Finance Controller

We are seeking a strategic and hands-on Financial Controller to lead the finance function and play a

pivotal role in improving business processes, financial governance, and operational excellence.

This role goes beyond traditional financial control - the ideal candidate will also oversee office

administration, corporate affairs, business performance dashboards, government grant applications, and

internal controls, ensuring a robust and scalable operation that supports business growth.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Management & Reporting

• Work on all aspects of financial reporting, planning, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Ensure accurate, timely month-end/year-end closing in compliance with local statutory and group requirements.
• Liaise with external auditors, tax agents, and company secretaries to ensure full compliance.
• Ensure proper maintenance of accounting records, processes, and internal controls.

Business Performance & Dashboarding

• Develop and maintain executive-level dashboards and KPIs to track financial, sales, and operation performance (dashboards by customers and by product lines).
• Partner with sales and delivery teams to provide financial insights for strategic decisions.
• Drive cost optimization, margin analysis, and profitability initiatives.

Credit and Cash Flow Management

• Maintain the financial health along with cash flow, credit management, and AR overdue controls in place.

Process Improvement & Systems Enhancement

• Identify broken or inefficient finance and operational processes and propose automation or redesign initiatives.
• Lead or support ERP, accounting system, and workflow enhancements in collaboration with IT and HQ.
• Establish SOPs and internal policies for finance operations and administrative processes.

Taxation & Compliance

• Oversee corporate tax submissions, indirect tax, withholding tax, transfer pricing documentation, and local regulatory compliance.
• Keep abreast of tax incentives, exemptions, and rulings to optimize tax strategy.
• Ensure governance practices are aligned with group, local statutory, and IPO readiness requirements.

Government Grants & Corporate Affairs

• Proactively identify and apply for relevant government funding, tax incentives, and grand schemes.
• Maintain compliance with local authorities and industry associations.
• Prepare necessary documentation and liaise with government agencies on all related matters.

Office Administration & Corporate Support

• Oversee office administration, procurement, lease agreements, and general affairs.
• Manage company secretarial matters, board meeting documentation, and statutory fillings (when required).
• Support HR and legal teams on payroll, employee claims, and corporate documents as needed

Qualification & Requirements:

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline; CPA/ACCA/MIA preferred.
• Minimum of 8 to 10 years of relevant experience, including experience in a similar leadership role.
• Experience in managing cross-functional operational processes is strong plus.
• Familiarity with Philippines tax law, corporate affairs, and grant schemes.
• Hands-on, resourceful, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

Nice-To-Have:

• Prior experience in Technology, Cloud, or Consulting Industry.
• Exposure to IPO preparation, internal audit set-up, or group-level consolidation.
• Understanding of AWS billing or SaaS revenue models is a plus