AVP for Finance Automation

Michael Page; Makati; On-site; PHP 4,000,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

60% work-from-home

Job summary

Michael Page is recruiting for an AVP Finance Automation role in Makati, Philippines. The position focuses on driving finance transformation through intelligent automation and working with senior stakeholders to shape scalable finance solutions.

Based in Makati with a midshift schedule and a 60% work-from-home setup, the role requires strong experience in finance systems, automation initiatives, and cross-functional collaboration across finance and technology teams.

Qualifications

• Experience with finance systems and automation initiatives.
• Background in management accounting or core finance functions.
• Experience translating business requirements into automation solutions.
• Familiarity with low-code and automation tools is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Drive finance transformation through intelligent automation.
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders to shape scalable finance solutions.
• Lead intake and evaluation of automation opportunities within Finance.
• Prioritize automation initiatives based on business value and strategic alignment.
• Translate finance processes into scalable automation solutions using existing platforms.
• Partner with finance, IT, and automation teams to drive delivery.
• Oversee automation timelines and governance alignment.
• Support business case development for automation projects.
• Identify opportunities to transition low-code tools into strategic solutions.
• Contribute to AI-driven initiatives within finance automation.

Skills

Finance automation

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional collaboration

Financial reporting

Tools

Alteryx

Power BI

IPA platforms

Job description

About Our Client

The organization is a globally recognized banking and financial services institution with a strong and growing presence in Makati. Its Finance function is supported by a dedicated Intelligent Automation team that delivers low-code and strategic automation solutions to enhance efficiency, governance, and scalability. The Manila hub operates within a highly collaborative, structured environment, working closely with international stakeholders and senior finance leaders. The team is known for its forward‑looking approach, integrating AI and automation into core finance processes to support transformation initiatives.

Job Description

• Drive finance transformation through intelligent automation
• Work closely with senior stakeholders shaping scalable finance solutions
• Lead the intake and evaluation of automation opportunities within the Finance organization
• Assess and prioritize automation initiatives based on business value and strategic alignment
• Translate finance processes into scalable automation solutions using existing platforms
• Partner with finance stakeholders, IT teams, and automation specialists to drive delivery
• Oversee automation implementation timelines and ensure alignment with governance frameworks
• Support the development of business cases for automation projects
• Identify opportunities to transition low-code tools into more strategic solutions
• Contribute to AI‑driven initiatives within finance automation

The Successful Applicant

• Years of experience with strong exposure to finance systems and automation initiatives
• Strong background in management accounting or core finance functions
• Proven experience translating business requirements into system or automation solutions
• Background in intelligent automation, process automation, or finance transformation
• Familiarity with low-code and automation tools (e.g., Alteryx, Power BI, IPA platforms) is a plus but not required
• Strong understanding of finance data flows, systems, and reporting architectures
• Experience working with cross‑functional teams across finance and technology
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills at senior levels

What's on Offer

The AVP for Finance Automation role offers the opportunity to play a key part in finance transformation within a global banking environment. The position provides strong exposure to senior stakeholders and strategic initiatives that shape future finance operations. Based in Makati, the role follows a midshift schedule with a 60% work‑from‑home setup, offering flexibility while supporting global teams. The organization promotes a structured and collaborative culture focused on innovation and scalability. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals looking to deepen their expertise in finance automation and transformation.