Director of Finance

Position Type: Full-time

Location: Philippines (Remote)

Schedule: PST, Monday-Friday

About the Role

We are seeking a strategic and hands-on Director of Finance to lead and strengthen the company’s finance function during a critical stage of growth. This is a player-coach role combining financial leadership with direct execution. The Director of Finance will own accounting, financial operations, payroll, compliance, financial planning, and investor readiness while building the systems and processes required to support a rapidly scaling global business.

Experience working within creative agencies, media, events, marketing, or creator economy businesses is highly valued. Reporting directly to the COO, this individual will serve as a key financial partner to leadership and play a central role in scaling the company’s financial infrastructure and decision-making capability.

About the Company

Our client is a fast-growing, globally distributed creative agency and brand experience company specializing in content production, creator-led campaigns, live events, and innovative brand activations. As the business scales internationally and prepares for future fundraising initiatives, they are investing in building a modern, AI-enabled financial and operational infrastructure to support long-term growth.

The company operates in a highly creative, fast-moving, and entrepreneurial environment where ownership, adaptability, and collaboration are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and own the company’s finance, accounting, payroll, and compliance functions
• Oversee bookkeeping, reconciliations, month-end close, and financial reporting
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning
• Build financial models, dashboards, and executive reporting packages
• Support fundraising initiatives, investor readiness, and due diligence processes
• Develop and improve financial systems, controls, and operational processes
• Coordinate tax filings, payroll administration, and compliance requirements with external partners
• Evaluate and implement automation, AI tools, and finance technology solutions
• Support international expansion and multi-location operational planning
• Provide actionable financial insights and recommendations to leadership

Must-Have

• Strong accounting, controllership, and financial management experience in a fast-paced environment
• Experience building or improving financial systems and operational processes
• Experience supporting fundraising initiatives, investor reporting, due diligence, or capital raise activities in a startup, agency, nonprofit, or growth-stage business
• Strong budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial reporting skills
• Hands-on experience with payroll, tax coordination, and compliance workflows
• Experience working directly with founders, executives, or senior leadership teams
• Strong analytical, financial modeling, and problem-solving abilities
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
• Experience in startups, agencies, or rapidly growing businesses
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Demonstrated ability to leverage AI tools such as Claude, ChatGPT, and workflow automation platforms to improve reporting, analysis, documentation, and operational efficiency

Nice-to-Have

• Experience supporting multi-million-dollar fundraising initiatives or investor-backed growth
• Background in creative agencies, media, content production, experiential marketing, live events, or creator economy businesses
• Experience with globally distributed teams and international operations
• Experience implementing finance, payroll, or HR systems
• Familiarity with SaaS, MarTech, or technology-enabled service businesses
• Experience evaluating and implementing modern finance technology stacks
• NGO or nonprofit fundraising finance experience

What We Offer

• 100% Remote Work – Work from anywhere in the Philippines.
• Career Growth Opportunities – Gain hands-on experience, and continuous learning.
• Collaborative & Innovative Team – Work alongside skilled professionals who value excellence.

Application Process

We understand that searching for a new job can be challenging, and we’re here to support you every step of the way. Our goal is to make the process as transparent and respectful as possible.

The interview process includes a Recruiter Interview, Client Interview, and Assessment. As part of the process, candidates complete a hands-on task during the technical interview. Throughout each stage, we keep you informed and provide feedback as quickly as possible, ensuring you feel valued and supported throughout your journey with us.

Key Qualities

• Strategic yet hands-on operator who can balance execution and leadership
• Strong systems thinker who enjoys building structure in fast-moving environments
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail
• Entrepreneurial and adaptable in ambiguous, evolving environments
• Proactive problem solver who takes ownership without needing direction
• Collaborative team player comfortable working closely with founders and cross-functional teams
• Comfortable leveraging AI and automation to improve efficiency and decision-making