SGS

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager

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Muntinlupa, Southern Manila District, National Capital Region, PHL

Hybrid

Senior level

Information Technology • Professional Services • Security • Consulting

The Role

The FP&A Manager will lead budgeting processes, perform financial analysis, oversee cost control, and provide critical reporting to senior management while managing stakeholder relationships.

Summary Generated by Built In

Company Description

We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. Our 93,000 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Job Description

Reporting Line

Business Controller

Primary Responsibilities

Business partnering
Forecasting, Annual Budget & Medium-term planning
Financial Analysis
Capital Expenditure Review and Post Review Analysis
Cost Control
Financial Reporting
Inventory Accounting & Control

Specific Responsibilities

Lead and manage the annual budget process – revenue, direct/indirect/sales & marketing costs, support overheads, capital expenditures, headcount, and allocation drivers.
Monitor and update forecasts regularly to reflect changes in business conditions and provide actionable insights.
Develop and maintain financials models and reports to support forecasting and budgeting process.
Track sales and spending to ensure alignment with targets and report variances with clear and concise commentaries and recommendations to senior management.
Prepare and present financial information to stakeholders highlighting key variances and providing recommendations.
Analyze cost structures and identify opportunities for cost-saving to improve profitability.
Track and manage both direct/indirect costs, sales & marketing costs, support overheads.
Review purchase requisitions and challenge any spending that is not align with target margin.
Review viability and reasonableness of cost savings projects by various departments.
Review of proposed capital expenditures and perform post review analysis.
Work closely with local finance and finance shared services center team to ensure accurate recording of financial transactions.
Act as business partner to various departments – Business, Operations, Commercial & Support Overheads
Prepare ad-hoc financial reporting and analysis – P&L simulation & scenarios.
Work closely with commercial team to review a reasonable sales pricing model.
Oversee the inventory accounting and controls to ensure accurate valuation and reporting
Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment.

Qualifications

Profile

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
Must be a Certified Public Accountant
Minimum of 5 years of experience in Financial Planning and Analysis and Budget Management or Financial Reporting
Exposure in business partnering with senior management and stakeholders
High work ethic and integrity
Assertive, Self-driven and Independent in a fast-paced environment
Amenable to Hybrid set-up – 3x per week onsite

Required Skills

Strong analytical skills to interpret complex financial data and give strategic advice based on these analyses.
Advanced knowledge of financial forecasting and diagnosis, corporate finance and information analysis
Proficient in spreadsheets, databases, MS Office and financial software applications
Outstanding presentation skills with ability to present financial data to non-financial colleagues, stakeholders, and executive leadership.
Excellent organization skills to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
Exceptional problem-solving skills to identify potential issues and implement effective solution.
Highly developed communication skills to interact effectively with colleagues, senior management, and stakeholders.

Skills Required

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
Must be a Certified Public Accountant
Minimum of 5 years experience in Financial Planning and Analysis or Budget Management
Exposure in business partnering with senior management
Strong analytical skills to interpret complex financial data
Proficient in spreadsheets, databases, MS Office and financial software applications

SGS Compensation & Benefits Highlights

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Healthcare Strength — Core medical, dental, and vision coverage is part of the U.S. package and is generally viewed as adequate even if not standout. Company information also underscores healthcare coverage as a standard element of the offering.
Retirement Support — A 401(k) is commonly included in the U.S., and group disclosures reference post‑employment benefit plans in select regions. These components provide a baseline of retirement security beyond core pay.
Strong & Reliable Incentives — Annual incentive/bonus structures are part of the compensation mix and cited positively in some regions and roles. Punctual pay is also highlighted as a plus.