Chief Financial officer

Job Description : CFO PHILIPPINES An exceptional opportunity awaits for an accomplished finance professional to step into the role of Chief Financial Officer within a rapidly expanding, technologically driven food and beverage distribution company. What you'll do: As Chief Financial Officer, you will be entrusted with shaping the entire financial landscape of this innovative food distribution business. Working hand-in-hand with the CEO/President and fellow executives, you will help steer critical decisions that shape the future direction of the business. Develop and implement comprehensive financial strategies that align with the organisation’s long-term objectives and support sustainable growth across all business channels. Optimise capital structure by managing equity and debt fundraising efforts, including private equity placements, bank loans, mezzanine financing, and working capital solutions. Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with banks, lending institutions, private investors, and other key stakeholders to ensure access to necessary funding. Oversee treasury operations by designing and optimising cash flow systems that enhance liquidity management and operational efficiency. Lead financial planning, analysis, forecasting, budgeting processes, and provide actionable insights to inform executive decision-making. Ensure accurate financial reporting in compliance with regulatory requirements while proactively identifying and mitigating financial risks. Support strategic initiatives such as market expansion projects, mergers and acquisitions activity, and digital transformation efforts by providing sound financial guidance. Collaborate closely with the CEO/President and other members of the executive team on high-level business decisions that drive organisational success. Champion best practices in financial governance, internal controls, audit readiness, and risk management throughout the company. Foster a culture of collaboration within the finance function by mentoring team members and promoting knowledge sharing. What you bring: To excel as Chief Financial Officer in this dynamic environment, you will bring extensive experience from senior finance positions within relevant industries such as food distribution or FMCG. Your proven ability to secure funding through diverse channels will be complemented by your skill in building lasting partnerships with external financiers. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) qualification is essential for this position; applications without these credentials cannot be considered. Minimum of 10–15 years’ progressive experience in senior financial leadership roles within the Philippines is required, ideally gained in food distribution, fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), or retail sectors. Track record of leading successful equity and debt fundraising initiatives—including private equity deals, bank negotiations, mezzanine financing arrangements, or working capital facilities—is vital. Proven ability to design and optimise treasury operations as well as cash flow management systems for complex organisations. Established relationships with banks, lending institutions, private investors, or similar stakeholders are crucial for facilitating ongoing access to capital. Strong commitment to ethical standards in financial governance coupled with meticulous attention to regulatory compliance requirements is expected. Outstanding leadership abilities demonstrated through mentoring finance teams or driving cross-functional collaboration are highly valued.

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