Financial Analyst - Distributor Rebates
- Pulau Pinang
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Ensure accurate and timely payment of all contractual rebates to customers.
- Calculate and validate rebate accruals to ensure revenue is accurately stated; perform adjustments as necessary to reflect true financial positions.
- Conduct detailed analysis to support payment forecasting and contribute to working capital optimization initiatives.
- Review rebate program documentation, including terms and conditions, and collaborate with Legal and Sales Operations to resolve any discrepancies or inconsistencies.
- Respond promptly to customer inquiries and issues, ensuring thorough follow-up and resolution to maintain high customer satisfaction.
- Support the Revenue Accounting team with in-depth analysis of rebate transactions and related financial impacts.
- Maintain a comprehensive understanding of rebate accrual and payment processes, leveraging this knowledge to uphold strong internal controls.
- Engage in daily collaboration with cross-functional teams including Sales Finance, Regional Finance, Business Unit Finance, Credit, and others to manage customer rebate activities effectively.
- Serve as a key contact for internal and external reporting, audits, and compliance matters related to pricing, revenue accruals, and rebate payments.
- Ensure smooth and accurate month-end close processes, adhering to GAAP, internal policies, and SOX key controls.
- Lead and manage projects, assignments, and continuous process improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.
- Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure and drive performance improvements.
- Prepare and deliver reports and presentation materials for management and business stakeholders.
- 2 - 5 years of related working experience.
- Proactive, an eye for detail, have an inquisitive mind and have the passion to sharpen your analytical skills.
- Positive and can-do attitude, good business partnership skills and possess good communication skills.
- Assertive, creative, and ready to work in a changing environment.
- A self-starter and able to work independently with minimal supervision and a good team player.
- Willingness to learn and ability to interact at all levels.
- Strong Excel proficiency and macro knowledge will be an added advantage.
- Able to work under tight deadlines.
- SAP/ other ERP system knowledge is an added advantage.
- Degree in Accountancy / Business Studies / ACCA or any equivalent accounting processional qualification.