Senior Finance Analyst

ZALORA Group

Senior Finance Analyst managing forecasts, reporting, and cost controls for ZALORA, Asia’s online fashion and lifestyle destination. Supporting data-driven decisions across Malaysian operations.

Posted 8/6/2026full-timeKuala Lumpur • 🇲🇾 MalaysiaSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial planning, management reporting, and cost analysis, with advanced proficiency in Excel for data-driven decision-making. Capable of collaborating across departments to optimize payroll and operational expenses while ensuring accuracy and integrity in financial reporting.

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Financial PlanningCost AnalysisAdvanced Excel ProficiencyBusiness ForecastingCPA/ACCA/ICAEW Qualification

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Hard Skills

Financial ReportingCost ForecastingData AnalysisScenario AnalysisBudget AdherenceAccruals ManagementReconciliationsDriver-Based ModelsVendor Spend AnalysisHeadcount Analysis

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsAttention to DetailInitiativeAdaptabilityTime Management

Tools & Technologies

ExcelFinancial Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in BusinessCPAACCAICAEW

Industry Keywords

G&APayroll CostsOperating ExpensesCost StreamsFinancial IntegrityCost-Saving OpportunitiesKuala Lumpur OfficeEmployment Pass

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate financial planning and management reporting processes across G&A, tech costs, and other operating expenses
Collaborate with People & Culture to align payroll costs, headcount movement, and compensation forecasts
Analyze cost streams, trends, and opportunities and provide actionable recommendations
Develop and maintain cost forecasts, driver-based models, and scenario analyses
Prepare and present cost performance reports, headcount analyses, vendor and contract spend breakdowns, and recommendations
Monitor and report on cost projects, commitments, budget adherence, and contract renewals
Ensure the quality, accuracy, and integrity of accruals, allocations, reconciliations, and financial information
Identify and communicate financial issues, control gaps, and cost-saving opportunities to stakeholders
Use Excel and financial systems to support data-driven cost management

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Accounting, or a related field
Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in business planning, forecasting, reporting, and analysis
CPA/ACCA/ICAEW qualification preferred but not required
Ability to initiate and drive change across organizational levels
Strong analytical skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
Advanced Excel proficiency, including pivot tables, data visualization, automation, and large dataset analysis
Ability to balance speed and accuracy in a fast-paced environment
Ability to make independent decisions and take initiative
Meticulous attention to detail, self-starter attitude, strong sense of urgency, and adherence to deadlines
Ability to adapt and thrive in rapidly changing environments
Malaysian citizenship or eligibility requiring an Employment Pass
Willingness to report to the Kuala Lumpur office and work in a hybrid arrangement

Benefits

Comp & perks

An exciting platform to make your success story
Care for your mental and physical wellbeing
Flexibility woven into your lifestyle
A seamless work environment with a friendly and team-fueled culture
Career growth aligned to your professional and personal needs and goals