Overview
Senior Finance Analyst, APAC role at Caldic LATAM. The position reports to the Senior Director – Business Control, APAC and partners with country and regional leaders. The role delivers high-quality planning, forecasting, reporting, and financial analysis, and acts as a trusted advisor to business partners in a multinational, multicultural environment.
This role requires a sharp numerical instinct, strong analytical skills, commercial acumen, and the ability to translate data into clear, actionable insights. It is suited for a finance professional who thrives on problem-solving, driving performance, and navigating complexity with clarity while communicating effectively with senior stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Review P&L performance against budget, forecast, and prior year; investigate variances, provide management commentary, and coordinate corrective actions where required.
- Support the update, maintenance, and development of Power BI dashboards to enhance reporting and decision-making.
- Prepare and deliver monthly financial reports and presentations for submission to headquarters and regional function stakeholders.
- Provide financial analysis and reporting support to assigned business units, partnering directly with mid-level to senior-level management.
- Conduct financial evaluations of new and ongoing business initiatives, as required.
- Prepare business cases, including robust financial forecasts and discounted cash flow analyses, to support investment and strategic decisions.
- Partner with cross-functional teams on initiatives related to profitability, productivity, and efficiency.
- Collaborate closely with headquarters, regional, and local country Finance teams to ensure efficient, accurate, and high-quality month-end closing, forecasting, and budgeting processes.
Qualifications & Skills
Excellent numerical sense with the ability to quickly assess whether analyses are logical and sound.Detail-oriented, structured, and able to work independently while contributing to teams.Collaborative, approachable, and easy to work with; mature, composed, and able to stay calm under pressure.Strong leadership presence with a hands-on, commercial mindset.Capable of making sound decisions and advocating for them when needed.Balances commercial understanding with financial discipline, ensuring compliance and business impact.Authentic, collaborative, and comfortable engaging with stakeholders at all levels.Curious, agile, and committed to continuous learning and improvement.Note : This is a general description of the role and its requirements; duties may change at the employer’s discretion.
Job Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Commerce, or related field; professional certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CIMA) preferred.At least 8 years of progressive experience in financial analysis, FP&A, or business control (including accounting), preferably within a large multinational organization. Prior experience in an audit firm is an advantage.Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with data visualization, dashboard creation, and analytics (scenario modeling, sensitivity analysis).Hands-on experience developing Power BI dashboards; exposure to OneStream consolidation is a plus.Solid understanding of financial statements, key business drivers, and performance KPIs with strong commercial acumen.Experience with ERP systems, preferably JD Edwards; familiarity with BI / reporting tools.Strong communication skills to present complex financial information clearly to diverse stakeholders.Proven problem-solving and systemic thinking skills with a focus on process improvement and efficiency.Ability to build trusted relationships across regions and functions, balancing partnership with financial control.Highly organized, self-directed, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.High personal integrity and cultural agility to operate across Western and Eastern business environments.About Caldic
Caldic is a global leader in distribution solutions, offering entrepreneurial, collaborative, and innovation-driven opportunities worldwide.
We Offer
Global opportunities with rapid career growth and developmentAn inclusive, diverse, and dynamic work environmentThe chance to shape the future of specialty ingredient solutions across industries like food, pharma, personal care, and moreWe operate in 43 countries. For more information, visit
Location
Shah Alam, MY 40150
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Finance and Sales
Industries
Chemical Manufacturing
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