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.
SUMMARY
As a member of this team, you will play a critical role in delivering innovative technology solutions for finance operations in the APAC region.
The FP&A Supervisor works closely with business partners in the market to streamline workflows and increase efficiency and accuracy. Unlike traditional accounting services, we leverage our expertise in systems integration and process automation to provide end-to-end operational support to the markets.
Our ideal candidate is someone who has background in both financial and technology and has experience developing and implementing solutions to optimize financial processes. You will work closely with our IT and finance departments to identify improvement opportunities and drive innovation through technology.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Regional Operational Support
Support the month-end close and regular planning process by data preparation and consolidation
Support day-to-day data integration, quality assurance and correction (i.e. adjustments) activities
Drive automation initiatives for daily operational activities
Perform data quality improvement activities with the Business Intelligence team
Support data analysis and investigation activities
Work closely with finance team in APAC region (incl. mapping maintenance)
New Financial Application Development
Assist in the design of the solution and integration architecture
Assist with vendor selection
Gather user requirements and design system solutions with vendors
Perform preliminary system testing based on provided requirements
Organize and support UAT exercises in projects
Prepare materials and support user training for system deployment
Document standard operating procedures (SOP) for planning processes
Support transformational changes on system and processes
Continuous Improvement
Manage internal (i.e. in-house) development of new functionalities in planning tools, i.e. Anaplan / Jedox
Explore and implement new workflow automation using Anaplan / Alteryx scripts
Own and optimize standard operating procedures (SOP) for planning processes
Work with vendors for new automation opportunities and coordinate new project initiatives
Achieve target service level for customer support
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
College degree in accounting or finance related field with CPA qualification
Experience
At least 5 years of accounting or relevant experience, particularly in system accounting and financial planning
Licensure and Certification
Certified Public Accountant License
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Knowledge
Experience implementing financial applications / reporting tools, e.g. Anaplan / Jedox, SAP BPC, Microsoft Power BI, Power Apps, Alteryx is a plus
Skills
Basic database design and SQL skills
Abilities
Ability to collaborate with other teams across the region
Ability to work in a team, take initiative, pay attention to detail and manage time well, experience in working under shared service centres is preferrable
HEALTH, SAFETY, AND ENVIRONMENT (HSE) ACCOUNTABILITIES
Responsibilities
Participate in any HSE activities for the market and report any point for concerns according to current work set up.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The physical requirements of this position involve sedentary work, which involves sitting most of the time
Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body
The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures, and viewing a computer terminal
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Workstations located in air-conditioned offices with adequate lighting. Must perform work outdoors from time to time.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.
