Joel Tang
About Joel Tang
Joel Tang is a Senior Finance Manager at Anaplan, where he has worked since 2022, leading cost optimization initiatives in the APAC region. He has a diverse background in finance, having held roles at Telenor, Siemens, and Protege, and holds degrees in Accounting and Finance from Singapore Management University.
Work at Anaplan
Joel Tang has been serving as a Senior Finance Manager at Anaplan since 2022 in Singapore. In this role, he has successfully led a cost optimization project in the APAC region, achieving a 20% reduction in operational expenses. This accomplishment reflects his strong capabilities in cost management and efficiency improvement. Additionally, he has taken on a leadership role in the Singapore Culture Team, which focuses on enhancing workplace culture and employee engagement, starting in November 2023.
Previous Experience
Prior to his current position at Anaplan, Joel Tang held various roles in the finance sector. He worked at Telenor as a Financial Controller from 2018 to 2020 and then transitioned to the role of Strategy Advisor from 2020 to 2022. During his tenure at Telenor, he was part of a project task force that launched a new business vertical in an APAC market within three months. He also played a key role in the procurement workstream for two telecommunications mergers and acquisitions while working at Protege from 2014 to 2016.
Education and Expertise
Joel Tang holds a Bachelor of Accountancy with a double major in Accounting and Finance from Singapore Management University. He also participated in a Summer Semester at Korea University Business School and completed an Exchange Semester in Finance and Economics at WU (Vienna University of Economics and Business). His educational background provides a solid foundation for his expertise in finance and business analysis.
Background
Joel Tang began his career in finance with a Diploma in Accountancy from Ngee Ann Polytechnic. He then progressed through various roles in finance, including Performance Controller at Siemens from 2016 to 2018. His diverse experience across different companies and roles has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of financial management, strategic procurement, and market entry strategies.