Senior Financial analyst

Description

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Field FP&A

Requirements:

Education: Bachelor degree in finance, accounting, economics, statistics or management information system
Experience: Three to four (3-4) years in financial planning in a large multinational organization

 

Job Description:

- Plan a key role in propelling business strategies; run project profitability analysis, analyze financial implications and provide financial recommendation to the management with the objective of improving long-term profitability.

- Work closely with top management and various departments to drive financial results.

- Analyze monthly financial performance, conduct forecast and business planning.

 

Areas of Responsibility:

1. Business Strategy

Conduct the financial analysis of strategic tactics to improve long-term financial performance, and provide financial recommendations in order to achieve APAC profitability objectives.

2. Business Planning

Advise management on financial issues; develop analytical models to enhance business planning process; train cost center managers to use planning systems; recommend alternatives in allocating scarce resources, and ensure completion of functional expense, capital and FTE business plans within targeted deadlines, in order to achieve long-term profitability.

3. Project Profitability Analysis

Approve capital and lease projects up to defined limits; analyze and lead the analysis of Divisional, Regional, or District projects, and recommend actions in order to improve long-term profitability.

4. Financial Reporting and Forecasting

Prepare financial reports, forecasts and presentations at the District, Regional, or Divisional levels; identify trends, and make recommendations based upon results in order to minimize risk and maximize opportunities.

5. Pricing

Support the review of pricing relevance by analyzing the cost components and cost drivers

6. Policies and Procedures

Clarify and communicate appropriate policies and procedures and ensure compliance.

 


FedEx was built on a philosophy that puts people first, one we take seriously. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and we are committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce in which we enforce fair treatment, and provide growth opportunities for everyone.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, color, national origin, genetics, religion, gender, marital status, pregnancy (including childbirth or a related medical condition), physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

Our Company

FedEx is one of the world's largest express transportation companies and has consistently been selected as one of the top 10 World’s Most Admired Companies by "Fortune" magazine. Every day FedEx delivers for its customers with transportation and business solutions, serving more than 220 countries and territories around the globe. We can serve this global network due to our outstanding team of FedEx team members, who are tasked with making every FedEx experience outstanding.

Our Philosophy

The People-Service-Profit philosophy (P-S-P) describes the principles that govern every FedEx decision, policy, or activity. FedEx takes care of our people; they, in turn, deliver the impeccable service demanded by our customers, who reward us with the profitability necessary to secure our future.

The essential element in making the People-Service-Profit philosophy such a positive force for the company is where we close the circle, and return these profits back into the business, and invest back in our people.

Our success in the industry is attributed to our people. Through our P-S-P philosophy, we have a work environment that encourages team members to be innovative in delivering the highest possible quality of service to our customers.

We care for their well-being, and value their contributions to the company.

 

 

Our Culture

Our culture is important for many reasons, and we intentionally bring it to life through our behaviors, actions, and activities in every part of the world. The FedEx culture and values have been a cornerstone of our success and growth since we began in the early 1970’s. While other companies can copy our systems, infrastructure, and processes, our culture makes us unique and is often a differentiating factor as we compete and grow in today’s global marketplace.

 

 

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