis and identify key trends in data.
  • Prepare and consolidate monthly performance decks with detailed commentary and variance analysis.

Budgeting & Forecasting

  • Assist in loading forecast data into systems for quarterly submissions and manage day‑to‑day trade spend for the Export business.
  • Maintain control files to ensure system reconciliation and prompt error identification.
  • Govern the IBP Financial calendar, consolidating finance risk and opportunity submissions with commentary.

    • Balance Sheet Management

  • Own monthly reconciliations for Australian and Export trade spend rebate accruals, marketing accruals, and prepayments.
  • Provide commentary on variances and prepare quarterly accrual forecasts to support working capital and cash‑flow planning.

    • Audit Support

  • Act as the primary liaison with auditors during interim and final audits for ANZ FP&A relevant areas, serving as a subject‑matter expert on rebate accruals, trade and financial systems.
  • Prepare quarterly close representation letters for review by the ANZ Finance Director and Financial Controller.

    • Reporting Development & Governance

  • Collaborate with the FP&A Manager to enhance reporting tools and deliver actionable insights.
  • Define and maintain product and customer hierarchies to ensure clarity and consistency in reporting.

    • Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in commerce, Finance or Accounting.
  • 5+ years’ FP&A, financial analysis, or management accounting experience (experience supporting multinational teams preferred).
  • Strong English communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to clearly present complex information.
  • Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in SAP.
  • Proven ability to influence and engage stakeholders, providing financial perspectives that support strategic decision‑making.
  • Strong commercial acumen with a deep understanding of business operations and profitability drivers.
  • Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
  • Comfortable with change and committed to continuous improvement in processes and reporting efficiency.

    • Job Details

  • Seniority level : Mid‑Senior level
  • Employment type : Full‑time
  • Job function : Analyst
  • Industries : Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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