Finance & Accounting Head

FINANCE & ACCOUNTING HEAD (Real Estate & Property)

WE ARE HIRING: HEAD OF FINANCE & ACCOUNTING (Real Estate & Property Development)

Location: BGC, Taguig

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Lead financial strategy. Strengthen governance. Drive sustainable business growth.

We are looking for an experienced Head of Finance & Accounting to lead the company's overall financial strategy, accounting operations, treasury, budgeting, tax compliance, and financial risk management.

This is a senior leadership role that goes beyond financial reporting. The successful candidate will serve as a strategic business partner to executive management, providing financial insights, strengthening internal controls, safeguarding company resources, and ensuring long-term financial sustainability.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Financial Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, manage, and develop the Finance & Accounting team.
• Establish clear accountabilities, performance standards, and departmental objectives.
• Drive operational efficiency, accountability, and continuous improvement within the department.

2. Financial Strategy & Sustainability

• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with the company's business objectives and long-term growth plans.
• Lead annual budgeting, financial planning, forecasting, and financial modeling.
• Analyze financial performance and recommend strategies to improve profitability and resource utilization.
• Provide strategic financial advice and recommendations to executive management and the Board.

3. Treasury & Cash Management

• Oversee cash flow forecasting, liquidity planning, and working capital management.
• Ensure sufficient funding for business operations, project commitments, and future expansion.
• Manage banking relationships, financing requirements, investments, and utilization of company funds.

4. Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Oversee the preparation and timely submission of accurate financial statements and management reports.
• Monitor financial performance against budgets and forecasts.
• Provide financial analysis, variance reports, and business insights to support management decisions.
• Ensure accuracy of accounting records, reconciliations, and financial reporting processes.

5. Taxation & Regulatory Compliance

• Oversee corporate taxation, tax planning, and compliance with applicable tax laws and regulations.
• Ensure timely preparation, review, and filing of tax returns and statutory reports.
• Manage internal and external financial and tax audits.
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements.

6. Financial Risk Management & Internal Controls

• Identify and manage financial, liquidity, tax, and operational risks.
• Establish and strengthen internal controls, financial governance, and fraud-prevention measures.
• Ensure transparency, accountability, and compliance across all financial activities.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Management, or a related field.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred.
• Master's degree in Finance, Business, or Management is an advantage.
• At least 8 years of progressive experience in Finance & Accounting, with significant leadership or managerial experience.
• Background in real estate development, property development, or related industries is highly preferred.
• Strong expertise in corporate taxation, financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, treasury, and financial reporting.
• Proven experience developing and implementing financial strategies for growing organizations.
• Strong knowledge of tax regulations, accounting standards, audit requirements, and internal controls.
• Excellent analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Strong leadership, communication, presentation, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficient in financial systems, Excel, and business reporting tools.