Finance and Administration Manager

Monroe Consulting Group; Makati; On-site; PHP 2,000,000 - 3,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Monroe Consulting Group Philippines is partnering with a leading specialist in electronic Fire and Security systems to recruit a Finance and Administration Manager for Makati City. This role oversees financial governance, budgeting, reporting, cash flow, and controls across the Philippines, providing strategic financial insights to support sustainable growth.

The ideal candidate will have strong leadership, CPA/CMA credentials or MBA, and extensive experience in budgeting, forecasting, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, business administration or related field.
• CPA or CMA qualification preferred; MBA or master's degree an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of Philippine accounting standards, taxation, and financial regulations.
• Excellent financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis skills.
• Advanced Excel proficiency with PivotTables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, formulas, and financial modeling.
• Experience using ERP systems and cloud‑based accounting software.
• Strong commercial acumen with analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to translate financial information into business insights.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Prepare management accounts and reports for senior leadership.
• Analyze financial performance, identify trends, and recommend improvements.
• Provide financial insights to support strategic decisions.
• Lead annual budgeting process with department heads.
• Develop and maintain rolling forecasts for planning.
• Monitor spending against budgets and recommend actions.
• Support long‑term financial planning and capital investments.
• Monitor daily cash flow and working capital.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, and treasury functions.
• Maintain robust financial controls and accurate records.
• Identify opportunities to improve cash flow and reduce costs.
• Ensure compliance with Philippine accounting standards, taxation, and reporting.
• Maintain internal controls and governance processes.
• Identify and mitigate financial risks; coordinate audits.
• Oversee implementation of audit recommendations.
• Evaluate financial impact of opportunities, investments, and initiatives.
• Develop financial models and scenario analyses.
• Identify cost‑saving opportunities to improve profitability.
• Provide financial guidance for sustainable growth.
• Collaborate with HR, Sales, Operations, and Procurement.
• Support payroll processes and reconciliations.
• Manage relationships with banks, auditors, insurers, and regulators.
• Lead and develop the finance team.

Skills

Bachelor's Degree

CPA or CMA

Excel

Financial modeling

Analytical thinking

Commercial acumen

Communication skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration

CPA or CMA

MBA or Master's Degree

Tools

ERP systems

Cloud-based accounting software

Job description

Monroe Consulting Group Philippines, an executive recruitment firm, is recruiting on behalf of a leading specialist in the design, integration, installation, and maintenance of electronic Fire and Security systems, serving blue-chip clients across various industries. The job is based in Makati City, Philippines.

Job Summary

Our respected client is looking for a Finance and Administration Manager who will lead the financial management of the business across the Philippines, ensuring strong financial governance, compliance, and sustainable business growth. The role is responsible for overseeing financial planning, budgeting, reporting, cash flow management, and financial controls while providing strategic financial insights to support business decisions and long-term growth. Working closely with the Country Manager and departmental leaders, the Finance and Administration Manager will monitor financial performance, identify opportunities to improve profitability, manage financial risks, and ensure compliance with Philippine financial regulations and accounting standards. This role requires a commercially minded finance leader with strong analytical, leadership, and stakeholder management capabilities.

Key Job Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Reporting

• Lead the preparation of accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports in accordance with statutory and company requirements.
• Prepare management accounts and financial performance reports for senior leadership.
• Analyze financial performance, identify trends and variances, and recommend improvements.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to support strategic business decisions.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead the annual budgeting process in collaboration with department heads.
• Develop and maintain rolling forecasts to support business planning.
• Monitor departmental spending against approved budgets and recommend corrective actions.
• Support long‑term financial planning and capital investment initiatives.

Cash Flow & Financial Control

• Monitor daily cash flow and working capital to ensure financial stability.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, and treasury functions.
• Maintain robust financial controls and ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records.
• Identify opportunities to improve cash flow, reduce costs, and enhance operational efficiency.

Risk Management & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with Philippine accounting standards, taxation laws, and statutory reporting requirements.
• Maintain effective internal controls, financial policies, and governance processes.
• Identify and mitigate financial risks through sound planning and risk management.
• Coordinate internal and external audits and oversee the implementation of audit recommendations.

Strategic Financial Management

• Evaluate the financial impact of new business opportunities, investments, and operational initiatives.
• Develop financial models and scenario analyses to support strategic planning.
• Identify cost‑saving opportunities and initiatives to improve profitability.
• Provide financial guidance to support sustainable business growth.

Stakeholder & Team Management

• Collaborate closely with HR, Sales, Operations, and Procurement teams to support business objectives.
• Support payroll processes and oversee financial reconciliations.
• Manage relationships with banks, auditors, insurance providers, government agencies, and external financial partners.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team to drive high performance and continuous professional growth.

Key Job Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• CPA or CMA qualification is preferred; MBA or Master's Degree is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of Philippine accounting standards, taxation, and financial regulations.
• Excellent financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, advanced formulas, and financial modeling.
• Experience using ERP systems and cloud‑based accounting software.
• Strong commercial acumen with excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to translate financial information into business insights.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and stakeholder management capabilities.

Experience

• Minimum of 5 to 10 years of experience in finance, accounting, or financial management.
• At least 2 years of leadership or supervisory experience.
• Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and cash flow management.
• Experience managing audits, taxation, statutory compliance, and internal controls.
• Demonstrated ability to develop financial strategies that improve business performance.
• Experience collaborating across multiple business functions to support operational decision‑making.

Personal Attributes

The successful candidate will be a highly analytical and commercially driven finance professional with exceptional attention to detail. You will possess strong leadership skills, sound business judgment, and a proactive mindset in identifying opportunities to improve financial performance. You will be confident in presenting financial insights to senior leadership and capable of building strong cross‑functional relationships to support the continued growth and success of the business.

What Makes You a Great Fit?

• Proven success leading finance and accounting functions within a growing organization.
• Strong commercial acumen and strategic financial planning experience.
• Excellent knowledge of accounting standards, financial reporting, taxation, and financial controls.
• Advanced analytical and financial modeling capabilities.
• Demonstrated experience in budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to develop high‑performing finance teams.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.
• Passion for continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Ability to balance strategic financial planning with hands‑on financial management.