Working environment: the finance controller will collaborate in a fully remote setting, working closely with virtual assistants based in the philippines and reporting directly to us-based employer.
about the role:
we are seeking a highly motivated and experienced finance controller to join our dynamic and growing company in a fully, virtual online environment. the ideal candidate will be a strategic leader with a proven track record of success in financial management, decision-making, and leading virtual professionals. This role will be responsible for all aspects of the company's financial operations. The finance controller will work closely with a team of filipino virtual assistants and a us-based employer.
responsibilities:
a. Financial planning & analysis:
· develop and implement comprehensive financial plans, budgets, and forecasts.
· analyze financial data, identify trends, and make recommendations to improve financial performance.
· monitor key financial metrics and provide regular reports to senior management.
b. Financial operations management:
· oversee day-to-day financial operations, including accounting, and invoicing, all aspects of accounting, treasury, and financial reporting.
· ensure compliance with locals and international financial regulations or standards.
· manage cash flow, investments, payroll and debt financing.
c. Strategic leadership:
· provide financial guidance and support to senior management on strategic decisions.
· lead and mentor the finance team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
· collaborate with other departments to ensure alignment with financial goals.
d. Risk management:
· identify and mitigate financial risks.
· implement internal controls to safeguard company assets.
· develop and maintain a strong risk management framework.
e. Investor relations:
· manage relationships with investors and lenders.
· prepare and present financial information to investors.
· ensure transparency and accountability in financial reporting.
f. External relations:
· manage relationships with financial institutions, clients/partners, and other stakeholders.
· oversee the preparation for audits and liaise with external auditors to ensure compliance and accuracy.
qualifications:
· bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.
· minimum 2-3 years of experience in a leadership and management role within finance.
· proven track record of successful financial management, assertive and confident in making decisions
· strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
· excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to effectively manage a virtual team and liaise with us stakeholders
· proficient in microsoft office suite, accounting software and financial reporting tolls.
· experienced working in a remote working environment.
· demonstrated experience in underwriting processes and principles.
desired skills:
· experience in the real estate industry.
· strong understanding of financial modeling and forecasting techniques.
· excellent communication skills to effectively liaise with virtual teams and international stakeholders.
· with experience in us financial/taxation law is a plus factor
· significant experience in or knowledge of gaap accounting
tech requirements (non-negotiable). Attach device specs/screenshots with your application.
· laptop/desktop (? 3 years old)
· cpu: intel i5 10th-gen+ / amd ryzen 5+
· ram: 8gb+
· internet: 50–100 mbps (with backup)
· a/v: working webcam, mic, and headset
tools/systems/softwares:
· finance & accounting: acodei, quickbooks, stripe
· time tracking & productivity monitoring: hubstaff
· project & task management: asana
· communication & collaboration: slack, zoom
· file storage & document sharing: egnyte, microsoft applications, advanced excel
· marketing & outreach tools: active campaign, salesmessage
· security & access management: lastpass, surfshark, vpn
· ai & research assistants: chatgpt, perplexity
- your experience with quickbooks (modules used + typical weekly tasks)
- recent finance/ops process you improved—what changed?
- your internet speed (main + backup), and your working hours preference
tip: links to a portfolio, sample reports/dashboards, or sop you created are a plus.