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.