Johnson Electric Finance Manager Financial Planning Analysis 

China, Hong Kong 

740811785

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

• Lead annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and long-range financial planning, with a focus on manufacturing cost structures, production efficiency, and inventory management.
• Develop and maintain complex financial models to support business decisions, including product costing, capital expenditure (CAPEX) analysis, and ROI evaluations.
• Analyze financial and operational KPIs (e.g., gross margin, production yield, overhead absorption) to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Partner with operations, supply chain, and manufacturing teams to provide data-driven insights and cost optimization strategies.
• Prepare monthly/quarterly management reports with actionable recommendations, including variance analysis against production budgets and forecasts.
• Develop and present high-quality board papers and presentations on financial performance.

• Deliver clear, concise, and compelling financial presentations to executives and stakeholders, translating manufacturing financials into strategic insights.
• Create executive dashboards and ad-hoc reports to support operational efficiency and profitability improvements.
• Present financial results and forecasts in a way that aligns with manufacturing KPIs and business objectives.

• Work closely with Accounting, Operations, Supply Chain, and Business Units to align financial plans with production goals and cost control initiatives.
• Drive digitization within the FP&A organization

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field. MBA, CPA, or CMA preferred.
• 8+ years in FP&A, corporate finance, or cost accounting, with at least 2 years in a managerial role.
• Manufacturing industry experience preferred (e.g., cost accounting, production finance, supply chain finance).
• Advanced Excel (pivot tables, macros, complex modeling).
• Proficiency in BI tools (e.g. Power BI) and ERP systems (e.g. Oracle) with experience in manufacturing modules.
• Knowledge of standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory valuation methods.
• Fluent English (written and spoken) with exceptional communication and storytelling abilities.
• Strong presentation skills (PowerPoint/Google Slides) for executive audiences.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.