Financial Controller – Commodity Trading & Working Capital

The Corporate Institute; Hinoba-an; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

The Corporate Institute is seeking a Financial Controller in the Philippines to lead the Finance & Accounts function for an agri-commodity procurement, trading and trade-finance business. You will own end-to-end financial control, reporting, working capital, cash flows, tax, compliance and commercial finance, overseeing the full transaction cycle from procurement to collections.

You will drive a robust closing calendar, strengthen accounting processes and controls, and provide management with

Qualifications

• CA with 4+ years post-qualification experience.
• Strong experience in commodity trading, agri-business, NBFC or other working-capital-intensive businesses.
• Hands-on in financial reporting, book closure, taxation, GST, audits and financial controls.
• Strong understanding of working-capital management and cash-flow planning.
• Proficiency in Excel and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Own the Finance & Accounts function, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Review and approve monthly P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow and MIS.
• Lead book closure cycles monthly, quarterly and annually.
• Establish robust accounting processes, internal controls and financial checks.
• Oversee GST, TDS, taxation and statutory compliances.
• Provide meaningful financial MIS and performance insights.
• Mentor and develop the Finance & Accounts team.

Skills

Financial accounting

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Advanced Excel

Education

CA (Chartered Accountant)

Tools

ERP proficiency

Excel advanced

Job description

The Corporate Institute is seeking a Financial Controller in the Philippines to lead the Finance & Accounts function for an agri-commodity procurement, trading and trade-finance business. You will own end-to-end financial control, reporting, working capital, cash flows, tax, compliance and commercial finance, overseeing the full transaction cycle from procurement to collections.

You will drive a robust closing calendar, strengthen accounting processes and controls, and provide management with