Financial Specialist

General Overview

Functional Area:  FIN - Finance
Career Stream:  DEC - Decision Support
Role:  Specialist
SAP Short Name:  SPE
Job Title:  Financial Analysis Specialist
Job Code:  SPE-FIN-ANAL
Job Level:  Band 08
Direct/Indirect Indicator:  Indirect

Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Financial Specialist to join our finance team. This role is pivotal in ensuring the financial integrity of our site operations, bridging the gap between site-level activities and corporate financial requirements. The ideal candidate will be a proactive partner who can navigate the complexities of a multi-national corporation, manage capital expenditure with precision, and drive financial compliance across internal controls and tax reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting & Balance Sheet Integrity: Lead the month-end closing process, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting. Conduct rigorous balance sheet reconciliations and variance analyses to maintain total data transparency.
• Capex Management: Oversee the capital expenditure lifecycle—from budget planning and ROI analysis to tracking, asset verification, and reporting. Ensure all Capex projects align with corporate governance and site operational requirements.
• Internal Audit & Compliance: Serve as a key contact for internal and external audits. Drive adherence to SOX/Internal Control requirements and actively improve processes to strengthen the internal control environment.
• Tax Management: Manage local tax compliance, including tax filings, deferred tax calculations, and coordination with tax agents. Provide operational support for tax incentive reporting (e.g., MIDA requirements where applicable).
• Business Partnering & Communication: Act as a strategic advisor to operations and cross-functional teams. Translate financial data into actionable insights and influence decision-making through clear, professional communication.
• Systems & Process Improvement: Leverage SAP and other ERP systems to automate accounting processes, simplify workflows, and improve data accuracy.

What We Are Looking For (The "Must-Haves"):

• Experience: 5+ years of relevant finance experience, with a mandatory background in manufacturing environments and familiarity with Multi-National Corporation (MNC) cultures.
• Technical Financial Expertise: Solid, hands-on experience in Balance Sheet reviews, Internal Audit/Control, and Tax management.
• Capex Proficiency: Demonstrated experience in managing the full Capex lifecycle, including rigorous ROI analysis.
• Systems Proficiency: Proficiency in SAP is essential. Experience with other ERP systems, BI tools (e.g., Power BI), and Advanced Excel is highly valued.
• Soft Skills: Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and maintain a proactive, problem-solving mindset.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Professional qualifications (CPA, ACCA, or equivalent) are strongly preferred.