Leads APAC financial planning and analysis across Japan, Taiwan, and other markets. Responsibilities include forecasting, budgeting, variance analysis, management reporting, performance management, business partnering, financial modeling, risk and opportunity assessment, executive presentations, and process improvement. The role consolidates regional financial data, supports strategic planning and investment decisions, and drives standardized reporting and automation across multinational operations.
The APAC Regional Financial Analyst will serve as a key member of the APAC Finance organization, providing financial planning and analysis support across multiple markets in the region, with primary coverage for Japan and Taiwan, alongside other APAC countries.
This role will lead regional forecasting, budgeting, performance management, and management reporting activities while partnering closely with country finance teams and business leaders. The successful candidate will deliver actionable insights, drive financial transparency, identify risks and opportunities, and support the achievement of regional financial objectives.
This position is ideal for a highly analytical finance professional with strong FP&A expertise, extensive experience in multinational environments, and a proven track record of partnering with senior stakeholders across diverse geographies.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Planning & Analysis
- Lead the monthly APAC financial performance review process, including actual results analysis, variance reporting, and management presentations.
- Coordinate and manage periodic forecasts across APAC markets, consolidating country submissions and challenging assumptions, risks, and opportunities.
- Support and facilitate the annual budgeting and long-range strategic planning processes for the region.
- Monitor and analyze key financial metrics, including revenue, profitability, margins, operating expenses, and critical business KPIs.
- Provide forward-looking insights and recommendations to support informed business decision-making.
Performance Management & Business Partnering
- Partner closely with country finance teams, regional leadership, and business stakeholders to drive financial performance and accountability.
- Identify performance gaps and support the development of action plans to address risks and capitalize on opportunities.
- Ensure financial risks and opportunities are proactively identified, quantified, and accurately reflected within forecasts and reporting.
- Support business cases, investment proposals, pricing evaluations, and ad hoc financial analyses required by regional leadership.
Reporting & Continuous Improvement
- Prepare and deliver monthly management reports, forecast updates, executive dashboards, and leadership presentations.
- Drive consistency and standardization of FP&A processes, reporting frameworks, and financial analytics across APAC.
- Enhance financial reporting capabilities through automation, process optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve financial visibility and decision support across the region.
Qualifications & Experience
Required Experience
- 10-12+ years of progressive experience in Financial Planning & Analysis, Finance Business Partnering, or Commercial Finance.
- Strong experience managing budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and performance management processes within multinational organizations.
- Demonstrated experience supporting regional or multi-country operations across APAC.
- Proven ability to consolidate, analyze, and interpret financial performance across multiple markets and business units.
- Strong experience working with senior stakeholders and leadership teams in a matrix organization.
Technical Skills
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
- Experience with SAP and enterprise planning, reporting, or financial management systems.
- Strong financial modeling, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities.
- Ability to translate complex financial data into meaningful business insights and actionable recommendations.
Education & Professional Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
- CPA, CMA, MBA, or equivalent professional qualification is preferred.
Key Competencies
- Strategic and commercial mindset
- Strong analytical and financial acumen
- Effective stakeholder management and influencing skills
- Excellent communication and presentation abilities
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, international environment
- High attention to detail with strong execution capabilities
- Continuous improvement and process excellence mindset
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