Finance Plant Manager - for FMCG/Manufacturing

Viventis Search Asia, Inc.; Metro Manila; On-site; PHP 1,800,000 - 2,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Viventis Search Asia, Inc. is seeking a Finance Plant Manager to lead financial strategy for FMCG manufacturing in the National Capital Region. You will oversee budgeting, reporting, and cost control to safeguard profitability and enable growth.

You will partner with production teams to optimize costs, manage CAPEX ROI, ensure GAAP/IFRS compliance, and drive operational efficiency. The role requires strong ERP/Excel skills and leadership across functions.

Qualifications

• 6–8 years of progressive finance experience in FMCG/food and beverage manufacturing.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; CPA or CMA preferred.
• Strong ERP experience (SAP/Oracle) and advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting processes.
• Perform variance analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Partner with production teams to optimize manufacturing costs and inventory.
• Ensure internal controls and compliance with local tax laws and GAAP/IFRS.
• Manage CAPEX planning and ROI tracking.
• Oversee plant-level audits and drive efficiency improvements.

Skills

Finance experience

ERP SAP/Oracle

Excel advanced

Cost accounting

Inventory management

Leadership

Cross-functional teamwork

GAAP IFRS knowledge

Education

Bachelor's in Finance/Accounting

CPA or CMA preferred

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Excel

Job description

We're Hiring: Finance Plant Manager!

We are seeking a highly analytical and strategic Finance Plant Manager to oversee the financial health of our manufacturing operations in the FMCG sector. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of cost accounting, supply chain finance, and operational efficiency to drive business growth and ensure financial integrity. You will serve as a key business partner to the plant leadership team, providing the insights needed to optimize resources and maximize profitability while maintaining robust internal controls.

Location

National Capital Region, Philippines

Work Mode

Work from Office

Role

Finance Plant Manager

What You'll Do:

• Lead the annual budgeting, monthly forecasting, and financial reporting processes.
• Conduct in-depth variance analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Partner with production teams to optimize manufacturing costs and inventory levels.
• Ensure strict compliance with internal controls, local tax laws, and GAAP/IFRS.
• Manage capital expenditure (CAPEX) planning and ROI tracking.
• Oversee plant-level audits and implement process improvements for efficiency.

What We're Looking For:

• Minimum of 6-8 years of progressive finance experience in FMCG/Food & Beverage Manufacturing.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (CPA or CMA preferred).
• Expert proficiency in ERP systems (SAP/Oracle) and advanced Microsoft Excel.
• Strong background in cost accounting and inventory management within a plant setting.
• Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams.
• Proven track record of improving financial performance and operational workflows.