Financial Analyst (SEA)

At Kearney, you will join a leading global professional services firm with offices across multiple regions, partnering with clients to solve complex business challenges and drive sustainable results.

Why Kearney

• Flexible work arrangements that support work–life balance
• Strong focus on learning, development, and career progression
• Collaborative and inclusive culture with exposure to senior stakeholders
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced professional services environment

Reporting Line

Reports to: Financial Controller – Southeast Asia

Enough about us, let’s talk about you

You are someone with:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
• 2–5 years of relevant experience in financial analysis, FP&A, or professional services finance
• Experience working in a matrix environment with multiple stakeholders
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail
• Ability to work independently with a proactive, growth-oriented mindset
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Advanced proficiency in Excel; experience with financial systems or ERP tools (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Anaplan) is an advantage
• Some experience with Philippines local tax processes (Direct and Indirect taxes) and BIR matters, with a view to supporting the tax function longer term
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

What does your day-to-day look like?

Financial Analysis & Reporting

• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including variance analysis against budget and forecast
• Support the preparation of management reports and dashboards to provide insights on financial performance
• Analyze revenue, costs, utilization, and margins across projects, practices, or business units
• Partner with business and operations teams to explain financial results and identify improvement opportunities
• Assist with ad hoc financial analysis and modeling to support decision-making

Budgeting, Forecasting & Planning

• Support the annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes
• Maintain and update forecasts based on latest business assumptions and performance trends
• Upload and manage forecasts and plans in financial planning systems (e.g., Anaplan or similar tools)
• Monitor key financial KPIs and highlight risks and opportunities

Project Finance Management

• Support project financial management, including revenue recognition, cost tracking, and work-in-progress monitoring
• Review project financial data to ensure accuracy and compliance with internal policies
• Partner with project managers to monitor project performance and address variances
• Support invoicing processes and monitor accounts receivable, following up on overdue items as required

Finance Governance & Controls

• Support compliance with internal finance policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements
• Assist with audit requests and documentation as required
• Contribute to continuous improvement of finance processes, tools, and reporting
• Apply firm policies and procedures to resolve routine financial issues