Finance Manager – FP&A & Reporting

Role: Finance Manager – Planning & Reporting Location: Metro Manila Employment Type: Full-time

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Finance Manager – Planning & Reporting to lead financial planning, management reporting, and performance analytics for a diversified business portfolio, including emerging and controlled entities.

This role plays a critical part in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial information used by executive leadership and key stakeholders. The position will act as a strategic business partner to senior finance leaders and operational heads, driving financial discipline, performance visibility, and data-driven decision-making across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Close Oversight

• Oversee day-to-day finance operations, including review of journal entries, accruals, and financial schedules

• Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial statements, tax filings, and regulatory reports

• Review internal and external reports prior to executive-level submission

• Maintain and enforce strong internal controls and accounting policies

Management Reporting & Analytics

• Lead the preparation of monthly management reports , including:

• Financial and operational performance dashboards

• Variance analysis (actual vs budget, forecast, prior year)

• Flash reports and executive summaries

• Analyze financial results and identify key drivers, risks, and opportunities

• Provide actionable insights to support business and operational decisions

• Continuously enhance reporting frameworks to align with evolving business needs

Budgeting, Forecasting & Planning

• Lead the annual budgeting process and periodic forecasting cycles

• Develop financial models and projections to support strategic planning

• Monitor budget utilization and flag risks of cost overruns

• Partner with department heads to ensure alignment of financial targets and operational plans

Audit, Compliance & Regulatory Reporting

• Lead coordination with external auditors and manage audit requirements

• Ensure timely and accurate submission of statutory reports (e.g., financial statements, tax returns, government reports)

• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements

• Stay updated on changes in financial reporting standards and regulatory frameworks

Stakeholder Management & Business Partnering

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather financial and operational data

• Provide technical accounting guidance to internal stakeholders

• Support leadership in performance reviews and strategic initiatives

• Act as a key liaison between finance and business units

Process Improvement & Governance

• Identify gaps and inefficiencies in current processes and recommend improvements

• Strengthen financial reporting systems, tools, and workflows

• Drive standardization and best practices across finance operations

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) – required

• 8–12+ years of relevant experience in financial reporting, FP&A, or audit

• Strong background in

• Management reporting and financial analysis

• Budgeting and forecasting

• Financial statements and regulatory compliance

Core Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• High attention to detail and accuracy

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

• Strong leadership and team management capability

• Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-entity environment

Key Interfaces

• Internal: Finance leadership, business unit heads, operations teams, and support functions

• External: Auditors, regulatory bodies, and government agencies