FP&A Assistant Manager

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Date: 6 Aug 2025

Location: San Juan City, Philippines

Company: inchcape

Inchcape is the leading global automotive distributor operating in more than 40 markets. We partner with some of the biggest brands in the business to power better mobility today and in the future.

 

Our diverse global team of over 20,000 talented people foster an inclusive and collaborative culture, championing a brilliant experience for our customers and partners. We’re a dynamic and fast-growing business, dedicated to shaping a successful and sustainable future for the industry.

 

Here, you will unlock your full potential with career opportunities and learning experiences. You’ll work with cutting-edge technology, ground-breaking innovation, and forward-thinking colleagues. If you are highly driven with a can-do attitude, and you bring out the best in yourself and others, then join us to power new futures.

 

ROLE SUMMARY:

The FP&A serves as a key member of the management team. This role places a premium on strategic and inspirational finance leadership and a deep commitment and understanding of the Philippines' markets.   
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced FP&A (Financial Planning & Analysis) to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will play a pivotal role in driving data-driven decision-making, financial analysis, and business intelligence initiatives for our organization. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in FP&A with a focus on financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting, and experience in the automotive industry, retail, or manufacturing industries is a significant advantage.
 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Strategic business partner.

Act as a strategic and analytical thought partner and strategic advisor to the local leadership team on a wide range of financial, strategic, operational, IT, and organizational issues that will influence Inchcape’s growth and performance in the Philippines.

 

  • Operational Finance.

Partner with management teams to develop and manage the company’s key operating mechanisms. Partner with commercial and operational finance leaders to provide relevant and timely analysis, benchmarks, and business insights that inform business decisions and drive profitable growth. Develop and review financial forecasts with management to ensure business performance is in line with expectations. Recommend actions for improvement as appropriate.

 

  • Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A):
    • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and maintain the annual budget and forecasting processes.
    • Analyse financial performance against budgets and forecasts, identifying key variances and trends.
    • Prepare financial reports, dashboards, and presentations for senior management to support strategic decision-making.
    • Assist in developing financial models and scenario analysis for various business initiatives.
    • Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide actionable insights to improve financial performance.
  • Data Analysis:
    • Gather and consolidate data from multiple sources to create comprehensive business intelligence reports and dashboards.
    • Develop and maintain data analytics tools, models, and systems to support data-driven decision-making.
    • Identify opportunities to enhance data quality, reporting efficiency, and analytical capabilities.
    • Collaborate with IT teams to ensure data integrity, security, and scalability.
    • Train and educate team members on BI tools and best practices.
  • Industry Expertise (Automotive or Retail)
    • Leverage your industry-specific knowledge to provide valuable insights and recommendations.
    • Stay updated on industry trends, benchmarks, and best practices to support strategic planning.

 

REQUIREMENTS:

 

  • Bachelor’s degree in finance, Business, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree is a plus.
  •  Minimum of +5 years of experience in FP&A, with a strong focus on business intelligence.
  • Experience in the automotive or retail industry is highly preferred.
  • Proficiency in financial modeling, data analysis, and BI tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, SQL, Python).
  • Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems (SAP or Oracle).
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams and adapt to a dynamic work environment

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.