Finance Business Partner

Firesprings Consulting Inc.; Philippines; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Firesprings Consulting Inc. is representing a coconut production firm seeking a Finance Business Partner. The role partners with leaders to translate financial data into actionable strategies and informs decision-making to optimize performance.

The Finance BP will oversee FP&A, capital allocation, risk management, and digital transformation initiatives, requiring strong analytics, business acumen, and excellent communication with non-finance stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Finance, or Economics; CPA/CMA preferred.
• 8+ years in a manufacturing environment (FMCG or Agribusiness).
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite).
• 5-7 years in finance, accounting or business partnering roles.
• Advanced Excel skills (Power Query, financial modeling).
• Familiarity with PEZA or BOI incentives, and Philippine Coconut Authority (PCA) regulations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to communicate insights to non-finance stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Partner with business units to provide financial insights, guidance, and strategic recommendations
• Develop, monitor, and analyze budgets, forecasts, and management reports
• Identify opportunities for cost optimization, process improvements, and risk mitigation
• Support decision-making through financial modeling, scenario planning, and ROI analysis
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align financial objectives with business goals
• Prepare timely and accurate financial reports for management, highlighting trends, variances, and actionable insights
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and corporate policies

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Forecasting

Excel proficiency

Financial modeling

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy/Finance/Economics

CPA/CMA preferred

Tools

SAP

Oracle

NetSuite

Job description

Our client is seeking for a Finance Business Partner. If you are passionate about translating financial data into actionable strategies, partnering with business leaders, and supporting decision-making to optimize performance, this is your opportunity to make a tangible impact on a coconut production firm.

You will collaborate closely with department heads as their primary financial advisor, provide financial guidance, and deliver actionable insights that influence business strategy. In addition to overseeing traditional accounting and FP&A functions, the Finance BP acts as a “Value Architect,” leveraging insights to optimize capital allocation, manage risk, and drive digital transformation across the enterprise. This role requires strong analytical skills, business acumen, and excellent communication to ensure financial discipline and informed decision-making across the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with business units to provide financial insights, guidance, and strategic recommendations
• Develop, monitor, and analyze budgets, forecasts, and management reports
• Identify opportunities for cost optimization, process improvements, and risk mitigation
• Support decision-making through financial modeling, scenario planning, and ROI analysis
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align financial objectives with business goals
• Prepare timely and accurate financial reports for management, highlighting trends, variances, and actionable insights
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and corporate policies

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Finance, or Economics. CPA/CMA is highly preferred.
• 8+ years in a manufacturing environment (FMCG or Agribusiness). Knowledge of the coconut industry's seasonality is a major plus.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Netsuite)
• 5-7 years of experience in finance, accounting, or business partnering roles
• Advanced Excel skills (Power Query, financial modeling) are non-negotiable.
• Familiarity with PEZA or BOI incentives, and Philippine Coconut Authority (PCA) regulations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to communicate insights to non-finance stakeholders