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Location : Kl Eco City & Bandar Enstek
Workplace type : Hybrid
As a Financial Planning & Analysis Team Lead , you will oversee the financial performance of PureCircle. This role is responsible for driving financial strategy, cost control, and performance analysis and working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial planning and operational efficiency.
What you will do
Financial Planning & Forecasting
- Support & coordinate annual budget, quarterly forecasts, and long-range planning processes.
- Develop, review, and challenge assumptions across revenue, cost of goods sold, SG&A, and CAPEX to ensure accuracy and alignment with strategic objectives.
- Collaborate with business unit leaders and commercial teams to understand volume, pricing, and margin dynamics.
Financial Reporting & Performance Analysis
Deliver monthly performance dashboards with detailed variance analysis (actual vs forecast, YoY, etc.).Monitor key KPIs across business units, identifying trends and recommending corrective actions.Support operational finance in tracking manufacturing performance, yield, wastage, and cost efficiency metrics.Intercompany Pricing (ICP) scenario to ensure optimal ICP margins & NCPM margin compliance and analytics on cost-selling priceRegional and product line profitability analytics and reportingConsolidate financial performance and business results during Latest Estimates (LE), Quarterly Business Review (QBR), monthly financial performance review, to provide accurate and reliable forecast and commentary in order to facilitate the achievement of business goals and targets.Strategic Business Partnering
Provide financial scenario modelling for new business proposals, customer contracts, pricing strategies, product launches, and market expansion.Partner with supply chain, R&D, commercial, and marketing to evaluate ROI on key strategic imperatives (e.g. product innovation, sustainability investments, automation, cost transformation).Decision Support & Project Involvement
Conduct business case evaluations and investment appraisals, ensuring alignment with group hurdle rates and IRR targets.Support cross-functional project teams on strategic initiatives including :Stevia product cost optimizationIntegrated business planning (IBP)Operational excellence and SG&A productivitySustainability cost-benefit trade-offsManagement Reporting & Stakeholder Communication
Ensure timely and accurate submissions to Ingredion HQ and group consolidation teams.Manage and improve internal FP&A systems and dashboards (e.g. Power BI, SAP, BPC, CFIN, Salesforce.com, Concur, etc.).Work with regional and corporate FP&A teams to align reporting standards, timelines, and financial modelling best practices.What you will bring
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related fieldQualified professional paper (CPA / CIMA / ACCA preferred).Minimum 5-10 years of experience in FP&A, preferably in FMCG, ingredients, or manufacturing environments.Advanced modelling and analytics skills (Excel, SAP), optional BPC and Power BI.English fluency, both written and spoken.Who you are
Analytical & Strategic mindset with strong attention to detailsHighly organized and reliable with a strong sense of integrityStrong business acumen and proactive problem-solving approach.Business partnering and interpersonal influence.Ability to synthesize complex data into clear insights and actions.Why Join Ingredion?
Discover why Ingredion is the ideal place to advance your career with our exceptional rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive. Create the future with us and enjoy :
Total Rewards Package – Competitive salary and performance-based pay recognizing your contributions to our successComprehensive Benefits & Wellness Support – Health, long-term savings, and resources for your physical, mental, and emotional well-beingFlexible Work Arrangements – We value flexibility to support you both professionally and personallyCareer Growth – Learning, training, and development opportunities.Employee Recognition Program – A culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globallyEmployee Referral Program – Refer top talent and earn a bonus if they’re hiredKL Office - Convenient Location : Office next to an LRT station and mall for easy commuting and errands.#J-18808-Ljbffr