Finance Associate

Altus Capital Partners, a distinguished investor and asset manager specializing in special situations and structured finance in Southeast Asia, is seeking a talented Associate to join our Finance and Control team. This role is pivotal for our ongoing operations and expansion and is based at our BGC office in Manila.

About Altus Capital Partners

We operate across South East Asia, focusing on a diverse portfolio that includes Business Development, Asset Management, and Operations teams spread throughout the region.

Role Overview

As a Finance Associate, you will report directly to the Associate Director of Finance and play a crucial role in overseeing and enhancing our financial operations and control systems.

Job Responsibilities

Corporate Responsibilities

• Take charge of book-keeping for our Manila-based portfolio companies.
• Enhance our internal portfolio accounting and reporting systems.
• Develop and implement regular and timely management reports from portfolio companies.
• Collaborate in investor reporting both internally and with third-party partners.
• Manage and oversee operational aspects of investments, including review of prepared checks, collections monitoring, and receivables management.

Management of Outsourced Partners

• Oversee relationships and tasks with third-party accountants and auditors.
• Innovate strategies to maximize value and efficiency from outsourced relationships.

Finance Operations

• Supervise payment processing operations, aiming to increase efficiency and reduce delays.
• Handle sales and collections for portfolio companies.
• Monitor supplier contracts to ensure cost effectiveness and timely payments.
• Collaborate with teams across all locations to advise and plan annual budgets.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Mathematics.
• Preferably a Chartered Accountant or CPA holder.
• At least 3 years of experience in roles such as financial controller, auditor, accountant, or financial operations.
• Experience in tax is an advantage but not required.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to multitask.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial, and international setting.
• Proficiency in English and Tagalog is mandatory.
• Seniority Level: More junior candidates may be considered for an Junior Associate position.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Comprehensive leave benefits.

This role requires on-site presence at our BGC office and offers a dynamic work environment with diverse and challenging responsibilities. If you are looking to push your career forward with a leader in the financial sector, we would like to hear from you.