Finance and Operations Manager

Looking for Philippines-based candidates

Job Role: Finance & Operations Manager

Compensation range: $1,500 - $2,000 AUD/month (can go above the maximum for exceptional candidates)

Engagement type: Independent Contractor Agreement

Work Schedule: This role is expected to align with the AU business hours (approx. 9 AM - 5 PM, Monday to Friday) for collaboration, but as a contractor, you'll have flexibility in how you manage your time.

Who We Are: At Hunt St, we help Australian companies hire top remote talent in the Philippines. For this role, you will be engaged directly by the client as an independent contractor. We are not an outsourcing agency. All of our roles are 100% remote so you'll be able to work from home.

Who The Client Is: Our client is a global leader in representing world-renowned keynote speakers who are shaping the future through bold ideas, disruptive thinking, and transformative insights. With a presence in major international markets, they work closely with influential voices across innovation, leadership, and change—amplifying messages that inspire action and spark progress. Their team is passionate about connecting visionary thinkers with audiences worldwide, delivering high-impact experiences that leave a lasting impression.

Role Overview: You will be working across the business, supporting and interacting with a talented team. This is a hands-on role where you will have overall responsibility for the ongoing day-to-day running and management of the finance operation. You will be working across four businesses and two countries.

Key Responsibilities:

• Management and financial reporting
• Budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis
• Cash Flow Management
• Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable
• Payroll, HR and office admin
• Financial systems implementation and improvements
• Ad hoc project work

This is a position providing a fabulous opportunity to use both your business acumen and interpersonal skills reporting directly to the CEO.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of post-qualification experience (e.g., CA, CPA, ACCA)
• Hold a professional (CA/CPA) accounting qualification
• A range of commercial accounting and analysis skills developed in an Australian-based SME corporate or business services environment is preferred, but not essential
• Ability to provide financial & commercial advice to a business owner
• Ability to constantly improve reporting and finance systems to increase the effectiveness of reporting
• Experience in Xero and Salesforce is preferred
• Multi-tasking and international experience are necessary
• Highly effective communication skills are crucial.

Work Arrangement & Expectations:

This is a remote role that will be set up as an independent contractor engagement.

To ensure alignment and transparency, successful candidates will be expected to:

• Disclose any existing ongoing roles or client work
• Reflect this engagement on their LinkedIn profile (clearly marked as Independent Contractor)