JP & KR Financial Analyst, Demand Forecasting & Analysis
Tokyo, Tokyo-to, Japan
Corporate Functions
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Join Apple Sales finance in Tokyo for a role in Demand Forecasting and Analysis (DF&A) to support Japan and Korea reseller business. You will be key partner of a dynamic and agile Sales Finance organization. You will support executive team’s strategic decisions by providing financial insights based on in-depth analysis and highlighting risk & opportunities proactively. We need a bright and motivated individual who learns quickly, is curious, and can collaborate and challenge effectively. The successful candidate is an excellent professional with strong analytical skills and has experience in a multinational and dynamic environment.
Key Qualifications
- 3+ years of forecast/planning experience or consulting/analytic type of roles
- High level of analytical skills with attention to details and ability to influence with numbers
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate results to both leadership and cross-functional teams, representing Finance perspective to non-Finance business partners
- Self-starter with the ability to take care of ambiguity and work independently in face paced environment & great teammate with positive, dedicated and open attitude
- Ability to prioritize workload and respond quickly to urgent request. Flexible and adaptable
- Ability to work under tight deadlines and deal with ambiguity
- Extremely curious - not satisfied with easy or convenient answers; drives issues to root cause
- Excel Specialist and Keynote/presentation skills. SQL/Tableau is a plus
- Fluency in English and Japanese
Description
As a DF&A financial analyst, you will own and be involved in the following activities;
- Work close with Sales and other Sales Finance team to model the demand forecast for your assigned product and deliver written and verbal presentations to senior management and executives
- Propose detailed revision to current quarter forecast on weekly basis and explain internal and external drivers & financial impact
- Understand the Japan & Korea Channel business and strategy and come with insightful analysis on variability of business performance
- Drive deep collaboration with Pacific Operation teams and Worldwide Sales Finance to enhance the business impact.
- Be responsible for sharing insights and analyzing current business trends
Key Interaction with:
Sales Finance teams in Japan and Korea
Sales Directors and Account Managers
Sales Planning and Operations team
Worldwide Sales Finance in Cupertino
Pacific Operations team
Education & Experience
BA/BS degree or equivalent experience