RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate financial planning and management reporting processes to ensure accurate, timely, and forward-looking insights that drive disciplined cost management across G&A, tech costs, other operating expenses etc.
• Strengthen collaboration with People & Culture to better align actual payroll costs, headcount movement, and compensation forecasts.
• Analyze cost streams, identify trends and opportunities, and provide actionable recommendations to improve predictability and efficiency.
• Develop and maintain cost forecasts, driver-based models, and scenario analyses to support planning, prioritization, and business decision-making.
• Prepare and present cost performance reports, headcount movement analysis, vendor/contract spend breakdowns, and strategic recommendations to business partners and senior management.
• Support budget adherence through effective monitoring and reporting of cost projects, commitments, and contract renewals.
• Ensure the quality, accuracy, and integrity of financial information (accruals, allocations, reconciliations) for reliable reporting and decision-making.
• Proactively identify and communicate relevant financial issues, control gaps, and cost-saving opportunities to stakeholders.
• Demonstrate advanced Excel skills and strong familiarity with financial systems and tools to support data-driven cost management.

REQUIREMENTS:

• 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 is preferred but not required.
• Demonstrated ability to initiate and drive change across different levels of the organization.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Advanced technical proficiency in Excel, including experience analyzing and manipulating large datasets (e.g., pivot tables, data visualization, and automation).
• Ability to balance speed and accuracy in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to make independent decisions and take initiative.
• Meticulous attention to detail, a self-starter attitude, strong sense of urgency, and consistent adherence to deadlines.
• A demonstrated ability to adapt and thrive in rapidly changing environments is essential.

Wonder how it's like to build your career with ZALORA? Inspired by employees, we believe you'll be in for:

• An exciting platform to make your success story
• Have the utmost care for your mental and physical wellbeing
• Flexibility weaved into your lifestyle
• A seamless work environment with a friendly & team-fueled culture
• Career growth aligned to your professional and personal needs and goals

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The ZALORA Story

ZALORA is Asia’s leading online fashion, beauty, and lifestyle destination, and part of Global Fashion Group. As one of the region’s pioneering large-scale e-commerce platforms, ZALORA has established a strong presence across Southeast Asia, with key markets in Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Hong Kong, and receives over 50 million visits monthly.

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