Deputy Head of Finance

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education

- Bachelor's degree in Accountancy, Finance, or related field

- CPA required; MBA or Master's in Finance is an advantage

Related Work Experience

- At least 10 years of progressive experience in finance, with 5 years in a leadership or management role

- Preferably with experience in fintech, digital payments, financial services, or similar industries

Knowledge (knowledgeable in the following):

- Solid understanding of Philippine taxation, financial regulations, and compliance requirements

- Familiarity with digital wallet, e-money, and payment gateway operations is a plus

- Knowledge of financial planning, forecasting methodologies, and business modeling

Skills:

- Strategic financial analysis and interpretation

- Strong leadership and people management skills

- Excellent communication and presentation abilities

- Advanced proficiency in financial systems and MS Excel

- Strong organizational and project management skills

Certifications/Regulatory Requirements (if any)

Must be a Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

A. Budget Planning and Management

- Support the development of annual budgets aligned with business goals

- Track and analyze actual performance against budget, explaining variances and proposing corrective actions

- Ensure alignment between strategic priorities and financial resource allocation

B. Cost Monitoring and Reporting

- Oversee effective cost management strategies to ensure operational efficiency

- Lead periodic financial reporting, management dashboard updates, and cost center analysis

- Identify opportunities for cost control and recommend optimization initiatives

C. Forecasting and Analysis

- Drive financial modeling and forecasting to support business planning and scenario analysis

- Provide actionable insights on revenue streams, margins, capital expenditures, and OPEX trends

- Support product and market expansion strategies through financial impact assessment

D. Risk Management

- Assist in identifying financial risks and developing mitigation strategies

- Ensure proper internal controls are in place and regularly reviewed

- Coordinate with internal audit and compliance teams for periodic reviews

E. Collaboration

- Represent Finance in key cross-functional initiatives and external engagements

- Collaborate closely with business unit heads, product teams, and operations to ensure financial strategies support growth

- Lead and/or support special projects assigned by PFSC or PPG leadership

NOTE: This role may also be assigned other tasks and responsibilities that support the company's financial and administrative functions, as deemed necessary by management.