Finance Planning & Analysis Manager - APAC

At GHD, we don’t just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day.

Who are we looking for?

We're looking for an experienced Finance Planning & Analysis Manager (FP&A) to drive and coordinate FP&A activities across the APAC region for GHD

Reporting to the Enterprise Head of Planning & Analysis and partnering closely with the APAC CFO, the FP&A Manager – APAC plays a critical role in driving the financial performance and strategic direction of the APAC business. 

This role exists to deliver clear, forward-looking financial insights and strategic recommendations that enable informed decision-making aligned with the company’s objectives. 

You will oversee the budgeting and forecasting processes, analyse financial data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities, and ensure that all financial plans are robust and adaptable. 

Critical to being successful in this role you will be able to translate and communicate complex data into clear, compelling insights and recommendations. 

Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you:

• Drive the delivery of monthly, quarterly, and bi-annual management insights and presentations for the APAC Leadership Team
• Articulate complex financial matters into clear, actionable insights and communicate them effectively to drive strategic conversations with Executives and stakeholders.
• Analyse industry, economic, financial, and market trends, delivering quarterly macroeconomic overviews and recommendations that inform APAC strategy and planning.
• Lead the APAC budgeting and forecasting processes, leveraging automation, data, and best practice approaches to deliver robust, timely plans.
• Ensure the APAC reporting framework aligns 
• Champion continuous improvement and finance transformation initiatives, identifying opportunities to streamline processes, enhance reporting, and drive greater efficiency and value.
• Coach and develop team members and peers, fostering a collaborative, high-performing FP&A culture that supports growth and capability building.

What you will bring to the team: 

• 10 plus years in a similar role with proven experience in Financial Planning & Analysis in a complex, matrixed, or multinational organisation.
• Demonstrated experience leading budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting processes at regional or business unit level.
• Strong capability in financial modelling, scenario planning, and translating analysis into actionable insights and recommendations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to translate complex financial information into clear, compelling messages for diverse audiences.
• Proficiency in advanced Excel and financial systems; experience with ERP and BI tools (e.g. SAP, Oracle, Power BI) highly regarded.
• Solid understanding of key financial and commercial concepts, industry drivers, and macroeconomic trends relevant to the APAC region.
• Strong stakeholder management and business partnering skills, with a proven ability to influence senior executives.
• Professional accounting qualifications equivalent to CPA or Chartered Accountant

Key to being successful in this role is the ability to build and develop strong internal relationships. If you thrive in this area, this may be the role for you. 

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GHD embraces hybrid work arrangements to create a work environment focused on well-being, flexibility and productivity where GHD people can thrive, this supports the diverse needs of our workforce while balancing the benefits of remote working with the value of face-to-face collaboration in the office.

GHD is an equal opportunity employer, and we want everyone to be able to fully participate in our recruitment process. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all identities.