Senior Finance Analyst (FP&A)

GENERAL OVERVIEW
We are seeking a high-calibre and analytical Senior Financial Analyst to support the Project Cost Control activities for major capital projects. This role sits at the intersection of project finance and corporate FP&A, providing critical financial insights across CAPEX project cost control and reporting, and Budgeting and Forecasting Cycles.

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES
Project Cost Control & Reporting
. Tracking project costs (budget, commitments, actuals, forecast)
. Performing cost variance analysis and identifying key cost drivers
. Assist in maintaining cost structures (e.g., WBS, cost codes) and ensuring data accuracy
. Support preparation of:
. Project cost reports
. Cash flow forecasts
. Estimate at Completion (EAC)
. Monitor cost trends and highlight potential risks or deviations
. Ensure consistency and integrity of project financial data across system

Governance, Controls & Stakeholder Engagement
. Ensure compliance with Internal financial policies and governance frameworks, accounting standards and regulatory requirements
. Maintain proper documentation and audit trails for reporting and project costs
. Engage cross-functionally with:
. Project teams, engineers, procurement
. FP&A and Finance Operations teams

Budgeting & Forecasting
. Support annual budget and periodic reforecast exercises and work closely with business stakeholders to validate assumptions, challenge submissions, and ensure alignment with business plans
. Consolidate and prepare financial models and reports as required
. Support multi-year project planning, including CAPEX and OPEX integration

Others
. Support audits and finance reviews relating to project and financial reporting
. Participate in process improvement initiatives and system enhancements (e.g. SAP, SAC)
. Support ad-hoc financial analysis and special projects
. Oversee other responsibilities as directed by management from time to time

WORK EXPERIENCE
1. 3-5 years of relevant experience in:
o Project finance / cost control (preferred)
o FP&A / management reporting
2. Experience in energy, infrastructure, or capital-intensive industries is advantageous
3. Strong working knowledge of ERP systems (SAP S/4HANA preferred)

EDUCATION
Degree in Accountancy, Finance, or equivalent (CPA/ACCA preferred)

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
. Analytical, quick-thinking, resourceful, and independent.
. Able to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights.
. Process oriented, with strong data-mining skills and a sharp eye for details. Able to deep dive into the data and be inquisitive and ask questions to fully understand the information.
. Advanced working knowledge of MS Office applications, particularly MS Excel and Powerpoint.
. Manages relationships with Business Owners at the working level well with clear and strong communication abilities.