Senior Finance Manager - #34536

Our client is a well-established provider in the medical aesthetics sector, with a strong presence in the Philippines since 2014. As part of an international network, the company has built a reputation for offering advanced solutions in hair restoration, combining medical expertise with a premium, client-centered approach.

The company provides a wide range of services including consultations, hair transplantation, restorative treatments, and complementary aesthetic procedures. With a focus on natural results and personalized care, our client is known for delivering a high standard of service and a luxury experience to its clientele.

This is an amazing opportunity for a Sr Finance Manager to join a growing medical aesthetics company and drive brand growth in the luxury healthcare space. This is a newly created role designed to complement the work of the current Finance Manager. While the Finance Manager focuses on operational finance, this position will concentrate on financial planning and analysis, reporting, and controlling. The ideal candidate is tech-savvy, comfortable working with various systems, and demonstrates strong leadership skills.

Overall purpose and responsibilities of the role:

The Senior Finance Manager will lead the strategic and managerial oversight of the Finance Department, providing structure, clear reporting, and financial insights to guide executive decisions. Working alongside the Finance Manager, this role ensures that deliverables are met on time, junior staff are effectively led and retained, and that the company’s financial performance is visible, understood, and actionable.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1) Financial Strategy & Reporting (Complementary to Finance Manager)

• Supervise and validate the monthly management reports, ensuring clarity, timeliness, and relevance for executive use.
• Deliver high-level financial analyses, forecasts, and cash flow management.
• Present financial insights and trends clearly and concisely to top management.

2) Department Management & Oversight

• Establish department SOPs, internal calendars, KPIs, and quality control checklists to ensure that outputs (reports, compliance, payables, etc.) are consistent and punctual.
• Supervise the Finance Manager in her execution of accounting, payroll, tax, and compliance operations.
• Lead weekly Finance Team check-ins and quarterly performance reviews.

3) Team Development & Coaching

• Mentor and support the Finance Manager in team leadership, delegation, and communication.
• Provide direct supervision of newly hired bookkeepers and accounting assistants to increase retention, clarity, and efficiency.
• Identify training needs, communication gaps, and propose improvements in the team’s working methods.

4) Controls, Governance, and Process Improvements

• Strengthen and monitor internal controls, including document workflow, expense approvals, and segregation of duties.
• Ensure audit readiness, policy compliance, and completeness of financial documentation.
• Propose and oversee automation or process improvement projects, in coordination with IT/HR.

5) Strategic Partnership with Management

• Work closely with top executives on budgeting, expansion plans, cost modeling, and ad hoc financial studies.
• Support long-term planning with business cases and sensitivity analyses.
• Advise on the financial implications of new products, partnerships, or ventures.

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) required.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership or management position.
• Background in financial reporting, controls, and team management.
• Strong business acumen and experience working directly with senior leadership.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills (can polish and translate technical info into executive summaries).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
• Familiarity with accounting systems and the ability to leverage technology to automate tasks.
• This role is ideal for someone who thrives in small team settings, and is skilled at improving and streamlining existing processes.
• Strong English communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Demonstrated leadership qualities: ability to motivate, support, and develop team members.
• Tech-savvy and open to adopting new tools to improve workflows.
• Capability to identify staffing needs and recommend additional hires to strengthen the team.
• A strategic thinker with the confidence and communication skills to propose new ideas and successfully gain buy-in from leadership.
• Brings innovative approaches to improve team dynamics, processes, and overall departmental performance.
• Well-groomed and professional appearance.

Highly Advantageous

• Experience working in small, fast-paced environments
• Experience with QuickBooks (Online or Desktop) – highly preferred
• Preferred Industry Experience (highly advantageous but not required) : Background in luxury sectors, such as high-end hotels, wellness and spa services, or premium food and beverage establishments.

Key Traits

• Structured, assertive, and highly organized.
• Able to balance hands-on guidance with executive-level thinking.
• Strong interpersonal and coaching ability.
• Discreet, trustworthy, and emotionally intelligent.
• Has a passion for elevating and motivating others.
• Humble, approachable, and a natural team player with excellent attention to detail.

Culture Fit:

• Thrives in a workplace with an open-door policy and approachable leadership.
• Values collaboration, humility, and teamwork.
• Passionate about building a strong, cohesive, and motivated finance team.

Location: Makati

Schedule: Typically, Monday to Friday, but must be open to working on weekends, as these are the busiest days of the week. Two consecutive days off will be provided. 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM Philippine Time, including a one-hour lunch break.