Commercial Finance Lead

About the job Commercial Finance Lead

Balance the books and fuel smarter growth where finance meets strategy with Smartsourcing

Hi Were
Smartsourcing
, and were on the lookout for a hands-on
Commercial Finance Lead
to join one of our awesome clients full-time and on-site. We're not your typical outsourcing company were a certified
Great Place to Work
because we put people first. At Smartsourcing, culture and career momentum go hand in hand.

Where You'll Be

JEG Tower, Archbishop Reyes, Corner Acacia St., Barangay Kamputhaw, Cebu City, 6000 Cebu

Your Role as Commercial Finance Lead

As a
Commercial Finance Lead
, you'll report directly to the CFO. Your role will be all about providing accurate insights, guiding financial strategy, and helping senior stakeholders make smarter business decisions. From budgeting and forecasting to product costing and lease management, you'll ensure finance supports growth every step of the way.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Financial Planning and Analysis:
  Develop and implement comprehensive financial strategies, conduct in-depth analysis of financial data, and provide actionable insights to guide the company's short-term and long-term financial goals.
• Budget & Forecast Development and Management:
  Oversee the creation and management of annual budgets, ensuring alignment with company objectives and financial targets.
• Forecasting and Modeling:
  Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create and maintain accurate financial forecasts and models to predict future financial performance, supporting strategic decision-making and risk management.
• Financial Reporting:
  Assist with timely and accurate preparation of financial reports, including weekly, monthly and quarterly reporting for internal management and board meetings.
• Performance Analysis:
  Conduct thorough analysis of financial results compared to budgets and forecasts, identifying variances, trends, and areas for improvement, and ad-hoc financial analysis as requested by management to provide insights and recommendations.
• Business Partnering and Collaboration:
  Act as a key financial advisor to various departments, providing strategic financial guidance and support to enhance business operations, project management, and overall organizational effectiveness. Foster strong partnerships across the company ensure financial strategies and decisions are integrated seamlessly into business.
• New Product / Market Pricing:
  Create financial costing for new product development through business partnering with operations, procurement and sales teams. Provide recommendations on customer pricing and feasibility of products. Periodically review market trends and cost movements in the business to identify the need and value of any price adjustments
• Product Costings:
  Ensure accuracy of product costings (including variable and overhead cost allocations) within the ERP system, work closely with production planners to ensure accuracy of Bill of Materials.
• Lease Management:
  Oversee and manage all lease negotiations and prepare new store appraisals as required. Effectively oversee management of store lease payments and abatements in accordance with lease terms.
• Ad Hoc tasks and continues improvement:
  Assist with Ad Hoc tasks, Identifying and implementing process and profit improvement initiatives. Maintenance of savings pipeline and tracking of savings through the P&L

Requirements

• CA, CPA, or CIMA qualified (Big 4 / top-tier audit experience an advantage).
• 5+ years of commercial finance or accounting experience with leadership exposure.
• FMCG, food, or beverage manufacturing background preferred.
• ERP product costing experience highly valued.
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills.
• Strong communication and presentation ability.
• Detail-oriented, adaptable, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Step Into the Smartsourcing Experience

Smartsourcing was created with one mission: to change lives. Were here to ensure that businesses flourish and, just as importantly, that every member of the crew is inspired, supported, and set up to thrive. For the fourth-year running, wev'e been recognized as one of HR Asias Best Companies to Work For. This award isnt just a title its a testament to our commitment to making Smartsourcing an incredible place to build a career.

Why Youll Love Working Here

At Smartsourcing, we believe the best work comes from people who feel seen, heard, and valued. That's why were all about fostering an environment where you can be your true self. We take pride in being certified as a Great Place to Work, because we know that when you love where you work, extraordinary things happen. Here's just a glimpse of what we offer:

• Weekends are yours (we respect your time off)
• 5-day Christmas Leave (unwrap real time off)
• Healthcare from Day 1 for you and your family (because healthcare matters)
• Free lunch and barista-crafted coffee daily (we take our caffeine seriously)
• Night shift differential for evening schedules
• Subsidized gym membership and sports wellness clubs (including hiking and free-diving)
• Smartsourcing Exclusives (deals made just for you)
• Themed BFFs, monthly knockoffs, and summer parties
• Community give-back programs and personal development workshops

We're not just another outsourcing company. We're building something that actually matters here a place where good work meets good culture.

If youre ready to make a real impact with a company that values your expertise, apply now