Manager, Financial Analysis

Job Summary :

This role is part of Commercial Finance team, being the key business partner to Sales, Revenue Management, FP&A, Finance-Control, MEM and IT teams in driving the great business performance of the assigned customers and channel. 

Sales Finance Assistant Manager is responsible for support customer dimension of financial planning and outlook projection, analyzing and partnering with cross-functional teams to improve customer and channel performance.

Own and accountable for developing an effective financial model along with thorough understanding in business assumptions to ensure provide the right and sufficient information and tools to key stakeholders.

Job Responsibilities :

•    Partner with the Traditional Trade (TT) team to drive profitable growth through financial insights, performance analysis, and business decision support.
•    Support customer and channel financial planning processes, including monthly forecasts, Annual Operating Plan (AOP), Mid-Term Plan (MTP), and related management reporting.
•    Prepare and manage monthly forecasts for Net Sales, Rebate & Commission (R&C), and Sales Operating Expenses (Sales OPEX), ensuring accuracy, timely delivery, and alignment with business assumptions.
•    Serve as the Sales OPEX controller by monitoring budget utilization, maintaining financial discipline, and identifying cost optimization opportunities.
•    Deliver accurate and insightful month-end performance reports and variance analyses to support commercial decision-making.
•    Evaluate customer proposals, trade investments, and business opportunities, providing data-driven recommendations from financial, commercial, and operational perspectives.
•    Partner with Sales and cross-functional teams to strengthen financial governance and optimize return on commercial investments.
•    Support Revenue Growth Management initiatives by tracking performance and identifying opportunities to improve revenue and profitability.
•    Drive finance projects, process improvements, and cross-functional initiatives to enhance business performance and effectiveness.
•    Champion automation, digitalization, and reporting enhancements to improve efficiency, productivity, and data-driven decision-making.

Skills and Experiance :

•    Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in finance related field
•    Experience in commercial finance, financial planning, FP&A or business partnering roles, preferably FMCG exposure
•    Solid technical/functional knowledge in Finance and Accounting
•    Strong analytical skill
•    Strong financial modeling skill. Highly organized and detailed oriented.
•    Business partnering mindset to work effectively with cross functions
•    Strong communication and people skills. Able to influence across functions
•    Ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and focus on priorities
•    Good written and spoken English
•    Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly on Excel.  Familiar with SAP and Power BI is a plus.

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Our recruitment and selection processes are designed to highlight what Suntory offers as an employer while allowing candidates to share their unique skills and experiences. We understand that career trajectories vary, and if you believe your experience/background can benefit our team, we encourage you to apply. We endeavor to make our interview process as inclusive as possible and offer reasonable accommodations as needed. Together, we can cultivate a workplace where everyone can thrive and propel our mission of Growing for Good.