Financial Planning Manager

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Finance Planning and Reporting Manager to join a highly respected organisation in Taipei. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on delivering accurate financial insights, enjoys collaborating with cross-functional teams, and is passionate about supporting business growth through robust financial planning and reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure timely and accurate monthly and quarterly cash reporting in line with headquarter guidelines, including rolling forecasts and risk & opportunity assessments.
• Oversee CAPEX management processes by coordinating actuals tracking and forecast planning to support strategic investment decisions.
• Provide clear visibility into cash movements by analysing changes in profit & loss statements and balance sheets to prepare detailed cash flow statements.
• Analyse key changes in P&L lines for both actual results and quarterly rolling forecasts prior to submission, highlighting significant trends or deviations.
• Support cost of goods sold (COGS) initiatives by partnering with local and global operations teams to validate financial impacts of operational changes.
• Assist with the annual transfer pricing exercise by validating local P&L data to ensure statutory reporting is robust and compliant with regulations.
• Deliver best-in-class business partnering services to stakeholders across Sales, Marketing, Operations, and other functions through effective financial modelling and KPI tracking.
• Engage proactively with above-market stakeholders including headquarters, Asia Pacific management entities, and global operations teams to align on financial objectives.

Key Requirements:

• Minimum 8 years’ experience in business analytics or equivalent roles within related industries is required for success in this position.
• Demonstrated expertise in managerial accounting practices combined with hands-on experience in financial reporting processes is essential.
• Comprehensive knowledge of International Accounting Standards (IAS), International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), as well as local statutory requirements is necessary.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications—particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and PowerBI—is expected for effective data analysis and presentation.
• Familiarity with enterprise resource planning systems such as SAP, Essbase, JDE, OBIEE, Tagetik or similar automation tools is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication skills—including coaching abilities—are important for fostering collaboration among direct reports and wider teams.
• Proven project management experience enables efficient coordination of multiple priorities within tight deadlines; general industry knowledge is considered an advantage.

About the Organization:

This organisation stands out for its unwavering commitment to nurturing talent within a supportive finance community that values collaboration over competition. A culture of open communication encourages knowledge sharing between departments—enabling everyone’s voice to be heard regardless of seniority or background. The company’s inclusive ethos ensures all employees feel valued for their unique contributions; making it an ideal place for those seeking long-term career satisfaction within finance.