Vivian Lai
About Vivian Lai
Vivian Lai is a Senior FP&A Analyst at Asurion with over a decade of experience in financial planning and analysis, specializing in the Asia Pacific region.
Current Title and Role
Vivian Lai is currently serving as a Senior FP&A Analyst at Asurion. She commenced her role in 2019 and has been contributing her expertise in financial planning and analysis to support the company. Her responsibilities include managing financial planning and providing strategic insights to drive business decisions.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Asurion, Vivian Lai worked at ICAP as a Regional Reporting Analyst from 2010 to 2018. During her 8-year tenure, she was responsible for comprehensive regional financial reporting. She also served as an Accountant at HIBEX SINGAPORE PTE LTD, where she worked for 10 years from 1999 to 2009, handling various accounting functions. Her early career included a brief role as a Credit and Collection Officer at GE Capital in Singapore in 1999.
Educational Background
Vivian Lai studied at Oxford Brookes University, where she pursued a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Applied Accounting. She completed her degree from 2003 to 2005. This educational foundation has supported her extensive career in financial and accounting roles.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Vivian Lai has developed strong technical skills in various financial reporting systems. Her expertise includes Hyperion HFM, Hyperion Planning, SmartView, Essbase, Oracle, Qlikview, and Qliksense. These skills have enabled her to support complex legal entities across the Asia Pacific region effectively.
Dashboard Development and Business Analysis
Vivian Lai has designed and introduced interactive dashboards for business analysis purposes. She leverages existing financial applications to create these dashboards, enhancing the capacity for detailed financial analysis and strategic business planning. These tools have been instrumental in providing clear insights and data-driven decision-making support.