Senior Manager - Business Control (Network & IT)

A. PROFILE

Role Title: Senior Manager - Business Control (Network & IT)
Reporting to: Director, Financial Planning & Performance Management
Division: Financial Planning & Performance Management
Department / Section: Finance

B. CONTEXT

Purpose: Partner with Network & IT leadership to drive financial performance, cost efficiency, investment governance and strategic planning. Ensure financial discipline across technology operations through planning, forecasting, performance analysis, cost control, and governance activities.

Context: Finance Department sets a strategic direction and runs day-to-day operations of all finance, procurement and supply chain activities. Finance Department also ensures the company growth plans are managed from a financial perspective and profit targets are achieved within an acceptable level of risk.

C. ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES

Financial Planning & Forecasting

Lead Annual Operation Plan (AOP) development for Network & IT functions.
Prepare monthly latest estimate (LE) and rolling forecast submissions.
Develop cost-driver-based budgeting models and financial forecasts.
Monitor actual spending against budget and forecast.
Identify financial risks, opportunities and recommend corrective actions.
Support long-term strategic financial planning for technology investments.

Cost Ownership & Financial Control

Act as financial owner for Network & IT operating expenses.
Review and approve cost allocation, provisions and accruals.
Ensure accuracy and completeness of month-end financial postings.
Monitor cost center performance and spending compliance.
Tighten control on expenses and promote cost optimization.
Maintain strong financial controls and compliance with accounting policies.

Monthly Financial Performance Management & Business Analysis

Perform deep-dive analysis of actual financial performance.
Analyse cost drivers, trends, and operational efficiency metrics.
Conduct monthly performance reviews with technology leadership.
Prepare business insights and recommendation to improve financial results.
Identify opportunities for productivity improvements and cost savings.
Develop dashboards and KPI reporting for management decision-making.

Governance, Investment Control & Risk Management

Lead financial governance processes for Network & IT investments.
Review business cases and investment proposals at Investment Control (IC) forums.
Conduct post-investment evaluations and benefits realization reviews.
Validate and track savings initiatives and transformation benefits
Ensure compliance with corporate financial governance requirements.
Implement and strengthen internal control frameworks and processes

Stakeholder Management & Business Partnering

Serve as trusted finance business partner to CXOs and network & IT leadership teams.
Participate in operational reviews, strategic planning sessions, and vendor negotiations.
Support decision-making with financial insights and scenario analysis.
Collaborate with Procurement, Finance, Network and IT team.
Drive alignment between business objectives and technology investments.
Facilitate monthly performance calls and governance forums

Specialized Network & IT Finance & Value Creation

Perform site profitability analysis and network transformation assessments.
Evaluate Low Utilization Tower (LUT) to High Utilization Tower (HUT) conversion opportunities.
Develop tower lease sensitivity and contract renegotiation financial models.
Analyse energy and power consumption costs across network technologies.
Support renewable energy and energy-efficiency business cases.
Quantify financial benefits from network modernization and technology programs.

D. KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

Budget / Forecast Accuracy
Opex efficiency / Achievement
Saving realizations Vs target
Investment ROI achievement
Financial Closing Accuracy
Cost reduction delivered
Governance Compliance Score
Stakeholder satisfaction rating

E. WORKING RELATIONSHIPS & DECISION MAKING

Interacts with:
Internal: Works closely with senior management, finance teams, and other business units to drive performance and support strategic initiatives
External: Interact with external auditors or consultants as needed for performance reviews or process improvements

Decision Making

key insights and recommendations to senior management to support strategic decisions.
Makes decisions on process improvements and financial modelling to enhance financial planning and performance management.

F. EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience & Essential Knowledge

7-10 years of experience in financial management, business performance analysis, or strategic planning, with at least 3 years in a senior management role.
At least 3 years of experience in Telco industry

Minimum Entry Qualifications