FP&A Manager

Job Purpose

• To ensure accurate and timely Thailand actual results – financial and operational KPI’s.
• Financial modeling for Thailand commercial projects, monthly outlooks, Annual Financial Plan & Strategic Business Plans.
• To prepare and consolidate Thailand Monthly Business Review, Quarterly Forecasts and Annual Plan package and provide analysis for the Thailand business.
• To support management with Thailand commercial analytics (Product, Channel, Franchisee/ partner profitability, Inventory)
• Reports to Head of Finance (Thailand)

Job Description

Lead the A&P and O&D by store by channel forecasting and budgeting process, ensuring accuracy and alignment with strategic objectives.

• Spearhead the development of operational and development forecasts and budgets, considering store-level and channel-specific factors. Collaborate with operational teams to align financial plans with business objectives.
• Consolidate and analyze financial data from various sources, including flash revenues, store-level performance, to provide comprehensive insights to management as well as total business P&L.
• Aggregate financial data from diverse sources, including flash revenues, store-level performance metrics, and financial statements. Conduct in-depth analysis to derive actionable insights and support decision-making at both operational and strategic levels.
• Review and validate the analysis conducted by the FP&A Analyst - Sales and Operational Support, providing feedback and recommendations when necessary.
• Oversee the work of junior analysts, ensuring accuracy and consistency in analysis methodologies and conclusions. Provide guidance and constructive feedback to support professional development and maintain high analytical standards.
• Prepare and analyze balance sheet and cash flow statements, identifying risks and opportunities for improvement.
• Analyze balance sheet and cash flow trends to assess liquidity, solvency, and financial health. Identify potential risks and opportunities, such as working capital optimization or capital expenditure prioritization, to drive financial performance improvement.
• Develop and maintain financial models to support long-term planning and scenario analysis.
• Build robust financial models to simulate various scenarios and assess their impact on business performance. Use models to evaluate strategic initiatives, investment opportunities, and potential business disruptions, supporting informed decision-making and risk management.
• Conduct feasibility analysis for new initiatives and projects, with a focus on mainline, outlet, and others.
• Evaluate the financial feasibility and potential risks of new initiatives across different sales channels. Consider factors such as market demand, competitive landscape, and operational requirements to assess investment viability and inform strategic decision-making.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and yearly reports on consolidated financial performance, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
• Generate comprehensive reports summarizing consolidated financial performance and position. Ensure accuracy and timeliness of reporting, providing management with actionable insights to drive performance improvement.
• Lead the forecasting and budgeting process for consolidated financial performance, managing the process independently.
• Take ownership of the forecasting and budgeting cycle for consolidated financial statements. Coordinate input from various departments, review assumptions, and finalize financial plans in alignment with strategic objectives and financial targets.
• Consolidate all financial data to present in the Profit and Loss statement, utilizing these numbers to build balance sheets and cash flow statements.
• Aggregate financial data from individual business units and departments to prepare consolidated profit and loss statements. Use these statements as a basis for constructing balance sheets and cash flow statements, ensuring accuracy and consistency across financial reporting.
• Prepare and deliver financial performance presentations for Senior Management, highlighting consolidated financial performance and strategic insights.
• Develop compelling presentations to communicate consolidated financial performance, key trends, and strategic insights to senior management. Tailor presentations to focus on critical issues, opportunities, and actions required to drive business success.
• Serve as the primary contact person to support regional reporting.
• Act as the main point of contact for regional finance teams, providing guidance and support on financial reporting requirements and processes. Facilitate communication and collaboration to ensure consistency and accuracy in regional financial reporting practices.
• Undertake additional ad hoc assignments as necessary to support project objectives and organizational needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required, Finance or Accounting major preferred.
• Minimum 8 years in FP&A, accounting, corporate finance, commercial banking, or investment banking.
• Demonstrated knowledge and proficiency in financial reporting and analysis, forecasting, budget management, and development of controls and procedures.
• Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning systems such as SAP.
• Experience working with outsourced financial service model.
• Experience in effectively managing teams of direct reports.
• Strong organizational skills: high attention to detail, consistent follow through.
• Strong team player and excellent verbal and written communication skills, demonstrating the ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with employees within and outside of finance/ organization.
• Good command of English.
• Retail/apparel industry experience a plus.