Chief Financial Officer – CA/CFA/CPA Xperia Executives Search

The Corporate Institute; Hinoba-an; Sur place; PHP 2 000 000 - 4 000 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive compensation

Performance-based incentives

Strategic leadership role

Résumé du poste

The Corporate Institute is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to lead financial strategy, planning, and governance for its marine services and offshore operations. The role emphasizes strategic partnership with the leadership team to enable sustainable growth and improve financial discipline across the organization.

Ideal candidates bring chartered accounting credentials, 15–20 years in finance, and proven senior leadership in complex, project-based environments.

Qualifications

• CA/CPA/CFA mandatory qualifications for the role.
• 15–20 years of progressive finance experience required.
• At least 10 years in a senior leadership role preferred.

Responsabilités

• Develop and execute the company’s financial strategy aligned with goals.
• Provide strategic financial insights to Board and leadership.
• Support mergers, acquisitions, and expansion into marine/offshore segments.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling for marine ops.
• Manage cash flow, working capital and capex for vessels and assets.
• Ensure timely financial reporting and regulatory compliance.
• Lead treasury, funding, FX management, and risk controls.
• Drive cost optimization and efficiency with operations teams.
• Develop finance team and advance ERP/reporting systems.

Connaissances

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Operational discipline

Formation

Chartered Accountant (CA)

CPA

CFA

Description du poste

Industry Preference:

• Shipbuilding
• Ship Repair
• Marine Engineering
• Heavy Engineering
• Manufacturing
• Heavy Fabrication
• EPC Projects
• Infrastructure
• Defence Manufacturing
• Offshore Engineering

Role Overview:

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) will be responsible for overseeing the financial strategy, planning, and management.

The role requires strong leadership in financial governance, compliance, cost control, and strategic decision-making to support sustainable growth in marine services, offshore operations, and related maritime activities.

The CFO will act as a strategic partner to the leadership team, ensuring financial discipline while enabling operational efficiency and expansion.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Strategy & Leadership:

• Develop and execute the company’s financial strategy aligned with short-term and long-term business goals.
• Provide strategic financial insights to the Board and senior management for business planning and growth initiatives.
• Support mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and expansion into new marine or offshore service segments.

Financial Planning & Analysis:

• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling for marine operations and projects.
• Monitor cash flow, working capital, and capital expenditure, particularly for vessels, equipment, and marine assets.
• Analyse project profitability, contract margins, and operational costs.

Accounting & Compliance:

• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial statements in compliance with applicable accounting standards and statutory requirements.
• Oversee audits, taxation, regulatory filings, and compliance with maritime, corporate, and financial regulations.
• Establish and maintain strong internal controls and risk management frameworks.

Treasury & Funding:

• Manage banking relationships, financing arrangements, and credit facilities.
• Plan and optimize capital structure, debt management, and funding for fleet acquisition or upgrades.
• Oversee foreign exchange exposure, insurance, and risk mitigation related to marine operations.

Cost Control & Operational Support:

• Implement cost optimization initiatives across marine services, logistics, and support functions.
• Work closely with operations, procurement, and project teams to improve efficiency and financial discipline.
• Evaluate vendor contracts, charter agreements, and long-term service contracts.

Team & Systems Management:

• Lead and develop the finance and accounts team.
• Drive improvements in financial systems, ERP, reporting tools, and digital transformation.
• Establish robust financial reporting and MIS for management decision-making.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Chartered Accountant (CA), CPA, CFA, mandatory
• Minimum 15 – 20 years of progressive experience in finance, with at least 10 years in a senior leadership role.
• Experience in marine services, shipping, offshore, logistics, heavy industries, infrastructure, or project-based industries is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of corporate finance, taxation, compliance, and financial regulations.
• Proven ability to work with Boards, investors, banks, and auditors.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Strategic thinking and business acumen
• Strong leadership and decision-making abilities
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• High integrity and attention to detail
• Ability to work in a dynamic, operationally intensive environment

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to be part of a growing marine services organization
• Strategic leadership role with direct impact on company growth
• Competitive compensation and performance-based incentives