407 Director Finance jobs in the Philippines

Job Summary:

We are looking for an experienced and results-driven
Senior Finance Director
to lead key finance functions, including
audit
,
compliance
,
payroll
,
financial systems
, and
reporting
. This role will be critical in ensuring financial integrity, operational efficiency, and adherence to regulatory standards while supporting the organization's strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee internal and external audit processes.
• Ensure compliance with local, national, and international financial regulations.
• Maintain and improve internal controls and risk management processes.
• Liaise with auditors, regulators, and senior leadership to address findings and implement corrective actions.
• Oversee accurate and timely payroll processing across multiple regions (if applicable).
• Ensure compliance with labor laws, tax regulations, and company policies.
• Collaborate with HR and legal teams to manage compensation and benefits reporting.
• Implement payroll systems and automation to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Lead the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with applicable accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, GAAP).
• Provide strategic financial insights and analysis to executive leadership.
• Coordinate with business units for consolidated financial reporting and variance analysis.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Master's or MBA preferred).
• CPA, ACCA, or equivalent professional certification required.
• 10+ years of progressive finance experience, including 5+ years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of audit procedures, financial regulations, and payroll practices.
• Proficiency in financial systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Workday) and Excel.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to shape financial strategy in a high-impact role
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment
• Hybrid work setup

Audit Staff is responsible in performing the Audit Substantive Tests procedures such as interviewing with the clients, observing, and analyzing business processes, verifying documents and preparing Audit or Management Report, conducting a follow-up audit, perform the audit cycle, completing assignments from senior auditors, gathering data, analyzing documentation, supporting the audit committee and preparing audit findings.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of BS Accountancy, BS Accounting Technology, or BSBA Financial Management
• with or without work experience
• Knowledge in data processing.
• Knowledge on identifying problems, providing solutions and recommendations to the management
• Knowledge in preparing reports for the management and communicating to the client

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for promotion
• Paid training

Work Location: In person

Position Type:
Full Time

Location:
Philippines (Remote)

Schedule:
Monday-Friday, at least 4 hrs overlap with CST hours

About the Company

Our client is a US-based company established in 2014 offering inspiring practical ideas and DIY printables for birthdays, holidays, baby showers and more.

About the Role

As a Director of Finance, you'll be more than a financial steward—you'll be a key leader driving clarity, discipline, and scalable systems on our path to $100M in revenue. In your first 90 days, you'll take full ownership of the finance function, streamline monthly close and cash forecasting, and deliver actionable performance insights that guide smarter, faster decisions. Within your first year, you'll transform finance into a proactive engine for scale, ensuring clean, audit-ready reporting, optimized cash management, and trusted financial visibility across the company—all while serving as a critical partner to leadership in shaping profitable, sustainable growth.

Responsibilities

Primary Objectives 20% BIG ROCKS
– These must be done first and at all costs.

• Deliver Accurate, Insightful Monthly Financials - Own and execute a standardized monthly close process to deliver accurate financial statements by the 20th calendar day of the following month. Ensure zero material errors and full reconciliation of all key accounts, while producing clear reporting that drives confident, data-backed decision-making.
• Maintain and Optimize Cash Flow Strategy - Manage a weekly-updated, 12-month rolling cash forecast to ensure liquidity and financial stability. Route 100% of eligible payments through optimal float strategies, and surface at least one new cash optimization tactic per quarter—such as improved vendor terms, debt structuring, or payment sequencing.
• Lead Forecasting and Budgeting Across the Business - Plan and lead Hadley Designs' annual budgeting and forecasting cycle. Launch the process each fall, align department budgets with growth targets, and finalize all plans by December 1. Monitor and maintain ?10% variance between forecasts and actuals through regular reforecasting and departmental collaboration.
• Build Scalable Financial Systems and Operational Workflows - Document all core finance workflows—including close, forecasting, cash flow, and reporting—by Month 3. By Month 6, implement streamlined systems for expense approvals, reimbursements, travel booking, and company card usage. Deliver an ERP implementation plan and reduce manual reporting time by 25% within Year 1.
• Drive Profit Optimization Across Departments - Deliver monthly EBITDA analysis across all major departments to uncover cost-saving and margin improvement opportunities. Partner with leaders to implement at least one impactful initiative per quarter. Increase trailing-12-month EBITDA margin by 2 percentage points in your first year.

Regular Work Activities 80%
– These must be done ongoing daily/weekly after the BIG ROCKS are complete.

• Accounts Receivable and Payable: Manage invoicing, collections, and payments to maintain cash flow and ensure accurate reconciliation.
• Cash Management Operations: Monitor daily cash positions, maintain liquidity, and oversee use of credit float strategies.
• Compliance and Audit Readiness: Ensure GAAP compliance, manage internal controls, and lead external audit preparation.
• Payroll and Benefits Administration: Oversee payroll and reimbursements for accuracy, timeliness, and legal compliance.
• Tax Compliance: Oversee accurate and timely sales tax filings and payroll tax submissions, ensuring compliance across all jurisdictions.
• Systems and Software Management: Optimize financial tools (e.g., Xero, LinkMyBooks, Hubdoc, Google Sheets) to streamline workflows and reduce manual work.
• Inventory and COGS Management: Reconcile inventory regularly and validate COGS entries in partnership with operations.
• Strategic Insights and Decision Support: Provide financial analysis to support key business decisions and capital planning.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with teams across the business to assess financial impact and support growth initiatives.
• Financial Dashboard & KPI Maintenance: Maintain dashboards and scorecards to ensure clear visibility into performance.
• Team Development and Delegation: Identify opportunities to delegate transactional tasks and support the development of future finance capabilities as the department grows.

Competencies and Qualifications

Key Skills
– What behavioral traits, attitudes, and skills are required?

• Detail Orientation: Demonstrates exceptional attention to detail, ensuring all financial data and reporting is accurate and reliable.
• Compliance and Regulatory Knowledge: Maintains a deep understanding of GAAP, tax regulations, and audit standards to ensure full compliance and risk mitigation.
• Analytical Expertise: Utilizes advanced analytical skills to interpret financial data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights to support strategic decision-making.
• Process Optimization: Proactively identifies opportunities to streamline workflows, improve efficiency, and implement scalable financial systems.
• Strategic Focus: Aligns financial planning and reporting with the organization's strategic goals, enabling data-driven decision-making and long-term success.
• Technology Proficiency: Leverages advanced tools such as Xero, QuickBooks, and Excel to optimize financial management and reporting processes.
• Leadership and Collaboration: Inspires, mentors, and leads teams while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Communication Excellence: Communicates complex financial concepts clearly and effectively to stakeholders across all levels of the organization.
• Adaptability: Thrives in dynamic environments, quickly adjusting to new challenges and evolving business needs while maintaining a high level of performance.
• Energy and Positivity: Consistently operates with enthusiasm and a positive attitude to motivate others and drive progress.

Role Requirements: Experience, Training, and Education
– What prior work and life experience will help the person in this role succeed? (Education, industry-specific, sales, administrative, management, customer-service)

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (MBA/CPA strongly preferred)
• 5+ years of progressive finance/accounting experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role
• Proven success building scalable finance systems and strategic reporting processes
• Experience in multi-channel eCommerce or retail preferred

• Demonstrated ability to influence executive decisions through financial insight

• What We Offer
  Remote-first work environment

• Flexible working hours (with core availability window)
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Access to courses, trainings, or a learning budget
• Access to company products
• Regular Interaction with CEO
• Established Company doing business for 10+ years
• Personal Development
• Autonomy of time and schedule

Application Process

We understand that searching for a new job can be challenging, and we're here to support you every step of the way. Our goal is to make the process as transparent and respectful as possible.

Typically, the interview process includes a Recruiter Interview, Client Interview, and Practical Test, but this may vary depending on the role. Throughout each stage, we'll keep you informed and provide feedback as quickly as we can, ensuring you feel valued and supported throughout your journey with us.

We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Director of Finance to lead and oversee all financial operations within our client's organization. This pivotal role involves driving financial strategy, ensuring compliance, managing risks, and providing leadership to the finance team. The ideal candidate will bring a wealth of experience in financial planning, governance, and stakeholder management, with a proven ability to align financial operations with business objectives.

As the Director of Finance, you will:

• Develop and execute the financial strategy in alignment with the company's business goals.
• Provide financial leadership, direction, and guidance to the executive team and finance department.
• Act as a strategic partner to the CEO and other executives, offering insights on financial opportunities and challenges.
• Oversee the preparation of financial reports, budgets, and forecasts, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Monitor cash flow and ensure adequate liquidity to support operations.
• Advise on long-term business and financial planning.
• Manage financial risks and implement strategies to mitigate them effectively.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards, maintaining accurate financial reporting.
• Supervise accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger.
• Establish and maintain robust internal controls to safeguard company assets.
• Provide commercial insight and leadership to exceed business plan targets.
• Embed and operationalize the risk and compliance management framework across the organization.
• Build and maintain relationships with senior management, external partners, and stakeholders.
• Identify growth opportunities, including potential mergers and acquisitions.
• Oversee and consolidate financial operations across multiple regions, including Malaysia, Japan, and the United States.

To be successful in this role, you should have:

• A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field (CPA preferred).
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in finance leadership roles, ideally within the entertainment and F&B sectors.
• Proven expertise in financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting.
• A solid understanding of financial regulations, accounting principles, and risk management.
• A track record of managing external auditors and delivering accurate, consolidated financial statements for multi-entity groups.
• Experience in both audit firms and in-house roles within private companies.
• A history of digitizing and automating finance processes (e.g., ERP, BI, e-invoicing) to enhance efficiency.
• Strong strategic thinking skills with a positive, change-oriented mindset.
• Exceptional stakeholder management and executive communication skills, including direct engagement with the CEO.
• Prior experience as a CFO or in an equivalent senior finance leadership role.

Primary Objectives 20% BIG ROCKS – These must be done first and at all costs.

1. Deliver Accurate, Insightful Monthly Financials - Own and execute a standardized monthly close process to deliver accurate financial statements by the 20th calendar day of the following month. Ensure zero material errors and full reconciliation of all key accounts, while producing clear reporting that drives confident, data-backed decision-making.

2. Maintain and Optimize Cash Flow Strategy - Manage a weekly-updated, 12-month rolling cash forecast to ensure liquidity and financial stability. Route 100% of eligible payments through optimal float strategies, and surface at least one new cash optimization tactic per quarter—such as improved vendor terms, debt structuring, or payment sequencing.

3. Lead Forecasting and Budgeting Across the Business - Plan and lead Hadley Designs' annual budgeting and forecasting cycle. Launch the process each fall, align department budgets with growth targets, and finalize all plans by December 1. Monitor and maintain ≤10% variance between forecasts and actuals through regular reforecasting and departmental collaboration.

4. Build Scalable Financial Systems and Operational Workflows - Document all core finance workflows—including close, forecasting, cash flow, and reporting—by Month 3. By Month 6, implement streamlined systems for expense approvals, reimbursements, travel booking, and company card usage. Deliver an ERP implementation plan and reduce manual reporting time by 25% within Year 1.

5. Drive Profit Optimization Across Departments - Deliver monthly EBITDA analysis across all major departments to uncover cost-saving and margin improvement opportunities. Partner withleaders to implement at least one impactful initiative per quarter. Increase trailing-12-month EBITDA margin by 2 percentage points in your first year.

Regular Work Activities 80% – These must be done ongoing daily/weekly after the BIG

ROCKS are complete.

1. Accounts Receivable and Payable: Manage invoicing, collections, and payments to maintain cash flow and ensure accurate reconciliation.

2. Cash Management Operations: Monitor daily cash positions, maintain liquidity, and oversee use of credit float strategies.

3. Compliance and Audit Readiness: Ensure GAAP compliance, manage internal controls, and lead external audit preparation.

4. Payroll and Benefits Administration: Oversee payroll and reimbursements for accuracy, timeliness, and legal compliance.

5. Tax Compliance: Oversee accurate and timely sales tax filings and payroll tax submissions, ensuring compliance across all jurisdictions.

6. Systems and Software Management: Optimize financial tools (e.g., Xero, LinkMyBooks,

Hubdoc, Google Sheets) to streamline workflows and reduce manual work.

1. Inventory and COGS Management: Reconcile inventory regularly and validate COGS entries in partnership with operations.

2. Strategic Insights and Decision Support: Provide financial analysis to support key business decisions and capital planning.

3. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with teams across the business to assess financial impact and support growth initiatives.

4. Financial Dashboard & KPI Maintenance: Maintain dashboards and scorecards to ensure clear visibility into performance.

5. Team Development and Delegation: Identify opportunities to delegate transactional tasks and support the development of future finance capabilities as the department grows.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From Php70,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Opportunities for promotion
• Work from home

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance?
• Do you have an MBA or a CPA license?
• How many years of experience do you have leading annual budgeting processes?
• How many years of experience do you have reconciling key accounts (cash, A/R, A/P, etc.)?
• How many years of experience do you have documenting and optimizing core financial workflows?
• How many years have you produced departmental EBITDA analyses?
• How many years of experience do you have overseeing payroll and employee reimbursements?
• How many years of experience do you have providing strategic financial insights and capital planning support?
• Are you comfortable working on a night shift?

Work Location: Remote

Job Title: Director of Finance

Department: Finance & Accounts

Location: On-site – Makati, Philippines

Employment Type: Full-Time – Nezda Global

Experience Required: 10+ Years | Leadership Role

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and own
  end-to-end finance
  operations for the Philippines region, reporting directly to senior/global leadership.
• Oversee all aspects of
  accounting, including book closure, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Drive and manage
  billing
  and invoicing processes, ensuring accuracy and timely collections
• Take full ownership of
  compliance
  and regulatory reporting.
• Lead all tax-related functions – direct, indirect, and corporate taxation – with support from local tax advisors.
• Review budgets, forecasts, MIS reports, and performance dashboards.
• Implement and optimize financial processes, SOPs, internal controls, and automation where required.
• Lead audits, financial planning, and ensure fiscal discipline across departments.
• Act as the financial leader for the Philippines business, collaborating closely with cross-functional stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• Chartered Accountant (CA), CPA, CMA, or MBA (Finance) preferred
• Minimum
  8-10 years of progressive experience
  in finance, including
  strong leadership experience
  at a regional or country level.
• Strong grasp of
  financial reporting, budgeting, compliance, audits, billing, and collections.
• Proficient in financial systems and ERPs such as
  SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks, Tally, or NetSuite
• Excellent analytical, communication, and decision-making skills.
• Proven experience building and leading finance teams and managing full-spectrum financial operations

About Nezda:

Nezda Global is a leading full-suite workforce solutions company serving over 200+ clients across the Philippines and globally. With a strong presence in recruitment, RPO, EOR, and outsourcing, we're redefining how businesses connect with top-tier talent. As we continue to scale, we are investing in marketing technology to build stronger automation, smarter engagement, and sharper insights.

Exciting times for a US healthcare company that recently set up their global capability center in BGC Taguig as they strengthen their Finance Service Delivery group. Reporting to the Country Head, the Finance Director will lead and oversee the delivery of service and operations ensuring the efficient and effective delivery of shared services across multiple functions, starting with Accounts Payable, Capital markets, FP&A and GA, and expanding into other Finance, Supply Chain, Clinical, and other operational areas. This role is responsible for managing a team of Managers, driving operational excellence, and implementing best practices to enhance service quality and customer satisfaction. The Finance Director will also play a key role in strategic planning, and continuous improvement initiatives, aligning operational strategies with the organization's goals.

Essential Job Functions

• Lead a high-performing team focused on delivering exceptional service delivery across Finance and other functions, ensuring alignment with the strategic objectives of the GBS center in Manila.
• Drive operational excellence by developing and implementing a culture of continuous improvement through methodologies such as LEAN, Six Sigma, and Agile, fostering collaboration and innovation across all service areas
• Oversee the establishment of cross-functional governance frameworks that promot accountability and transparency in service delivery, ensuring that all functions work cohesively towards common goals.
• Utilize data-driven insights to monitor key performance metrics and identify opportunities for process enhancements, ensuring that operational efficiencies are achieved and sustained.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to formulate and execute strategic plans for the GBS center in Manila, facilitating the expansion of services within Finance.
• Cultivate strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners, ensuring customer satisfaction and addressing service delivery challenges proactively.
• Champion training and development programs for team members, enhancing their skills and capabilities to support the evolving needs of the organization.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and industry regulations, while actively identifying and mitigating operational risks to safeguard the integrity of service delivery.
• Serve as a key resource for operational best practices, facilitating knowledge sharing and collaboration across the organization to enhance overall performance and service quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (required); Master's degree (preferred)
• CPA / CMA / ACMA / CFA (highly preferred)
• Certification in Agile, PMP, LEAN or Six Sigma (preferred).
• 8+ years of experience working in a shared services environment. (required)
• Experience as a Lead in a Global Business Services (GBS) Environment. (required)
• Experience with Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain, or other functions within a GBS environment (required)
• Experience in operational excellence or innovation roles. (preferred)
• Workday, UKG, Genesys and ServiceNow experience. (preferred)
• Experience leading large teams and multiple levels of leaders. (preferred)
• Experience leading large transformation projects. (preferred)

Training

• Workday experience (preferred)
• ServiceNow experience (preferred)
• Genesys experience (preferred)
• Technology experience with various tools (Workday, app development, cloud-based solutions, process mining, automations), (preferred)

Skills

• Leader of Leaders experience
• Servant Leadership
• Critical Thinking
• Teamwork
• Conflict Resolution
• Active Listening
• Relationship building
• Executive presence and public speaking experience

Others

• Full onsite - BGC, Taguig City
• Nightshift

• Provide overall financial leadership and strategic direction for the University.
• Oversee accounting, budgeting, treasury, and fund management functions.
• Ensure compliance with government regulations, tax laws, and audit requirements.
• Develop and implement financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Prepare and present financial reports, forecasts, and analysis to management and the Board.
• Supervise and guide the finance team to ensure efficiency, accuracy, and accountability.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Company Christmas gift
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid training
• Pay raise
• Work from home

Work Location: In person

Job Summary:

The Finance Director will lead the overall financial strategy and operations of the company, ensuring profitability, sustainability, and compliance. This role requires strong expertise in financial planning, investment strategies, capital management, and retail operations. The Finance Director will provide strategic guidance to senior management and support business growth initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with the company's business objectives.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
• Manage investments, assess risks, and provide recommendations to maximize returns.
• Ensure proper cash flow, liquidity, and working capital management.
• Analyze financial performance and prepare detailed reports for stakeholders.
• Implement internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor retail operations to optimize profitability, cost-efficiency, and ROI.
• Lead and mentor the finance team, fostering a culture of accuracy, integrity, and accountability.
• Collaborate with executive leadership in making data-driven business decisions.
• Stay updated on market trends, economic conditions, and investment opportunities relevant to the retail sector.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (CPA or CFA preferred; MBA is an advantage).
• 10+ years of progressive experience in finance, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Strong background in investment management, capital allocation, and risk assessment.
• Experience in the retail industry is highly desirable.
• Excellent knowledge of financial regulations, tax laws, and compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and ERP systems. (e.g., SAP or Business Central)
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional leadership and communication abilities.
• High level of integrity

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Php130, Php150,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Company events
• Employee discount

Experience:

• Finance Management: 5 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person