Finance Specialist

Finance Specialist

• Location: Hybrid
• Reports To: Head of Finance
• Type: Full-time
• Business Unit: 1882 Energy Ventures

About 1882 Energy Ventures

1882 Energy Ventures is AboitizPower's dedicated venture studio committed to decentralizing the energy landscape and developing scalable platforms across solar, battery storage, EV charging, and other distributed energy solutions.

Our mission is to launch and accelerate ventures that drive decarbonization, enhance energy efficiency, and fuel long-term economic growth and development in the Philippines and beyond.

About the Role

We are looking for a Finance Specialist to support the day-to-day finance and accounting activities of 1882 Energy Ventures and its assigned entities. The role provides financial analysis, management reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash management, and tax compliance support. The Finance Specialist will work closely with internal stakeholders, external customers, suppliers, auditors, and government agencies to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant financial operations.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Analysis & Management Reporting

• Prepare monthly management reports and provide detailed analysis of financial performance.
• Perform variance analysis of financial statements against prior-year results and approved budgets.
• Identify significant variances, financial issues, and trends, and provide actionable analysis to support management discussion and resolution.
• Support the preparation of annual budgets and quarterly forecasts for assigned entities.
• Review Accounts Receivable aging, Accounts Payable aging, and other revenue, cost, and expense schedules on a monthly basis.
• Prepare cash management reports covering cash inflows (including collections) and cash outflows (including disbursements).
• Review proof lists and validate the proper charging of accounts.
• Prepare and endorse necessary accounting adjustments to ensure the accuracy of book balances.

2. Financial Operations & Accounting Support

• Support the day-to-day finance and accounting activities of assigned entities.
• Coordinate with Finance and Accounting points of contact across the organization.
• Review financial transactions and supporting schedules for accuracy and completeness.
• Ensure appropriate account charging and coordinate required adjustments with the accounting team.
• Provide financial information and analysis to support studio finance, venture teams, and other key stakeholders.
• Support the studio's overall finance and accounting requirements across its portfolio of ventures.

3. External & Stakeholder Coordination

• Respond to and coordinate inquiries from internal and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate with relevant internal teams to resolve finance, accounting, tax, and reporting matters.
• Support audit and tax-related requests by providing accurate and complete financial documentation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in financial management, reporting, and accounting operations support.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accountancy, or a related 4-year business discipline.
• Licensure: CPA preferred, but not required.

Why Join Us

This isn't just a role; it's a chance to build companies that shape the future. As a Finance Specialist, you'll be at the heart of our studio's mission to turn bold ideas into high-impact ventures. You'll be surrounded by a team of thinkers, builders, and strategists who thrive on pushing boundaries. If you're ready to lead with purpose and build what matters, we'd love to meet you.

At AboitizPower, we honor you not just as a professional, but as a person. Our promise is to provide a workplace where you can thrive through:

• Powered by People: We value your unique identity and ensure you feel supported, trusted, and empowered.
• Own Your Growth: Learn, grow, and advance through mentorship, leadership opportunities, and meaningful career experiences.
• Why We Work: Purpose is part of every job here. Your efforts directly contribute to community upliftment, sustainability, and shaping the future of energy.
• Empowering Culture: Bring your full self to a workplace grounded in belonging and collaboration.
• Recognition that Matters: We celebrate both visible milestones and steady efforts, honoring the dedication you bring to our mission.

About Us

AboitizPower is the holding company for the Aboitiz Group's investments in power generation, distribution, and retail electricity services. We are among the largest power producers in the Philippines, with a balanced portfolio of assets located across the country. We are also a major producer of renewable energy, with several hydroelectric, geothermal, and solar power generation facilities.

Together, let's power your future.