Remote Financial Controller

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The Finance Controller will collaborate in a fully remote setting, working closely with virtual assistants based in the Philippines and reporting directly to US-based employer.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Finance Controller to join our dynamic and growing company in a fully, virtual online environment. The ideal candidate will be a strategic leader with a proven track record of success in financial management, decision-making, and leading Virtual professionals. This role will be responsible for all aspects of the company's financial operations. The Finance Controller will work closely with a team of Filipino virtual assistants and a US-based employer.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

A. Financial Planning & Analysis:

· Develop and implement comprehensive financial plans, budgets, and forecasts.

· Analyze financial data, identify trends, and make recommendations to improve financial performance.

· Monitor key financial metrics and provide regular reports to senior management.

B. Financial Operations Management:

· Oversee day-to-day financial operations, including accounting, and invoicing, all aspects of accounting, treasury, and financial reporting.

· Ensure compliance with locals and international financial regulations or standards.

· Manage cash flow, investments, payroll and debt financing.

C. Strategic Leadership:

· Provide financial guidance and support to senior management on strategic decisions.

· Lead and mentor the finance team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

· Collaborate with other departments to ensure alignment with financial goals.

D. Risk Management:

· Identify and mitigate financial risks.

· Implement internal controls to safeguard company assets.

· Develop and maintain a strong risk management framework.

E. Investor Relations:

· Manage relationships with investors and lenders.

· Prepare and present financial information to investors.

· Ensure transparency and accountability in financial reporting.

F. External Relations:

· Manage relationships with financial institutions, clients/partners, and other stakeholders.

· Oversee the preparation for audits and liaise with external auditors to ensure compliance and accuracy.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, or a related field.

· Minimum 2-3 years of experience in a leadership and management role within finance.

· Proven track record of successful financial management, assertive and confident in making decisions

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to effectively manage a virtual team and liaise with US stakeholders

· Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, accounting software and financial reporting tolls.

· Experienced working in a remote working environment.

· Demonstrated experience in underwriting processes and principles.

DESIRED SKILLS:

· Experience in the real estate industry.

· Strong understanding of financial modeling and forecasting techniques.

· Excellent communication skills to effectively liaise with virtual teams and international stakeholders.

· With experience in US financial/taxation law is a plus factor

· Significant experience in or knowledge of GAAP accounting

Tech requirements (non-negotiable). Attach device specs/screenshots with your application.

· Laptop/desktop (? 3 years old)

· CPU: Intel i5 10th-gen+ / AMD Ryzen 5+

· RAM: 8GB+

· Internet: 50–100 Mbps (with backup)

· A/V: Working webcam, mic, and headset

TOOLS/SYSTEMS/SOFTWARES:

· Finance & Accounting: Acodei, Quickbooks, Stripe

· Time Tracking & Productivity Monitoring: Hubstaff

· Project & Task Management: ASANA

· Communication & Collaboration: Slack, Zoom

· File Storage & Document Sharing: Egnyte, Microsoft Applications, Advanced Excel

· Marketing & Outreach Tools: Active Campaign, SalesMessage

· Security & Access Management: LastPass, SurfShark, VPN

· AI & Research Assistants: ChatGPT, Perplexity

- Your experience with QuickBooks (modules used + typical weekly tasks)

- Recent finance/ops process you improved—what changed?

- Your internet speed (main + backup), and your working hours preference

Tip: Links to a portfolio, sample reports/dashboards, or SOP you created are a plus.