Finance Controller

HRTX; Makati; On-site; PHP 3,800,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company based in Metro Manila is seeking an experienced finance leader to oversee key accounting and finance functions. The role requires strong leadership skills and extensive experience in financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance. Candidates should have a CPA license and 10–15 years in finance, ideally within the financial services or insurance sector. This position involves managing a finance team and ensuring effective internal controls are in place.

Qualifications

• At least 10–15 years of progressive experience in accounting and finance.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, accounting standards, and internal controls.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, accounting standards, and internal controls.
• Experience preparing statutory and regulatory financial statements under IFRS.
• Proven leadership and people management for finance teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to present financial information clearly.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee key accounting and finance functions.
• Develop and implement financial strategies, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with external auditors, regulators, and financial stakeholders as required.
• Oversee annual budgets, forecasts, and management reports.
• Ensure timely preparation of financial records and regulatory filings; maintain internal controls.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Reporting

Budgeting

Accounting Standards

Internal Controls

Regulatory reporting

Education

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Job description

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Leadership & Financial Oversight

• Lead and oversee key accounting and finance functions including budgeting, financial reporting, and compliance.
• Develop and implement financial strategies, policies, and procedures to ensure efficient and standardized financial operations.
• Ensure that financial systems and processes support organizational goals and regulatory requirements.
• Manage and oversee financial projects and initiatives assigned by senior management.

2. Budgeting and Cost Management

• Oversee the preparation and consolidation of annual budgets and management financial reports.
• Review budget assumptions, forecasts, and financial projections.
• Monitor budget performance and recommend improvements to budgeting and cost management processes.

3. Accounting and Financial Reporting

• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial records and reports.
• Oversee the preparation and review of financial statements and regulatory filings.
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with external auditors, regulators, and other financial stakeholders when required.

4. Risk Management and Internal Controls

• Support the identification, assessment, and mitigation of financial and operational risks.
• Ensure effective internal control systems and compliance procedures are implemented and maintained.
• Work closely with internal audit and risk management teams to strengthen governance and control frameworks.

5. Team Leadership and Development

• Lead and develop finance team members by providing direction, coaching, and mentorship.
• Establish work standards, policies, and operational procedures.
• Identify training and development needs and support capability building within the team.
• Conduct performance reviews and manage departmental resources effectively.

6. Stakeholder Management

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across different departments to support business operations.
• Maintain effective relationships with external partners including auditors, consultants, financial institutions, and regulatory bodies.

Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license required.
• At least 10–15 years of progressive experience in accounting and finance, preferably within the financial services or insurance industry.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, accounting standards, and internal controls.
• Experience in preparing and reviewing statutory and regulatory financial statements under relevant accounting standards such as IFRS.
• Strong leadership and people management skills with experience managing finance teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present financial information clearly.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.