Our brand, Lennor Metier Consulting, a DOLE-licensed headhunting and recruitment agency in the Philippines, is proud to partner with a
global freight and logistics company in their search for a
Finance Head based in
Paranaque City.
Salary Range: Open
Work Setup: Onsite
Shift Schedule: Day Shift
Location: Paranaque City
The role
The Head of Finance will lead and build the finance function in the Philippines from the ground up. This role combines hands-on financial management with strategic business partnering. You will ensure compliance with local regulations and company's standards, implement finance systems, and support the Managing Director in business growth and decision-making.
Your Responsibilities
- Build and Lead the Finance Team
- Set up the finance organization, including staff, roles, processes, and tools.
- Recruit, coach, and develop finance team members.
- Create a culture of integrity, performance, and customer focus.
- Establish clear governance, KPIs, and standard operating procedures.
- Business Transition & Outsourced Operations
- Manage the transition from outsourced finance to full ownership.
- Coordinate handovers, align processes, and maintain business continuity.
- Set performance standards, controls, and SLAs for external providers.
- Systems & Technology
- Lead the rollout and stabilization of accounting systems.
- Ensure accurate data, effective processes, and proper training for users.
- Compliance & Risk Management
- Ensure compliance with Philippine laws, taxes, payroll, and company policies.
- Identify and mitigate financial, operational, and system-related risks.
- Maintain audit readiness and manage internal/external audits.
- Accounting & Financial Reporting
- Oversee accounting, billing, payroll, and reporting processes.
- Deliver accurate monthly, quarterly, and management reports.
- Maintain strong internal controls and financial accuracy.
- Cash Flow, Credit & Working Capital
- Manage cash flow, banking, credit control, and collections.
- Monitor overdue accounts and optimize working capital.
- Planning & Performance Management
- Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning.
- Track actual results against budgets and identify risks or corrective actions.
- Support pricing and profitability analysis.
- Business Partnering & Strategic Support
- Provide financial insights and support to the Managing Director and leadership.
- Guide investment decisions, cost analysis, and growth planning.
- Translate financial data into actionable business insights.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor's degree in Accountancy, Finance, Business, or a related field.
- CPA or other relevant professional certifications preferred.
- 1015 years of experience in finance, preferably in logistics, forwarding, or international business, with proven experience in a management role leading finance teams.
- Strong experience in finance, accounting, and compliance.
- Knowledge of Philippine tax, payroll, VAT, and audit requirements.
- Experience implementing ERP systems, preferably Microsoft Dynamics AX.
- Skilled in building finance processes and internal controls.
- Experience managing business transitions and vendor relationships.
- Leadership skills: team building, coaching, and stakeholder management.
- Strong analytical, project management, and problem-solving skills.
Ready to take the next step in your career Submit your application now!
- We kindly request your patience as we receive a significant number of applications. Rest assured that our team will update your application's status soon. In the meantime, we encourage you to follow our LinkedIn page to stay informed about future opportunities and company updates.
