Group Project Finance and Control Manager

Philsearch Consulting, Inc.; Quezon City; On-site; PHP 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Philsearch Consulting, Inc. seeks a senior Group Project Finance & Control Manager to oversee financial performance, cost control, and profitability across multiple operating companies and projects.

The role demands extensive experience in project finance, budgeting, and risk management. The position involves independent financial oversight, performance reviews, and governance across engagements, with on-site duties in Metro Manila.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Management Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• CPA is an advantage.
• 8–12 years of relevant experience in Project Finance, Cost Control, FP&A, Accounting, or Audit
• At least 3–5 years of supervisory or managerial experience.
• Strong experience in project-based industries such as construction, real estate, infrastructure, or manufacturing
• Solid knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and Budget vs. Actual analysis
• Experienced in profitability/margin analysis, cash flow management, and financial controls

Responsibilities

• Oversee project financial performance, budgeting, cost control, and profitability across the Group.
• Monitor Budget vs. Actuals, forecasts, project margins, and cash flow to identify risks.
• Review and validate project billings, subcontractor invoices, contracts, and supporting documents.
• Conduct financial and variance analysis and recommend corrective actions to improve profitability.
• Develop and maintain financial controls, reporting standards, and governance procedures.
• Provide accurate, timely, and data-driven financial insights to Management.

Skills

Project-based industries experience

Financial risk management

Stakeholder management

Advanced Excel

Power BI (adv)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance/Business/Management

Tools

Excel

ERP accounting systems

Power BI

Job description

The Group Project Finance & Control Manager is a senior finance and control position

responsible for providing independent financial oversight, project performance review, cost

control, profitability analysis, and financial risk management across all operating companies

and projects under the Company.

Work set-up: On-site

Work Schedule: 8-6pm Monday - Friday 8-5pm Saturday

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Management Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field; CPA is an advantage
• 8–12 years of relevant experience in Project Finance, Cost Control, FP&A, Accounting, or Audit
• At least 3–5 years of supervisory or managerial experience.
• Strong experience in project-based industries such as construction, engineering, real estate, infrastructure, or manufacturing
• Solid knowledge of project finance, cost control, budgeting, forecasting, and Budget vs. Actual analysis
• Experienced in profitability/margin analysis, EAC/ETC, cash flow management, and financial controls
• Knowledgeable in billing validation, subcontractor/supplier billing review, and project cost monitoring
• Familiarity with contracts, billing milestones, change orders, claims, retention, advances, subcontractor agreements, and project commitments
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with ERP/accounting systems; Power BI is an advantage
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify variances, assess financial risks, validate assumptions, and provide actionable recommendations
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with Senior Management, Finance, Accounting, Project Management, Procurement, Operations, and external parties
• Demonstrates high integrity, objectivity, attention to detail, business acumen, accountability, confidentiality, and sound judgment
• Must be capable of independently reviewing and challenging project financial information and providing Management with an objective assessment of costs, revenue, profitability, and financial risks.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee project financial performance, budgeting, cost control, and profitability across the Group.
• Monitor Budget vs. Actuals, forecasts, project margins, and cash flow to identify financial risks and cost overruns.
• Review and validate project billings, subcontractor/supplier invoices, contracts, and supporting documents.
• Conduct financial and variance analysis and recommend corrective actions to improve project profitability.
• Develop and maintain financial controls, reporting standards, and governance procedures.
• Provide accurate, timely, and data-driven financial insights and recommendations to Management.
• Collaborate with Finance, Accounting, Procurement, Project Management, Operations, and external stakeholders on project financial matters.