Financial Controller

Company Description

New San Jose Builders, Inc. (NSJBI) is a distinguished privately held real estate company based in Quezon City, established in 1986. Focused on delivering quality lifestyle real estate, NSJBI provides innovative and affordable housing options in prime locations across the metro. With in-house construction capabilities, the company ensures high-quality standards, faster project completion, and budget-friendly property prices. NSJBI's portfolio includes residential condominiums, townships, transportation infrastructure, and renowned developments such as the Philippine Arena and Las Casas Filipinas de Acuzar. Driven by excellence as a standard, NSJBI continues to shape the future of real estate development in the Philippines.

Purpose of the Position:

The AVP – Financial Controller is responsible for leading and overseeing the company's financial control, reporting, and compliance functions. The role ensures accuracy and integrity of financial records, strong internal controls, regulatory compliance, and effective financial governance across real estate operations, projects, and subsidiaries, while supporting strategic decision-making by Senior Management.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1.   Oversee the overall financial reporting and control functions of the company.

2.   Ensure accurate and timely preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.

3.   Establish, implement, and maintain strong internal controls and financial governance frameworks.

4.   Ensure compliance with Philippine accounting standards, tax laws, and regulatory requirements.

5.   Review and approve financial reports prior to submission to Management and stakeholders.

6.   Supervise and provide strategic guidance to the accounting and finance teams.

7.   Monitor general ledger integrity and ensure proper accounting treatment of transactions.

8.   Oversee project accounting for real estate developments, including cost capitalization and revenue recognition.

9.   Lead the annual audit process and coordinate with external auditors and regulators.

10. Ensure timely filing of tax returns and statutory financial reports. Ensure full compliance with BIR, SEC, and other regulatory and statutory financial requirements.

11. Review financial implications of contracts, joint ventures, and property transactions.

12. Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning activities.

13. Analyze financial performance and provide insights to support business decisions.

14. Monitor compliance with approved budgets and recommend corrective actions when necessary.

15. Identify financial risks and implement mitigation and control measures.

16. Ensure proper documentation and retention of financial records.

17. Review and enhance accounting policies, procedures, and systems.

18. Coordinate with Treasury on cash flow planning and funding requirements.

19. Ensure accurate consolidation of financial statements for multiple entities or projects.

20. Support Management in financial due diligence for acquisitions and expansions.

21. Ensure ethical financial practices and adherence to company policies.

22. Mentor and develop finance team leaders and key personnel.

23. Respond to financial inquiries from Management, auditors, and regulators.

24. Maintain confidentiality of financial and strategic information.

25. Lead the development and implementation of enterprise-wide financial control and risk management frameworks.

26. Oversee financial compliance and reporting requirements for subsidiaries, affiliates, and special purpose entities.

27. Provide strategic financial guidance during mergers, acquisitions, and corporate restructuring activities.

28. Review and recommend improvements to financial systems, automation, and reporting processes.

29. Act as a key financial advisor to Executive Management on governance, internal controls, and regulatory matters.

30. Perform other related duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by Senior Management.

Qualification, Skills and Experiences:

1.   Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy, Finance, or a related field.

2.   Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is required.

3.   At least 12–18 years of progressive experience in accounting and finance.

4.   Minimum of 8 years in a senior management or controller-level role.

5.   Strong experience in real estate, property development, or construction accounting.

6.   Extensive knowledge of financial reporting standards, tax regulations and compliance, statutory filings.

7.   Proven experience in audit management and regulatory compliance, dealing directly with auditors handling statutory audits for a Philippine corporation with assets in excess of P10b, for a minimum of 3 years.

8.   Strong leadership and people management skills.

9.   Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.

10. High level of integrity and professionalism.

11. Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.

12. Excellent communication and presentation skills.

13. Strategic and detail-oriented mindset.

14. Proficiency in accounting systems and financial reporting tools, with proven capabilities in corporate ERP systems implementation, testing and roll out, for atleast 1 Philippine entity with assets in excess of P10b.

15. Willingness to render extended hours when required.

16. Atleast 7 years leading the Accounting Division, with focus on people development and project delivery.

Inter/Intra personal relationships:

1.  Works closely with Executive Management and Department Heads.

2.  Maintains professional coordination with auditors, banks, and regulators.

3.  Demonstrates strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.

4.  Upholds company values, policies, and ethical standards.

Approvals/Authorities:

·        Authority is limited to assigned functions and subject to the Company Authority Matrix.