Assistant Finance Manager FP&A & Business Partnering

Job Purpose:

We are seeking a highly analytical and commercially minded Assistant Finance Manager to join our regional FP&A and Business Partnering team. This role will focus on managing indirect costs (G&A and overheads), providing strategic insights, driving cost efficiency, and partnering with functional heads across the business. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic, multi-brand, and cross-border QSR environment.

Key Responsibilities:

FP&A & Reporting

• Lead the budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes for indirect costs across 10 brands and 12 countries.
• Develop and maintain driver-based models to track overhead trends and analyze variances vs. budget and prior periods.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly management reports and dashboards, highlighting key performance indicators, risks, and opportunities.
• Consolidate financial data from multiple markets and ensure accurate cost allocations and accounting treatments.

Business Partnering

• Act as a finance business partner to corporate functions enabling cost-conscious decision-making.
• Support procurement and vendor negotiations with financial insight and ROI analysis.
• Collaborate with country finance teams to ensure local indirect costs are aligned with regional strategy and benchmarks.
• Provide financial guidance on new initiatives and transformation projects related to overhead functions.

Cost Optimization & Strategic Insights

• Identify cost-saving opportunities and work with stakeholders to implement and track initiatives.
• Benchmark indirect spend against industry standards and internal best practices.
• Support ad-hoc analysis and scenario modeling for strategic projects.

Systems & Controls

• Leverage ERP and planning to streamline reporting and improve data quality.
• Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; CA / CPA / CIMA / MBA preferred.
• 4–7 years of relevant experience in FP&A, finance business partnering, or commercial finance—preferably within QSR, FMCG, retail, or multi-country operations.
• Strong understanding of indirect cost drivers and cost control methodologies.
• Proven experience working with cross-functional teams in a matrix organization.

Skills & Competencies:

• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills; proficiency in financial planning tools and data visualization platforms (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
• Analytical thinker with a proactive and problem-solving mindset.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.