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SRM Technologies

Financial Analyst – Supply Chain Governance

SRM Technologies Koto, Japan

Information Technology & Services · 1,001-5,000 employees

7 h ago
financial-analyst Senior (5-10 yrs) Full-time Japan
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About the role

The Financial Analyst will support supply chain governance by analyzing operational and financial performance to drive strategic decision-making and cost optimization. Responsibilities include monitoring KPIs, preparing management reports, and conducting variance analysis to identify improvement opportunities.

What they look for

Financial Analysis Supply Chain Governance Operational KPIs Data Analysis Budgeting Cost Optimization Microsoft Excel Microsoft PowerPoint SAP ERP Business Performance Variance Analysis Management Reporting Strategic Planning Root Cause Analysis Power BI

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline, with an MBA in Finance or Supply Chain preferred. The role requires 3-7 years of experience in business analysis or finance, along with proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and ERP systems.

Full description

Role: Financial Analyst – Supply Chain Governance

1. Objective To support Supply Chain Governance by analyzing business performance, financial metrics, operational KPIs, and engineering data to drive strategic decision-making, cost optimization, and continuous business improvement.

2. Scope of Work 2.1 Business Performance & Financial Analysis • Analyze operational and financial performance to identify improvement opportunities. • Monitor business KPIs, budgets, and cost trends across supply chain operations. • Perform variance analysis between planned and actual performance. • Support preparation of monthly and quarterly business review 2.2 Data Analysis & Management Reporting • Analyze large datasets to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities. • Prepare management reports, dashboards, and executive presentations. • Develop KPI scorecards and business performance reports. • Prepare professional reports using Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint. Knowledge of Power BI is considered an added advantage. 2.3 Cost Optimization & Budget Monitoring • Support cost analysis across logistics, procurement, inventory, and operational activities. • Track project budgets and expenditure against approved plans. • Identify cost-saving opportunities and support implementation of improvement initiatives. • Assist in financial forecasting and budget planning. 2.4 Business Planning & Strategic Support • Support management with strategic planning activities through business analysis and data-driven recommendations. • Perform root cause analysis for business issues and recommend corrective actions. • Support ad-hoc management requests related to supply chain, finance, and operational performance.

3. Skills & Qualifications Educational Qualification

  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial

Engineering, Production Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related Engineering discipline.

  • MBA in Finance, Operations, Supply Chain, or Business

Analytics is preferred Technical Skills

  • Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Excel (advanced

formulas, Pivot Tables, reporting).

  • Strong presentation skills using Microsoft PowerPoint.
  • Experience with SAP ERP or equivalent ERP systems.
  • Knowledge of financial analysis and budgeting concepts. •

Power BI knowledge will be considered an added advantage. Experience • 3–7 years of experience in Business Analysis, Finance, Supply Chain, or Operations

  • Experience in budgeting, financial analysis, or cost control is preferred. •

Exposure to manufacturing or automotive industries will be an advantage.

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