FP&A Manager

Overview The APAC S&T finance Deputy Manager is responsible to lead and manage Month End Close and Monthly Forecasting P&L NZ Market in ANZ BU and Bottom up Operating Cash Flow (OCF) for all markets in ANZ BU. This individual will be responsible to work closely with the APAC S&T team and with the function lead in ICC. He will be responsible to support Month-End Close, Forecast, & Reporting. He will also partner wth ICC Manager in discussions with senior stakeholders to make recommendations on savings and present financials with meaningful insights. Responsibilities Adhere to monthly timelines of Month-End close, Forecast & Reporting Download reports from SAP and generate P&L share Executive Summary for NZ Foods Market Ensure that the numbers in reports are reconciling with source systems Work closely with BU to finalise Forecast P&L, whilst supporting the function owner in ICC Support BU in preparing Monthly performance Deck Prepare Quarterly Bottom up OCF for ANZ BU and finalise with BU Partners Support standardization and optimization Improve the ways of working across the team by identifying opportunities Partner closely with ANZ BU FP&A teams to ensure accurate P&L reporting and adherence to processes Develop an understanding of different global functions financial objectives to effectively play a key role as a business partner Promote and adhere to ICC ways of working, culture and values Participate in Monthly Governcae calls, discuss on what went well and impovements in Ways of Working Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting with strong preference for CA with FMCG experience Min 6 years of relevant finance experience Strong FP&A skills and experience of forecasting and planning cycles Proficient in Microsoft Excel (financial modeling) and PowerPoint with the ability to quickly learn various in-house software applications IBM Planning Analytics (TM1) and HFM experience highly preferred Skilled at collaborating across cross-functional teams and with a multicultural experience Should be a good team player Ability to work as a team player and support cross functional teams Strong attention to detail; highly organized, with exceptional planning and time management skills Results-oriented, able to complete assignments in a timely and accurate manner, and the ability to juggle multiple priorities Adaptable to multi-cultural environment Strong ability to influence and work through others to effectively navigate matrixed organization while ensuring that necessary stakeholders are informed Ability to handle high-volume multiple priorities under pressure and be self motivating