COMPANY: STARLIGHT BUSINESS CONSULTING SERVICES, INC.

POSITION: FINANCE MANAGER

WORK SET-UP: ON-SITE (Mon.-Fri.)

WORK LOCATION: Paseo De Roxas, Legazpi Village, Makati City, Manila

SALARY: Php 40,000 - Php 60,000

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and strategic Finance Manager to lead our financial planning, analysis, and reporting processes. The Finance Manager will be responsible for managing the day-to-day financial operations, developing forecasts, supporting strategic decision-making, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. This role requires a proactive, detail-oriented professional with strong analytical skills and a deep understanding of financial management and business operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and present analysis to senior leadership
• Monitor financial performance, identify trends, and provide actionable insights to drive business performance
• Lead the month-end and year-end closing processes in collaboration with accounting
• Manage cash flow and working capital to support operational efficiency
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal financial regulations and reporting requirements
• Partner with cross-functional teams to support strategic initiatives and business cases
• Develop and maintain internal controls and financial policies
• Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and financial institutions as needed
• Lead and mentor a small finance team, fostering professional development and performance excellence

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (Master’s degree or MBA preferred)
• CPA, CMA, or equivalent professional certification is a plus
• 5+ years of progressive experience in finance or accounting roles, with at least 2 years in a leadership or managerial position
• Strong understanding of financial regulations, GAAP/IFRS, and best practices
• Proficiency in financial software (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, SAP, Microsoft Excel)
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to present financial information to non-financial stakeholders

Preferred Attributes:

• Experience in [insert industry: tech, manufacturing, nonprofit, etc.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Demonstrated success in financial strategy development and execution
• Data-driven mindset with strong business acumen