Financial Planning & Analysis Manager

Sompo Holdings (Asia) Pte. Ltd. (“Sompo Asia”) is the regional headquarters for our Asia Pacific entities, except Japan. It operates under the global umbrella of Sompo International Holdings Ltd., part of the Sompo Group headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. With more than 70 years of presence in Asia, our business spans 14 markets with over 4,500 employees in the region.

Sompo is a leading non‑life insurance company that partners strategically to provide the best solutions for our customers. We are committed to the security, health, and wellbeing of our stakeholders, customers, and society while staying at the forefront of digitalization and innovation.

Your Role

Your goal is to increase Sompo’s corporate value through in‑depth financial analysis for strategy building and management decision making, and to take the initiative to enhance and simplify the financial analysis and business planning process for the region. You will report to the Head of Financial Planning & Analysis, Accounts & Finance and will work closely with local Accounts & Finance teams across the group companies in the Asia region.

What This Role Offers

The role gives you exposure to business decision making and growth strategy using analytics and data. You will see a variety of perspectives—from distribution channel, portfolio mix, and costs vs benefits to short‑term vs long‑term planning—through the lens of CEOs, CFOs, and other senior leaders. We offer a competitive remuneration package and support for your personal and professional career development.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Conduct in‑depth financial analysis to support the management in the region to make strategic decisions for achieving the target.
• Collaborate across geographies : Partner with local (about 10 markets), APAC regional team, and global teams to analyze financial performance, identify trends, and align strategies with organizational goals, ensuring consistent financial insights across all levels.
• Deliver actionable insights to business leaders, enabling data‑driven decision‑making and identifying opportunities for revenue growth, cost optimization, and efficiency improvements.
• Support strategic initiatives : Work closely with business units to evaluate the financial impact and feasibility of strategic projects, ensuring alignment with global objectives while addressing local and regional market nuances.
• Enhance cross‑functional collaboration : Foster strong relationships with key stakeholders across finance, operations, and other departments to integrate financial analysis into broader business strategies and drive impactful outcomes.
• Strategic planning across geographies : Coordinate with local, regional, and global teams to develop comprehensive financial plans that align with organizational goals and address unique market dynamics.
• Business partnership : Collaborate with business leaders across functions and geographies to provide financial guidance and align resource allocation with strategic priorities, ensuring sustainable growth.
• Integrated planning and forecasting : Develop robust forecasting models and budget plans that incorporate regional and global inputs, delivering actionable insights to support long‑term business strategies.
• Cross‑functional alignment : Drive collaboration across finance, operations, and other departments to ensure financial plans are integrated into the broader organizational strategy and support key business objectives.
• Lead financial transformation initiatives : Drive the implementation of advanced financial systems, tools, and processes to enhance forecasting, reporting, and decision‑making capabilities across the organization. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Data management : Develop and maintain robust data management strategies to ensure data accuracy, consistency, and accessibility.
• Process optimization and automation : Identify opportunities to streamline and automate FP&A processes, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting, using technology solutions and best practices to improve efficiency and reduce manual effort.

Education Level and / or Relevant Experience

Knowledge and Skills Required

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Location : Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

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