Job Summary
We are seeking a highly analytical and results-driven Business Planning Supervisor to lead the company's financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance management activities. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving business performance through data-driven insights, strategic planning, and cross-functional collaboration.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy, Accounting Management, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
- Strong knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, profit planning, cost management, financial analysis, and KPI management.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel (advanced functions, financial modeling, dashboards, and data analysis), PowerPoint, and reporting tools.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex financial and operational data.
- Solid understanding of financial statements, variance analysis, profitability analysis, and business performance management.
- Proven ability to coordinate with cross-functional teams and align departmental objectives with overall company goals.
- Demonstrates initiative, accountability, and a strong sense of ownership in achieving organizational objectives.
- Capable of managing multiple priorities and delivering quality results within tight deadlines.
- Positive attitude with a strong customer-service orientation toward both internal and external stakeholders.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, with the ability to prepare management reports and communicate effectively with regional and corporate counterparts.
- Supervisory or team leadership experience is an advantage.
Key Responsibilities
1. Financial Planning & Budget Management
- Lead the planning, scheduling, and execution of the Annual Plan, Revised Plan, Mid-Term Plan, and Long-Term Business Plan.
- Consolidate company-wide budgets, forecasts, and financial plans to ensure alignment with corporate strategies and business objectives.
- Monitor budget utilization and recommend actions to optimize financial performance.
2. Performance Monitoring & Analysis
- Analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial results against budgets, forecasts, and prior-year performance.
- Conduct variance analysis to identify key business drivers, risks, and opportunities affecting profitability and operational performance.
- Provide actionable recommendations and improvement initiatives to support the achievement of financial targets.
3. Management Reporting
- Prepare and present management reports, KPI dashboards, profitability analyses, and executive summaries for senior management.
- Ensure the timely and accurate submission of reports to the Parent Company, Regional Headquarters, and other stakeholders.
- Support management decision-making through data-driven insights and business recommendations.
4. Leadership & Continuous Improvement
- Supervise and guide team members to ensure high performance and professional development.
- Promote continuous improvement initiatives to enhance planning, reporting, and business performance management processes.
- Collaborate with various departments to improve efficiency, strengthen controls, and support organizational growth.