MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Finance, or related field
- CPA required; MBA or Master’s in Finance is an advantage
Related Work Experience
- At least 10 years of progressive experience in finance, with 5 years in a leadership or management role
- Preferably with experience in fintech, digital payments, financial services, or similar industries
Knowledge (knowledgeable in the following):
- Solid understanding of Philippine taxation, financial regulations, and compliance requirements
- Familiarity with digital wallet, e-money, and payment gateway operations is a plus
- Knowledge of financial planning, forecasting methodologies, and business modeling
Skills:
- Strategic financial analysis and interpretation
- Strong leadership and people management skills
- Excellent communication and presentation abilities
- Advanced proficiency in financial systems and MS Excel
- Strong organizational and project management skills
Certifications/Regulatory Requirements (if any)
Must be a Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
A. Budget Planning and Management
- Support the development of annual budgets aligned with business goals
- Track and analyze actual performance against budget, explaining variances and proposing corrective actions
- Ensure alignment between strategic priorities and financial resource allocation
B. Cost Monitoring and Reporting
- Oversee effective cost management strategies to ensure operational efficiency
- Lead periodic financial reporting, management dashboard updates, and cost center analysis
- Identify opportunities for cost control and recommend optimization initiatives
C. Forecasting and Analysis
- Drive financial modeling and forecasting to support business planning and scenario analysis
- Provide actionable insights on revenue streams, margins, capital expenditures, and OPEX trends
- Support product and market expansion strategies through financial impact assessment
D. Risk Management
- Assist in identifying financial risks and developing mitigation strategies
- Ensure proper internal controls are in place and regularly reviewed
- Coordinate with internal audit and compliance teams for periodic reviews
E. Collaboration
- Represent Finance in key cross-functional initiatives and external engagements
- Collaborate closely with business unit heads, product teams, and operations to ensure financial strategies support growth
- Lead and/or support special projects assigned by PFSC or PPG leadership
NOTE: This role may also be assigned other tasks and responsibilities that support the company’s financial and administrative functions, as deemed necessary by management.