Strategic Financial Controller (Hybrid)

The Corporate Institute; Hinoba-an; Hybrid; PHP 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

The Corporate Institute is seeking a Financial Controller to act as the strategic backbone of our finance function, overseeing accounting operations, financial reporting, and governance. You will partner with the CFO and executive leadership to drive fiscal discipline, optimize capital allocation, and ensure data integrity.

This role emphasizes robust internal controls, advanced financial analysis, and shaping long-term financial health across the organization.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing complex financial reporting and accounting operations in large-scale organizations.
• Ability to translate financial data into clear narratives for non-finance stakeholders.
• Proficiency in designing and auditing internal control systems to minimize risk.
• Strong leadership with a track record of developing finance teams.
• Advanced analytical mindset with financial modeling for strategic planning.
• Professional qualification such as CA, CPA, or MBA.
• Ability to navigate hybrid work environments and lead cross-functional initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Direct the end-to-end financial reporting process to provide accurate, timely insights to the board and external stakeholders.
• Design and implement rigorous internal control frameworks to safeguard assets and ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Lead the annual budgeting and rolling forecasting cycles to align departmental spending with the companys overarching strategic objectives.
• Oversee complex accounting operations, including general ledger management and month-end closures, to maintain data integrity.
• Conduct deep-dive financial analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities and revenue growth levers that impact the bottom line.
• Mentor and lead high-performing finance teams, fostering accountability, precision, and continuous process improvement.

Skills

Financial reporting

Internal controls

Budgeting & forecasting

Financial analysis

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory compliance

Strategic storytelling

Education

CA/CPA or MBA

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

The Corporate Institute is seeking a Financial Controller to act as the strategic backbone of our finance function, overseeing accounting operations, financial reporting, and governance. You will partner with the CFO and executive leadership to drive fiscal discipline, optimize capital allocation, and ensure data integrity.

This role emphasizes robust internal controls, advanced financial analysis, and shaping long-term financial health across the organization.