Senior Analyst, Finance I+E (PHL)

The Senior Analyst, Finance, I+E provides high quality advice and support to key business stakeholders in relation to Finance. This position supports the business in relation to project governance, joint ventures, alliances, financial auditing and performance reporting. The incumbent will role model the SJ Group values, ethics and code of conduct and ensure all business activities are carried out in accordance with these guiding principles.

Responsibilities:

• Support project teams with project financial budgeting and project planning activities.

• Review, analyse and report on month-end project performance data and support completion of monthly reviews.

• Assist with the creation of new projects including policy compliance and the recognition and escalation of commercial risks as required.

• Provide analysis of projects including financial performance, cost allocation, earned value and scenario analysis.

• Deliver lock-up management including the oversight of preparation of invoices and supporting information within the time frame required by the contract or client as directed.

• Ensure commercial guidance provided to stakeholders in relation to reducing SMEC’s exposure to risk throughout the project’s lifecycle.

• Assist project employees with the provision of financial information to meet project requirements including charge rules, calculations and cost data.

• Support Major Projects, Joint Ventures and Alliances including cost monitoring and consolidation, invoicing and cash flow management, and general financial support and audits

• Facilitate the training for team members in the use of the financial system and tools related to project finance management.

• Contribute to finance training to all new starters and those who request training.

• Assist with any financial system and tools initiatives and rollouts.

• Assist with queries referred to the Finance team including project planning, monthly reviews, accounts payable, accounts receivable and general finance duties.

• Provide necessary support to enable achievement of financial targets through sound financial governance.

• Provide commercial advice and initiate commercial reviews aimed at improving the commercial performance of the business.

• Liaise with relevant stakeholders to ensure financial reporting aligns with contractual obligations.

• Work with functional managers to develop financial plans and business tools.

• Assist with new business integration management through due diligence and operational enhancement of subsidiary businesses

Qualifications:

• Tertiary qualifications in Accounting and/or Finance.

• Has the demonstrated ability to consistently:

1. Succeed in a similar role within a corporate environment.

2. Understand business and management principles involved in cost control.

3. Deal appropriately with confidential/sensitive information.

4. Establish strong business relationships within a group environment and beyond to ensure efficient delivery of outputs.

5. To produce quality outcomes within an environment with competing demands and tight deadlines.

• Growing knowledge of organisation’s accounting procedures related to work performed.

• Skilled use of spreadsheets, data analysis and reconciliation procedures.

• Strong administration and procedural skills.

• The ability to establish priorities, work independently and proceed with objectives without supervision when required.

• Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively within a culturally diverse and multi-disciplinary environment.

• Intermediate level in Microsoft applications.

• Intermediate skills in financial applications.

About SMEC

For 75 years, SMEC has built a reputation as a trusted partner on major transport and energy infrastructure projects around the world. Our design leaders and specialist teams draw on deep expertise and experience delivering projects across a range of diverse environments, from some of the world’s most remote locations to some of the densest urban surroundings.

We understand the value of relationships to ensure that we comprehensively address all requirements at each stage in a project’s development. By closely collaborating with our clients, contractors, subcontractors and asset operators, we deliver commercially informed design thinking through local specialists who understand on-the-ground context and industry expectations.

We stand apart through our historically diverse, globally connected workforce, operating out of more than 40 countries with strong local relationships.

Our diverse workforce of professionals are highly respected experts who bring talent, experience and passion to their fields. Challenging boundaries, we look beyond the project scope to ensure we leave a positive impact in the communities we live and work in and allow present and future generations to thrive.

At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world!