Manager, Project Controllership

AboitizPower; Makati; On-site; PHP 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

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Job summary

AboitizPower is seeking a Manager for Project Controllership to support AVP in CAPEX initiatives, cost management, and reporting. You will assist in valuation models, capital structuring analysis, and CAPEX cost tracking to optimize financial resources.

You will collaborate with Project Development, Project Management, and Finance teams to produce consolidated CAPEX reports, while ensuring compliance with internal controls and accounting standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Applied Math, Engineering or a related field.
• Strong understanding of CAPEX management, budgeting, financial analysis, and reporting.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Licenses (CPA, CMA, etc.) not required but an advantage

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains tracking systems for CAPEX project costs, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
• Assists the AVP in preparing CAPEX financial reports and forecasts to support strategic decision-making.
• Monitors budget adherence and identifies cost-saving opportunities, ensuring alignment with company policies.
• Implements and enforces internal controls over CAPEX processes, supporting compliance with company standards.
• Provides data and insights for evaluating financing options, cash flow projections, and debt structuring.
• Prepares reports and recommendations for senior management and stakeholders.
• Coordinates with Project Development, PMO, and Finance teams to gather data for performance reports.

Skills

CAPEX management

Budgeting

Financial analysis

Reporting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting/Business (related field)

Tools

MS Office Suite (Excel)

Job description

The Manager for Project Controllership supports the AVP in managing ARI’s capital expenditure (CAPEX) initiatives and capital structuring efforts. This role involves providing financial analysis, cost management, and reporting for CAPEX projects, while supporting capital structuring strategies and performing valuation and impairment assessments.

The Manager ensures compliance with financial and accounting standards and helps implement controls to optimize ARI’s financial resources. Key tasks include assisting in the preparation of valuation models, supporting capital structuring analysis, and enhancing processes for CAPEX cost tracking and reporting.

Outcomes Expected and Responsibilities

CAPEX Financial Control and Reporting

• Develops and maintains tracking systems for CAPEX project costs, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
• Assists the AVP in preparing CAPEX financial reports and forecasts to support strategic decision-making.
• Monitors budget adherence and identifies cost-saving opportunities, ensuring alignment with ARI’s financial policies and goals.
• Implements and enforces internal controls over CAPEX processes, supporting compliance with company standards.

Support for Capital Structuring

• Works closely with the AVP on capital structuring strategies, conducting analysis to optimize resource allocation for CAPEX projects.
• Provides data and insights for evaluating financing options, cash flow projections, and debt structuring to enhance project viability.
• Prepares reports and recommendations for the AVP to present to senior management, ensuring a strong foundation for strategic financial decisions.

Project Cost Management and Performance Analysis

• Collaborates with project teams to review and validate CAPEX cost forecasts, ensuring alignment with historical data and financial projections.
• Provides ongoing analysis of project costs and cost variances, reporting findings to the AVP and recommending actions as needed.
• Coordinates with Project Development, Project Management, and Finance teams to gather data for comprehensive financial performance reports.

Stakeholder Collaboration and Reporting

• Builds relationships with internal stakeholders such as the Project Development and Business Development teams to facilitate CAPEX-related processes.
• Liaises with external stakeholders, including contractors, suppliers, and auditors, to ensure smooth financial operations and address CAPEX-related inquiries.
• Prepares consolidated CAPEX and valuation reports to support informed decision-making by ARI’s management and relevant stakeholders.

Other Functions and Responsibilities

• Contributes to a high-performing team by being engaged in regular and ongoing conversations about achieving targets, improving capabilities and performance, and practicing self-discipline.
• Practices courageous authenticity while being mindful of mutual trust, support, and respect that leads to a psychologically-safe environment for their team.
• Supports Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion by respecting others' strengths, views, and experiences, encouraging teamwork that translates to better team performance and business results.
• Follows standard operating procedures and complies with all requirements necessary to perform their job to the best of their abilities.
• Adopts the organization's culture, values, and philosophy by upholding company policies, safety rules, and procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Applied Math, Engineering or a related field.
• Strong understanding of CAPEX management, budgeting, financial analysis, and reporting.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in financial software and MS Office Suite (especially Excel).
• Licenses (CPA, CMA, etc.) not required but an advantage

Our Culture & Commitment to You: Powering Your Future

At AboitizPower, we honor you not just as a professional, but as a person. Our promise is to provide a workplace where you can thrive through:

• Powered by People: We value your unique identity and ensure you feel supported, trusted, and empowered.
• Own Your Growth: Learn, grow, and advance through mentorship, leadership opportunities, and meaningful learning experiences.
• Why We Work: Purpose is part of every job here. Your efforts directly contribute to community upliftment, sustainability, and shaping the future of energy.
• Empowering Culture: Bring your full self to a workplace grounded in belonging and collaboration.
• Recognition that Matters: We celebrate both visible milestones and steady efforts, honoring the dedication you bring…

AboitizPower is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is crucial to our purpose of driving change for a better world. We consider and encourage all applicants without discriminating against age, sexual orientation and/or gender identity, disability, political opinion, religion, nationality, marital or parental status (including pregnancy), ethnicity or other status protected by law. Our equal opportunity and non-discrimination policies apply in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, regularization, promotions, transfers, discipline, termination, benefits and training.

About Us

AboitizPower is the holding company for the Aboitiz Group’s investments in power generation, distribution, and retail electricity services. We are among the largest power producers in the Philippines, with a balanced portfolio of assets located across the country. We are also a major producer of renewable energy, with several hydroelectric, geothermal, and solar power generation facilities.