FP&A Manager, AMEA

Under limited direction, prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual internal and external financial statements. Reviews financial numbers for unusual variances and provides recommendations or explanations. Provides support for interim and year-end audits. Ensures that documentation complies with company's regulations, professional standards, and SEC and GAAP reporting guidelines. Design and review fiscal policies. Identify investment opportunities. Advise our senior management team on financial planning (e.g. acquisitions, mergers and loans).

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

• Support leadership on strategic decisions and identify potential improvement areas and root causes for performance deviations through in-depth analysis on costs and operating expenses
• Coordinate and review sales and full P&L rolling forecast, annual operating and capital planning exercise to ensure quality deliveray
• Support month-end close activities and related variance analysis and reporting, initiating and maintaining monthly reports to key stakeholders
• Drive continuous improvements, and digitalization and automation of reporting and commercial / financial processes through both internal and cross-functional collaboration
• Provide ad-hoc financial support, including financial modelling support to special projects
• Support regional knowledge sharing and training activities
• Other tasks as directed by management

EXPERIENCE:

THOSE NECESSARY TO PERFORM THE JOB COMPETENTLY:

• 10+ years of financial experience, with a minimum of 5 years in FP&A or business controlling in MNC. Background in Big Four accounting firms or management trainee program preferred.
• Excellent communication skills, with excellent command of English in speaking and writing
• A positive Can Do attitude
• Fast learner
• Result driven and interested to drive changes, good analytical skills and attention to detail
• Strong collaboration skills and teamwork spirit
• Experience and ability to work with seniorstakeholders and to influence cross-functional team
• Ability to work effectively in a matrix and changing environment
• Knowledge to use Microsoft Power Point and Words, advanced Excel skills
• Bachelor's degree or above in Accounting or Finance from a top tier university
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and drive decision making

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Healthcare, life science, or FMCG industry experience manufacturing FP&A experience a plus
• Good business acumen
• Experience with reporting system and tools (SAP, Analysis for Office, etc.)
• Proficiency in other BI tools (Power BI, QlikView, etc.)
• Good presentation skills
• Experience with zero-based budgeting a plus
• Project management experience a plus

Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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