Senior Executive Financial Planning & Analysis

About us

AUSTIN POWDER MALAYSIA SDN BHD (formerly known as Tenaga Kimia Sdn Bhd) is a leading provider of specialised solutions in the explosives and blasting industry. With a strong commitment to innovation, safety, and operational excellence, we serve diverse sectors including mining, quarrying, and construction throughout Malaysia and the region. Our company culture emphasises continuous improvement, technical expertise, and a collaborative approach to solving complex business challenges.

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Executive Financial Planning & Analysis to join our Finance team in Petaling Jaya, Selangor. This is a full-time position that plays a strategic role in driving financial performance and informing key business decisions. Reporting to senior finance leadership, you will be responsible for developing comprehensive financial forecasts, conducting in-depth variance analysis, and providing actionable insights to support executive decision-making. This role is crucial in bridging the gap between financial data and strategic business objectives, ensuring the organisation operates with financial discipline and achieves its growth targets.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed financial forecasts and budgets across all business units, incorporating market trends and operational assumptions
• Perform variance analysis between actual results and budgeted/forecast figures, identifying trends and root causes of significant deviations
• Prepare comprehensive financial reports and dashboards for senior management and board presentations
• Conduct scenario planning and sensitivity analysis to support strategic decision-making and capital allocation
• Monitor key financial metrics and performance indicators, providing regular updates to stakeholders
• Collaborate with operational departments to understand business drivers and refine forecast models
• Support financial modelling for new business initiatives, investments, and cost improvement projects
• Maintain and enhance financial planning tools, systems, and databases to improve efficiency and accuracy
• Provide ad hoc financial analysis and recommendations to support business leadership
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal financial controls and governance frameworks

What we're looking for

• Degree qualification in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline
• Professional accounting qualification such as CA, CPA, ACCA, or equivalent is highly desirable
• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in financial planning and analysis, preferably within a manufacturing or industrial setting
• Strong proficiency in financial modelling, forecasting techniques, and variance analysis
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP functions, and data visualisation
• Experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems and financial management software
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights for non-finance stakeholders
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across departments
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines
• Knowledge of the explosives, mining, or quarrying industry would be an advantage

What we offer

At AUSTIN POWDER MALAYSIA SDN BHD, we are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where our employees can thrive. We offer a competitive compensation package commensurate with experience and qualifications. Our benefits include comprehensive health and medical coverage, professional development opportunities, and access to training programmes to support your career growth. We believe in recognising and rewarding outstanding performance, and we encourage a healthy work-life balance. As part of our commitment to employee wellbeing, we welcome discussions about flexible working arrangements and any support you may require. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive recruitment process.

Apply now

If you are an experienced financial planning professional with a passion for driving business performance through strategic financial analysis, we would like to hear from you. Please submit your CV, a cover letter outlining your relevant experience, and any supporting documents to our recruitment team. We look forward to meeting talented candidates who can contribute to our continued success.