Group Finance Executive

PM Consulting; Metro Manila; On-site; PHP 3,500,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

PM Consulting is seeking a Group Finance Executive to lead strategic financial planning and governance for a diversified group with interests in food and beverage, restaurant operations, and retail. The role reports to the executive leadership and Board, guiding capital allocation, performance management, and transformation initiatives.

The ideal candidate has 15+ years in senior finance roles, with CPA and experience across multi-site groups.

Qualifications

• Experience as CFO or senior finance executive overseeing multiple companies or brands.
• 15+ years in finance, accounting, and corporate leadership.
• Background in FMCG, food service, QSR, retail, or diversified groups.
• CPA preferred; MBA or finance masters are an advantage.
• Strong governance, FP&A, capital allocation, and reporting experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the group's five-year financial and growth strategy.
• Provide strategic FP&A, budgeting, forecasting, and long-term modeling guidance.
• Oversee governance, internal controls, audits, and regulatory compliance.
• Lead the finance organization across restaurant, retail, and shared services.
• Drive ERP implementation and finance transformation initiatives (SAP).
• Optimize EBITDA, cash flow, margins, and working capital across entities.

Skills

Strategic financial leadership

FP&A

Corporate governance

Capital allocation

Board reporting

Treasury management

Stakeholder management

Leadership across multiple entities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accountancy or Finance

CPA certification

MBA or Master’s in Finance

Tools

SAP ERP

CAS / CAS-compliant systems

Job description

Group Finance Executive

Location: Metro Manila, Philippines
Work Setup: On-site
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Group Finance Executive to lead the financial strategy, governance, and overall financial operations of a diversified business group with interests in food and beverage, restaurant operations, and retail. This role will oversee group-wide financial planning, capital allocation, corporate governance, finance transformation, and performance management to support sustainable business growth and expansion.

The ideal candidate is a strategic finance leader with extensive experience managing complex, multi-company or multi-brand organizations, preferably within FMCG, food service, QSR, retail, or other diversified business groups. The successful candidate will work closely with executive leadership and the Board to strengthen financial controls, optimize profitability, secure funding, and build a future-ready finance organization.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Finance and Business Growth

• Lead the development and execution of the group's five-year financial and growth strategy.
• Provide strategic financial guidance to support profitable and sustainable expansion across restaurant and retail businesses.
• Oversee financial planning and analysis (FP&A), budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial modeling.
• Evaluate business opportunities, investments, and capital allocation strategies to maximize shareholder value.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to senior management to support strategic business decisions.

2. Corporate Governance and Risk Management

• Establish and strengthen corporate governance frameworks, financial policies, and internal control systems across all business entities.
• Ensure compliance with statutory, regulatory, tax, and financial reporting requirements.
• Oversee external and internal audits, ensuring accurate financial reporting and timely resolution of audit findings.
• Prepare and present financial reports, business performance updates, and strategic recommendations to the Board and Audit Committee.
• Identify and manage financial, operational, and enterprise-wide risks across the group.

3. Finance Organization and Leadership

• Lead and develop the group's finance organization across restaurant operations, retail businesses, and shared services.
• Design and implement an effective finance organizational structure aligned with the group's business strategy and growth objectives.
• Build strong finance leadership teams and establish succession planning and talent development initiatives.
• Drive standardization and integration of finance processes across multiple business units.
• Foster a culture of accountability, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement within the finance organization.

4. Finance Transformation and Systems Modernization

• Lead finance transformation initiatives to establish an integrated, digital finance platform across the group.
• Oversee ERP implementation, enhancement, and integration initiatives, including SAP and other financial management systems.
• Drive automation and standardization of financial processes, reporting, and controls across business entities.
• Ensure the effective integration of finance systems with operational and business platforms.
• Oversee financial systems compliance, including BIR Computerized Accounting System (CAS) requirements.

5. Financial Performance and Business Controls

• Safeguard and improve group-wide EBITDA, profitability, margins, cash flow, and working capital.
• Establish financial performance metrics, management dashboards, and reporting frameworks across business units.
• Monitor financial results against budgets, forecasts, and strategic targets.
• Identify opportunities for cost optimization, margin improvement, and operational efficiency.
• Partner with business leaders to ensure financial discipline and accountability across all companies.

6. Treasury, Funding, and Capital Management

• Lead group treasury operations, liquidity management, and cash flow planning.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with banks, financial institutions, and other funding partners.
• Oversee debt management, financing arrangements, and capital-raising initiatives.
• Secure appropriate funding to support business expansion, capital expenditures, and strategic investments.
• Optimize the group's capital structure and ensure efficient utilization of financial resources.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accountancy, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA certification is highly preferred.
• MBA, Master's degree in Finance, or other relevant postgraduate qualifications are an advantage.
• At least 15 years of progressive experience in finance, accounting, and corporate leadership, with substantial experience in senior finance management or CFO-level positions.
• Proven experience as a CFO or senior finance executive overseeing multiple companies, business units, or brands within a diversified business group.
• Background in FMCG, food and beverage, QSR, restaurant operations, retail, or other multi-site business environments is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in strategic financial planning, FP&A, capital allocation, and long-term business growth.
• Strong exposure to corporate governance, Board and Audit Committee reporting, enterprise risk management, and external audit management.
• Experience building finance leadership teams, organizational structures, and shared services operations.
• Proven track record in ERP implementation, finance transformation, and digitalization initiatives, preferably involving SAP.
• Strong expertise in treasury management, banking relationships, capital raising, and funding for business expansion.
• Demonstrated ability to manage EBITDA, profitability, margins, cash flow, and working capital across multiple business entities.

Core Competencies

• Strategic Financial Leadership
• Corporate Governance and Risk Management
• Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)
• Capital Allocation and Investment Management
• Finance Transformation and Digitalization
• Treasury and Capital Management
• Organizational Development and Leadership
• Business Performance and Profitability Management
• Board-Level Communication and Stakeholder Management
• Change Management and Strategic Execution