Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Training And Certificates
Community Involvement
Hobbies
References
Timeline
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Genevieve Kar Zhen Soo

Senior Financial Analyst
Kuala Lumpur

Summary

Finance professional with 11 years of experience in financial planning, forecasting, variance analysis and risk management. Exhibits initiative, meticulous attention to detail, adaptability and curiosity throughout domestic and international work experiences. Cultivates rapport with individuals to optimize project goals and output, resolve complex problems and deliver innovative improvement strategies. An MBA degree holder.


Career Objective : To seek managerial position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal and problem-solving skills.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Languages

Work History

Senior Financial Analyst I - Opportunity Consultant

Hewlett Packard Enterprise (Malaysia)
11.2021 - 11.2022
  • Supported APAC and global deals’ financial review, pricing review, compliance and risk assessment in order to win deal engagement
  • Reviewed contracts terms and condition related to finance with solution architects, compliance and legal team : Assessed profit margin, provided advice on revenue and cost recognition, assessed risk on non standard policy such as payment terms, liquidity damages clauses.
  • Prepared financial risk rating and presented for approval review processes.

Financial Analyst III - Regional Financial Analyst

Hewlett Packard Enterprise (Malaysia)
11.2014 - 11.2021
  • Managed regional partner rebates forecast and accruals based on sales goal attainment / marketing program framework and payout structure
  • Communicated with APAC countries and BU finance on reviewing accruals forecast and analysis.
  • Enhanced forecast accuracy from >20% to around 5% through development of sophisticated financial models and tools incorporating actual financial datas and calculations.
  • Collaborated with cross functional team to create and Implement SGA / automation tool (global project) in 2H20. Improved and automated calculation methodology, standardization and created databases for all countries
  • Provided comprehensive variance analysis on budget versus forecast and balance sheet fluctuation to facilitate strategic decision making
  • Facilitated smooth month-end close processes by ensuring on time and accurate journal bookings, addressing discrepancies promptly and reconciling accounts.
  • Assisted throughout annual audits process by preparing and compiling supporting documentation
  • Transitioned job roles from India amidst company's pivotal split into HPE and HP Inc. Effectively adapted to new roles and responsibilities across restructured organizations.
  • Trained junior analysts on best practices in financial analysis, contributed to stronger overall team performance.

Financial Analyst - Finance and Planning

IBM Malaysia
04.2011 - 09.2013
  • Planned and prepared financial modelling based on for IBM-client contracts with reference to statement of work (SOW)
  • Managed financial flow of revenue and cost to ensure targeted margin achieved. Supported executive decision-making by providing data-driven insights on revenue trends and cost drivers.
  • Worked closely with respective project team and provided financial advice on contracts’ financial position
  • Performed forecasting, analysis, and other related financial operation activities (Revenue/cost accruals and deferrals, billing management, milestone tracking, assets capitalization, purchase order review, new signed deals validation)
  • Completed Graduate Trainee program of 2 years and executed company CSR environmental projects.

Education

Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Global Business

Coventry University
05.2020 - 05.2023

BA (Hons) Finance, Accounting and Management, Second Class Upper -

University of Nottingham
09.2007 - 05.2010

Cambridge A-Levels (Commerce) -

Taylor’s University College
01.2006 - 05.2007

Skills

Financial Management

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Training And Certificates

  • 08/01/17, Big Data Analytics for Competitive Business Advantage, MIA
  • 06/01/18, Certificate in Global Business Services, ACCA

Community Involvement

Arts and Culture, Conservation, Education  

Penang Georgetown Festival, 2014-08 - 2014-09

Conservation Volunteers Australia, 2013-11

Relief Primary School Teacher, 2007-07 - 2007-08


Hobbies

Hiking in nature, travelling, reading, watching movies 

References

Available upon request

Timeline

Senior Financial Analyst I - Opportunity Consultant

Hewlett Packard Enterprise (Malaysia)
11.2021 - 11.2022

Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Global Business

Coventry University
05.2020 - 05.2023

Financial Analyst III - Regional Financial Analyst

Hewlett Packard Enterprise (Malaysia)
11.2014 - 11.2021

Financial Analyst - Finance and Planning

IBM Malaysia
04.2011 - 09.2013

BA (Hons) Finance, Accounting and Management, Second Class Upper -

University of Nottingham
09.2007 - 05.2010

Cambridge A-Levels (Commerce) -

Taylor’s University College
01.2006 - 05.2007
Genevieve Kar Zhen SooSenior Financial Analyst