Finance Manager - Top Management

Private Advertiser; Muntinlupa; On-site; PHP 1,800,000 - 2,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Private Advertiser in Muntinlupa City, Metro Manila, seeks a Finance Manager, a top management role overseeing financial operations, planning, budgeting, forecasting, treasury, and risk management. CPA and SAP proficiency are required.

You will coordinate with owners and cross-functional teams, drive profitability, manage working capital, and ensure compliance, with substantial experience in high-volume environments.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of finance experience with leadership and strategic exposure.
• Background in FMCG, retail, distribution, manufacturing, trading, or inventory-driven businesses preferred.
• Hands-on experience with SAP is required.
• Strong budgeting, forecasting, treasury, tax, and financial controls.
• Experience handling BIR audits, LOAs, banks, and external auditors.
• Exposure to high-volume, inventory-driven operations is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting aligned with business objectives.
• Manage monthly close, reports, and ensure compliance with statutory requirements.
• Optimize treasury, cash flow, and working capital.
• Assess financial risks and implement suitable mitigations.
• Partner with operations and procurement to drive cost control.
• Lead and develop the finance/accounting team.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Forecasting

Budgeting

Financial analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accountancy, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related field

CPA

MBA (advantage)

Tools

SAP

Job description

FINANCE MANAGER

Location: Muntinlupa City, Metro Manila
Position Level: Top Management

Job Summary

The Finance Manager is a key/top management position responsible for overseeing core financial operations and providing strategic financial direction to management. The role covers financial reporting, compliance, planning, budgeting, forecasting, treasury and cash management, internal controls, tax, and financial risk management.

The position plays a critical role in managing working capital, inventory and costing, supplier and banking relationships, project profitability, cash flow, and overall financial performance within a dynamic, high-volume business environment.

Working closely with owners/top management and cross-functional teams—including Procurement, Operations, Sales, Logistics, and Supply Chain—the Finance Manager provides financial insights and recommendations that support profitability, operational efficiency, sound decision-making, and sustainable growth.

CPA and proficiency in SAP are required, with SAP used for financial reporting, analysis, budgeting, month-end closing, and operational transactions.

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Financial Planning and Forecasting

• Assist in the development of short-term and annual financial plans and budgets aligned with business objectives

• Prepare revenue, expense, and cash flow forecasts

• Analyze financial trends and provide insights and recommendations to management

• Provide financial insights to support management decisions relating to procurement, inventory, pricing, projects, and business expansion

• Support management in evaluating the financial impact of major commercial and operational decisions

2. Budgeting and Performance Monitoring

• Prepare budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses using SAP and related reporting tools

• Monitor actual financial performance versus budget and analyze variances

• Recommend adjustments to financial plans based on business conditions

• Monitor profitability, margins, operating costs, and financial performance across business activities

• Provide management with timely analysis of financial performance and key business drivers

3. Financial Reporting and Compliance

• Utilize SAP for financial reporting, month-end closing, and data analysis

• Oversee the preparation and review of internal and external financial reports

• Ensure accurate and timely financial information for management decision-making

• Ensure compliance with statutory, regulatory, and reporting requirements

• Ensure the integrity and accuracy of financial data across the organization

• Provide management with reliable financial reports, analysis, and business insights

4. Treasury and Cash Management

• Monitor cash flow to ensure sufficient liquidity for operations

• Coordinate with banks on day-to-day banking requirements

• Monitor loans, credit facilities, and related obligations

• Manage working capital requirements considering purchases, supplier payments, project requirements, collections, and operating expenses

• Monitor cash requirements related to procurement, logistics, and major business transactions

• Maintain strong relationships with banks and financial institutions

5. Risk Management

• Identify and monitor key financial risks such as credit, liquidity, and currency risks

• Support the implementation of appropriate risk mitigation measures

• Ensure adequate insurance coverage is maintained

• Assess financial risks associated with major suppliers, customers, projects, contracts, and business transactions

• Monitor foreign exchange exposure arising from international transactions

6. Cost Control and Internal Controls

• Monitor operating expenses and support cost-efficiency initiatives

• Conduct financial and cost-benefit analyses for projects and initiatives

• Maintain and strengthen internal controls to safeguard company assets

• Ensure adherence to financial policies and procedures

• Strengthen controls over inventory, purchasing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash, and other financial assets

• Monitor costing and other cost components affecting profitability

• Work closely with operations and procurement to identify opportunities for cost optimization

7. Capital Expenditure and Investment Support

• Review and evaluate capital expenditure requests and investment proposals

• Analyze financial viability, risks, and expected returns

• Monitor approved capital projects against budgets and targets

• Provide financial analysis and recommendations to management regarding major investments, expansion initiatives, equipment, facilities, and other capital requirements

8. Tax Planning and Compliance

• Ensure timely preparation and filing of tax returns

• Coordinate with tax authorities, external tax consultants, and auditors

• Assist in handling tax audits, assessments, and Letters of Authority (LOA)

• Support tax-efficient practices while maintaining full compliance

• Ensure proper tax treatment of business transactions, procurement activities, projects, and other major financial transactions

Additional Key Management Responsibilities

As a top management position, the Finance Manager is also expected to:

• Act as a strategic financial partner to the owners and senior management

• Translate financial data into actionable business recommendations

• Participate in management discussions involving profitability, pricing, procurement, inventory, expansion, and investments

• Establish and strengthen financial policies, systems, controls, and processes appropriate for the company’s growth

• Provide management with timely visibility on cash position, profitability, working capital, and financial risks

• Partner closely with Procurement, Operations, Sales, Logistics, and Supply Chain

• Evaluate the financial implications of major supplier arrangements, purchasing decisions, project contracts, and commercial opportunities

• Help ensure that growth is supported by sound cash flow, working capital, and financial controls

• Support management in building a scalable finance function as the company continues to grow

• Lead and develop the finance/accounting team and promote a culture of accountability, accuracy, integrity, and financial discipline

Experience

• 8-10 years of finance experience, including leadership and strategic exposure

• Background in FMCG, retail, distribution, manufacturing, trading, or other inventory-driven businesses preferred

• Hands-on experience with SAP is required

• Strong skills in budgeting, forecasting, treasury, tax, and financial controls

• Experience handling BIR audits, LOAs, banks, and external auditors

• Exposure to high-volume, inventory-driven operations is an advantage

• Experience with inventory costing, procurement, supplier payments, and working capital management is highly preferred

• Experience in companies with international suppliers or cross-border transactions is an advantage

• Experience handling project-based or large-volume contracts is an advantage

• Experience working closely with owners, executives, or senior management in a privately held company is preferred

• Strong commercial and business acumen, beyond technical accounting and compliance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accountancy, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related field

• CPA is required

• Postgraduate degree (MBA or equivalent) is an advantage

• No professional license strictly required

• Can start work immediately