Financial Analyst (SEA)

Job Description

Kearney is a leading global professional services firm with offices across multiple regions. We are trusted advisors to our clients, partnering with them to solve complex business challenges and drive sustainable results. We are committed to fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performance culture.

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

We are committed to building a safe and respectful workplace where all employees feel valued and supported.

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

Equal Employment Opportunity and Non-Discrimination

Kearney is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We recruit, hire, train, promote, and compensate employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable laws.

Language Requirements

English