VP of Finance | Remote

Edge Tutor International; Manila; Hybrid; PHP 3,000,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HMO for you + 1 dependent

30 days paid leave

Remote-first culture

Job summary

Edge Tutor International is seeking a visionary Vice President of Finance to lead the company’s financial strategy, budgeting, compliance, and governance as it scales across markets. You will partner with the CEO and COO, drive profitability, oversee investor relations, and steer capital allocation with data-driven judgment.

The role requires extensive GAAP/IFRS expertise, strategic influence, and 15+ years in finance, including senior leadership.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive finance experience, incl. senior managerial/executive roles.
• Excellent knowledge of GAAP/IFRS, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Proven ability to guide growth and drive profitability in a fast‑growing startup.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of financial strategies aligned with business goals.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and cost management.
• Manage investor relations, external audits, and regulatory compliance.
• Build and mentor a high‑performing finance team across departments.

Skills

Financial leadership

GAAP/IFRS expertise

Financial modeling

Risk management

Executive stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting/Business Administration

MBA

CPA/CFA designation

Job description

About the Company

EDGE Tutor is Asia’s fastest-growing tutoring outsourcing provider, bringing the human edge in digital learning to education companies worldwide by providing access to world-class Philippines based teachers.
Founded in 2022 by co-founders Harvard alumnus Henry Motte de la Motte and Cecilia Calvo-Lewis, a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education, EDGE Tutor now serves partners in over 30 countries with global headquarters in New York, London, Colombo, Singapore, and Manila.

We connect the top 3% of rigorously selected online educators with global institutions, delivering white-labeled tutoring solutions with full tutor management. Our services cover K-12 English and Math, Adult/Corporate English, and high-stakes exam prep.

At EDGE Tutor, we combine passionate educators with operational efficiency to help education businesses scale and thrive globally.

EDGE Tutor: The Human Edge in Digital Learning.

About the Role

The Vice President of Finance (VP of Finance) is a senior executive who sits just below the CEO and COO and reports directly to the founding leadership team. This role owns all financial operations of the company, including financial planning, budgeting, cost management, forecasting, risk management, and regulatory compliance. Beyond running the finance function, the VP of Finance will act as a strategic counterbalance to the CEO and COO, bringing independent, data-driven judgment to growth, spending, and investment decisions to ensure EDGE Tutor scales profitably and sustainably.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Strategy & Leadership

  • Lead the development and execution of financial strategies aligned with the company’s business goals.
  • Provide financial insights and guidance to the CEO, COO, Board of Directors, and executive team to support decision-making.
  • Act as a strategic counterbalance to the CEO and COO, constructively challenging growth plans, spending, and investment proposals to safeguard the company’s financial health.
  • Oversee financial planning, analysis, and reporting, ensuring accurate financial forecasting and budgeting.
  • Monitor key financial metrics and KPIs, driving initiatives to improve performance and profitability.

• Budgeting, Cost Management & Forecasting

  • Own the company-wide budgeting process end to end, building, managing, and enforcing annual and quarterly budgets to ensure disciplined allocation of resources aligned with company goals.
  • Identify and lead cost-reduction initiatives across the business, eliminating inefficiencies and improving margins without compromising service quality or growth.
  • Establish spend controls, approval thresholds, and regular budget-vs-actual reviews to hold department heads accountable for financial performance.
  • Provide accurate, timely financial forecasts and reports, anticipating trends and proactively managing financial risks.
  • Prepare financial models and analyses to support strategic initiatives, new business opportunities, and investments.

• Financial Operations & Compliance

  • Oversee accounting, auditing, tax, and treasury functions, ensuring compliance with local and international financial regulations.
  • Ensure timely preparation of financial statements in accordance with GAAP/IFRS standards.
  • Manage relationships with external auditors, banks, and regulatory agencies.

• Risk Management & Governance

  • Identify and manage financial risks, ensuring proper risk management controls and processes are in place.
  • Provide financial oversight on mergers and acquisitions, capital investments, and corporate restructures.
  • Ensure the organization has robust internal controls and processes to safeguard assets and financial integrity.

• Investor Relations

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for investors, analysts, and financial stakeholders, ensuring transparent and proactive communication.
  • Develop and execute the company’s investor relations strategy, including the preparation of investor presentations, quarterly earnings reports, and press releases.
  • Ensure consistency and accuracy in financial messaging, while managing investor expectations and addressing inquiries regarding financial performance, growth strategies, and long-term plans.
  • Organize and lead investor meetings, roadshows, and conference calls, maintaining positive relationships with current and potential investors.
  • Collaborate with senior leadership to ensure alignment between corporate strategies and investor communications.

• Team Leadership & Development

  • Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
  • Build cross-functional relationships across departments to ensure alignment on financial goals and support company-wide initiatives.
  • Support corporate development efforts, including investor relations and capital raising activities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field from a top-tier Philippine university (e.g., UP, Ateneo de Manila, De La Salle) and/or an MBA or Master’s in Finance from a reputable institution.
• CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) designation is required.
• At least 15 years of progressive finance experience, including a minimum of 8 years in a senior manager to executive-level finance role.
• In-depth knowledge of GAAP/IFRS, financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Expert in budgeting and cost management, with a proven track record of leading cost‑reduction initiatives that measurably improved margins and cash position.
• Experience serving as a trusted, independent financial advisor to founders, CEOs, or boards, with the credibility and confidence to challenge senior leadership constructively.
• Proven success leading finance functions within lean teams, particularly in companies with annual revenue ranging from $5 million to $20 million.
• Experience working in investor‑backed or private equity‑backed organizations.
• Strong understanding of government compliance and regulatory requirements for Philippine entities.
• Executive-level experience in the BPO industry is a strong advantage.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex financial operations, including capital investments, funding strategies, and risk management.
• Outstanding leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build cross‑functional relationships and influence at all levels of the organization.
• Strategic thinker with a strong track record of driving growth, improving profitability, and navigating dynamic business environments.
• High level of integrity and dependability, coupled with a strong sense of urgency and results‑driven mindset.
• Thrives in fast‑paced, high‑growth settings and demonstrates agility in adapting to shifting priorities.

Work Set‑up and Requirements

• Availability: This role is open for people who can join us early Q2 of 2027
• Schedule: May require flexible hours but with focus on mid‑shift (start of shift at 12NN or 1PM)
• Workdays: Five‑day workweek with two rest days.
• Remote set‑up but with onsite engagement within Metro Manila at least once a month
• Desktop/laptop with Intel i5 (10th gen), 8GB RAM or higher
• Minimum 25 Mbps internet speed with backup connection
• Backup power supply for at least 8 hours

Why Work With Us?

• Support Educators Globally: Play a key role in supporting our network of expert tutors as they teach learners in 30+ countries across the Americas, Europe, the Middle East and Asia-Pacific
• Remote-First Culture: Work from home while being part of a collaborative, inclusive team. We meet in person quarterly to strengthen team connections and drive innovation.
• Structured Flexibility: Flexible but structured hours that help balance your work and life while maintaining work efficiency.
• Professional Growth: Shape the financial strategy of one of Southeast Asia’s fastest‑growing startups, recognized with prestigious industry accolades, working directly with the founding leadership team.
• Appealing performance-oriented compensation
• Healthcare benefit: HMO for you plus 1 free dependent
• 30 days paid leave

Your expertise, our platform—together, we’ll transform education worldwide with Filipino Talent.