Location: Pasig City
Work Arrangement: Fully onsite (Dayshift)
Overview
The Head of Finance will lead the organization's overall financial strategy, operations, and performance. This role requires a seasoned finance leader with strong expertise in collections management, project management, and end-to-end finance and accounting activities. The ideal candidate will provide strategic direction, ensure operational excellence, and drive financial integrity while supporting growth and long-term sustainability.
Company Background
The company is a leading global provider of essential services, specializing in pest control, hygiene, and workplace well-being solutions. With a strong presence across multiple countries, it supports businesses in maintaining safe, compliant, and healthy environments.
In the Philippines, the organization has established itself as a trusted partner to a wide range of industries including commercial, industrial, healthcare, and residential sectors. It operates through a service-driven model with a nationwide footprint, combining technical expertise, operational excellence, and customer-centric solutions.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Leadership & Strategy
- Develop and execute financial strategies aligned with the company's business objectives.
- Provide guidance to executive leadership on financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and capital management.
- Lead financial risk assessment and mitigation initiatives.
End-to-End Finance & Accounting Management
- Oversee daily financial operations, including general accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, treasury, and tax compliance.
- Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial reports, statements, and regulatory filings.
- Strengthen internal controls and ensure compliance with accounting standards and legal requirements.
- Manage month-end and year-end closing activities.
Collections & Credit Management
- Lead the design and execution of effective collections strategies to optimize cash flow and reduce aged receivables.
- Oversee credit policies, credit evaluations, and risk assessments of clients and partners.
- Monitor collections targets, implement process improvements, and ensure adherence to timelines and quality standards.
Project & Process Management
- Drive finance-related projects including system enhancements, automation initiatives, process improvement, and policy development.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to implement new financial tools, ERP upgrades, and operational transformation projects.
- Monitor project timelines, resources, and stakeholder alignment to ensure successful completion.
Budgeting & Forecasting
- Lead the annual budgeting process and periodic re-forecasting activities.
- Ensure robust financial modeling to support business decisions, new initiatives, and investment opportunities.
- Analyze financial trends, variances, and performance metrics to guide strategic decisions.
Team Leadership & Development
- Build, manage, and mentor a high-performing finance and accounting team.
- Establish a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Identify training needs and provide development opportunities for the team.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA is preferred.
- At least 1015 years of progressive experience in finance and accounting, with minimum 5 years in a leadership role.
- Strong background in collections management, credit control, and cash flow optimization.
- Proven track record in project management, financial systems implementation, or process improvement initiatives.
- Solid understanding of end-to-end financial processes and regulatory compliance.
- Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams, influence decision-making, and drive organizational change.
Core Competencies
- Strategic Financial Planning
- Collections & Credit Management
- Project Management & Execution
- Financial Reporting & Compliance
- Process Optimization & Automation
- Leadership & People Management
- Risk Management
- Business Partnering
