Finance Manager - Manufacturing / FMCG

Finance Manager – Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Location: Laguna
Work Setup: Full On-site
Schedule: Monday to Friday
Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role

We are looking for a high-potential Finance Manager to lead key financial and management accounting functions for a pharmaceutical manufacturing business. The role will work closely with the CEO and senior management, providing financial insights and recommendations to support business performance and decision-making.

This position is designed for a finance professional who can demonstrate strong leadership potential and is capable of progressing into a Finance Controller role within approximately 12 months, subject to performance and business requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead financial reporting, management accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Oversee cost accounting and manufacturing cost analysis, including product costing and cost controls.
• Monitor financial performance, identify variances and business risks, and provide actionable recommendations to management.
• Strengthen financial controls, policies, processes, and internal governance.
• Support management in business planning, investment evaluation, and financial decision-making.
• Prepare and present financial reports and management insights to senior leadership.
• Partner with operations and other business functions to improve profitability, cost efficiency, and financial performance.
• Drive process improvements and ensure accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of financial information.
• Lead and develop the finance team while preparing for broader finance leadership responsibilities.

Qualifications

• CPA with strong financial, analytical, and business acumen.
• At least 8 years of relevant Finance experience.
• Strong experience in manufacturing, preferably within pharmaceutical, FMCG, or other consumer-related industries.
• Solid background in:
  • Financial Reporting and Management Accounting
  • Cost Accounting and Product Costing
  • Budgeting and Forecasting
  • Financial Analysis
  • Financial Controls and Governance
  • Financial Investments
• Strong numerical, analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work closely with CEOs and senior management.
• Proven leadership capability and the potential to assume broader finance responsibilities.
• Experience in a reputable audit or professional services environment is an advantage.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and presentation skills.