Finance Analyst/Senior Finance Analyst

Role Overview

This role sits at the heart of the SEAO Finance team, partnering closely with local markets and Shared Services to deliver high‑quality financial insight, disciplined planning, and strong execution support. The role goes beyond traditional reporting, with exposure to retail performance analysis, inventory management, and investment evaluation, offering strong development opportunities for candidates with a growth mindset.

Key Responsibilities

Planning, Reporting & Performance Analysis

• Lead annual budget, forecast and long‑range planning processes in partnership with key stakeholders.
• Drive month‑end closing activities with Shared Services, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Prepare monthly management reporting with clear variance analysis and actionable insights.
• Perform retail KPI and store‑level performance analysis to identify risks and opportunities.

Commercial & Investment Support

• Support capital expenditure and investment analysis for store openings and refurbishment projects.
• Partner with Inventory Controller on markdown liabilities, provisioning and stock performance.
• Support monitoring of FCF, CAPEX and store network performance.

Operational & Governance Support

• Validate daily, weekly and monthly sales reporting to ensure data integrity.
• Work closely with Shared Services on day‑to‑day financial and operational matters.
• Liaise with auditors, tax advisors, corporate secretaries and banks to ensure compliance.
• Support preparation of Board of Directors and senior management materials.

Learning, Growth & Collaboration

• Demonstrate a strong growth mindset with willingness to learn beyond core responsibilities.
• Take initiative on ad‑hoc projects and process improvements.
• Collaborate effectively across teams with enthusiasm and ownership.

Profile & Requirements

Experience & Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in an MNC environment; retail industry experience is an advantage.
• Degree in Accountancy, Finance or equivalent; ACCA or CPA preferred.
• Exposure to SAP and Hyperion (HFM); familiarity with PBCS is a plus.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• High attention to detail with strong structure and discipline.

Mindset & Behavioural Attributes

• Strong growth mindset with eagerness to learn and develop commercially.
• Proactive, enthusiastic and comfortable taking ownership.
• Able to work independently while contributing positively as a team player.
• Candidates with strong accounting foundations seeking FP&A and commercial exposure are encouraged.