Company Profile:
A founder-led group of businesses operating across two core pillars:
Technology Services & Artificial Intelligence – delivering modern outsourcing, automation, and AI-enabled solutions to high-growth technology companies worldwide, including the design and implementation of intelligent, human-in-the-loop workflows for SMEs.
Real-Life Experiences – developing and operating hospitality and lifestyle ventures focused on affordable luxury and experience-driven offerings in premier destinations in the Philippines.
Together, the group generates multi-million annual revenues and continues to scale rapidly across international markets, combining technology innovation with real-world experiences.
Overall purpose and responsibilities of the role:
The Group Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is the financial architect and strategic partner driving the growth, governance, and capital strategy across a group of technology, AI, and hospitality ventures. Working directly with the Co-Founders and leadership teams, the CFO will own end-to-end financial leadership across multiple entities and jurisdictions, balancing hands-on execution with long-term strategic planning.
This role is suited for a builder—someone who thrives in ambiguity, scales systems from scratch, and partners closely with founders in a fast-moving, international environment.
Must-have Skills / Qualification:
Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Group Financial Leadership & Strategy
• Define and execute the group’s overall financial strategy aligned with long-term growth objectives.
• Act as a strategic business partner to the Co-Founders and executive leadership, providing financial insights that drive decision-making.
• Lead group-level financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, and scenario modeling.
• Oversee capital structure planning, financing strategies, and M&A or investment evaluations.
• Represent the group in discussions with investors, banks, financial institutions, and key stakeholders.
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2. Fundraising & Investor Relations
• Develop and execute the group’s fundraising strategy to support growth and strategic initiatives.
• Lead equity and debt fundraising rounds, including financial modeling, due diligence, and negotiations.
• Prepare investor presentations, pitch decks, financial models, and valuation narratives.
• Manage data rooms, investment documentation, and compliance with investor covenants.
• Oversee ongoing investor reporting, communication, and performance updates.
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3. Capital, Cash Flow & Treasury Management
• Maintain accurate rolling cash flow forecasts (3, 6, and 12 months) across all entities.
• Lead capital allocation, liquidity planning, and working capital optimization.
• Build scenario-based cash flow and risk models to support executive decisions.
• Manage banking, lender, and payment partner relationships across jurisdictions.
• Oversee foreign exchange strategy, intercompany transactions, and fund transfers.
• Ensure sufficient liquidity while optimizing returns on idle funds.
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4. Accounting, Controllership & Reporting
• Oversee group-wide accounting policies and ensure consistency and IFRS compliance.
• Supervise consolidation of financial statements across multiple legal entities.
• Own and manage monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes.
• Review and approve key journal entries, management accounts, and financial reports.
• Deliver accurate, timely financial reporting to management, board members, and investors.
• Produce Board-ready decks highlighting KPIs, risks, trends, and opportunities.
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5. Audit, Tax & Compliance
• Ensure full compliance with regulatory, statutory, and tax requirements across jurisdictions (Philippines, Hong Kong, and others).
• Oversee external audits, tax filings, and statutory reporting.
• Maintain strong corporate governance, internal controls, and financial SOPs.
• Liaise with auditors, tax advisors, legal counsel, and regulatory bodies.
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6. Finance Operations & Systems
• Design and scale finance operations, processes, and controls suitable for high-growth businesses.
• Drive automation, system integration, and process optimization across accounting, FP&A, payroll, and reporting.
• Ensure effective use of finance tools and platforms (e.g., Xero, Joiin, Airtable, Wise, Airwallex).
• Maintain documentation, workflows, and financial data integrity across systems.
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7. Finance Team Leadership
• Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing finance team across entities.
• Own the Finance Department Manual and onboarding framework.
• Set clear goals, KPIs, and accountability for finance team members.
• Conduct regular 1-on-1s, performance reviews, and coaching sessions.
• Foster a culture of ownership, transparency, and continuous improvement.
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8. Business Partnership & Commercial Support
• Partner with Service Delivery, Sales, and Customer Success teams to ensure accurate billing, margin control, and profitability.
• Oversee revenue recognition, cost control, and pricing support.
• Collaborate with HR on compensation structures, headcount planning, and workforce cost optimization.
• Support founders in financial modeling for new products, services, pricing strategies, and expansion initiatives.
• Support real estate and hospitality expansion projects, including development and operational financial planning
Location: BGC
Employment: Full-time Employment
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