About this role
Position Type: Full-time
Location: Philippines (Remote)
Schedule: PST, Monday-Friday
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.
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.
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
Competencies and Qualifications
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
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
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.