Finance Manager - AU Experience

Looking for Filipino (Philippines-based) candidates Job Role: Finance Manager Compensation range: $2,000 AUD - $3,000 AUD / Monthly Engagement type: Independent Contractor Agreement Work Schedule: This role is expected to align with the AU business hours (approx. 9 AM - 5 PM, Monday to Friday) for collaboration, but as a contractor, you’ll have flexibility in how you manage your time. Who We Are: At Hunt St, we help Australian companies hire top remote talent in the Philippines. For this role, you will be engaged directly by the client as an independent contractor. We are not an outsourcing agency. All of our roles are 100% remote so you'll be able to work from home. Who The Client Is: An organization built to empower growing small and medium‑sized businesses by providing expert financial leadership without the need for a full‑time executive. It offers a flexible, hands-on approach to strategic planning, accounting, and operational finance, helping clients streamline reporting, protect revenue, and build efficient internal processes while allowing business leaders to focus on growth and innovation. Role Overview: We are a growing Fractional CFO / Virtual Finance business supporting high-growth companies across Australia and internationally. We are seeking a Finance Manager (Philippines-based) to work closely with our CFO and finance team, delivering high-quality financial management across multiple clients. The role has a primary focus on a US-based inventory-driven business, alongside supporting a portfolio of Australian clients. This is a hands-on role requiring strong technical capability, attention to detail, and the ability to operate in a fast-paced, multi-client environment. Key Responsibilities 1. US-Based Inventory Business (Primary Client) Own and manage the month-end close process Perform full balance sheet reconciliations Complete and review inventory reconciliations (including systems alignment with CIN7) Prepare and review monthly P&L and management reports Assist with US-based financial filings and compliance requirements Prepare reporting packs for lenders and external stakeholders Support cashflow reporting and working capital analysis Assist with ad hoc finance tasks as required by CFO / US stakeholders 2. Australian Client Portfolio Support month-end processes across multiple clients Perform balance sheet reconciliations Assist with P&L review and variance analysis Prepare management reporting packs Assist with year-end reconciliations and audit preparation Support finance managers/CFO on client deliverables and deadlines 3. Systems & Process Work across: Xero CIN7 (inventory management) Maintain high-quality financial data and documentation Identify and implement process improvements and efficiencies Assist in standardising workflows across clients Requirements Technical Skills Strong experience in month-end close and financial reporting Proven experience with: Complex Balance sheet reconciliations Inventory accounting Experience with multi-client environments Exposure to US accounting or reporting requirements (highly regarded) Strong Excel / data skills Systems Experience Xero (essential) CIN7 or similar inventory systems (highly desirable) Personal Attributes Exceptional attention to detail Highly organised and process-driven Proactive with a problem-solving mindset Strong communication skills (written and verbal) Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines Collaborative team player with a “get it done” attitude Why Join Us Work directly with an experienced Fractional CFO Exposure to international businesses (US & Australia) Broad, hands-on role across multiple industries Opportunity to grow with a scaling finance function High level of ownership and responsibility Work Arrangement & Expectations: This is a remote role that will be set up as an independent contractor engagement. To ensure alignment and transparency, successful candidates will be expected to: Disclose any existing ongoing roles or client work Reflect this engagement on their LinkedIn profile (clearly marked as “Independent Contractor”)