Finance Controller

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

MAJOR:

• Lead and manage all accounting and finance functions, including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Fixed Assets, Treasury, and Tax Compliance.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.
• Ensure compliance with Philippine Financial Reporting Standards (PFRS), BIR regulations, SEC requirements, and other applicable government regulations.
• Develop, implement, and monitor internal controls, financial policies, and procedures to safeguard company assets.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, cash flow planning, cost analysis, and financial planning activities.
• Partner with operational leaders to analyze warehouse and transportation costs, profitability, and operational performance.
• Coordinate external audits, tax audits, and other regulatory examinations.
• Monitor working capital requirements and optimize cash management strategies.
• Provide financial recommendations and business insights to senior management to support strategic decision-making.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance and accounting team to ensure high performance and continuous improvement.

MINOR:

• Evaluate and recommend process improvements and financial automation initiatives.
• Support contract reviews and financial due diligence activities.
• Assist management in evaluating capital expenditures and investment opportunities.
• Participate in cross-functional projects related to supply chain and logistics optimization.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned by the CFO or Management.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy, Finance, or related business discipline

License/Certificate: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) required; CMA or MBA is an advantage

Years of Experience: Minimum of 8-10 years progressive accounting and finance experience, with at least 3-5 years in a managerial or controller-level role, preferably within logistics, transportation, warehousing, distribution, or supply chain industries

Knowledge & Skills:

• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, taxation, budgeting, forecasting, treasury management, and internal controls.
• Proficiency in ERP systems, accounting software, and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and business partnering capabilities.
• Knowledge of logistics, warehousing, transportation costing, and supply chain financial management.
• Excellent leadership, communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-site operational environment.
• High level of integrity, attention to detail, and professional judgment.