Agriculture Jobs in General Santos, Philippines (Now Hiring) — 6 open

Job Purpose and Impact

The Finance Analyst will support financial performance, reporting, and decision-making for the Copra business across Philippines and Indonesia, covering end-to-end operations including Crushing, Refinery, Origination (Buying Stations), and Logistics. This role is responsible for delivering accurate financial analysis, monitoring cost performance, and providing actionable insights to support operational efficiency and business performance. The position will partner closely with operations and cross functional teams while supporting both local and regional reporting requirements.

Key Accountabilities

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Closing & Performance Analysis

• Support month-end closing activities by reviewing operational and financial data across multi-country operations
• Perform variance analysis (actual vs. budget/forecast) and identify key business drivers
• Analyze production yields, inventory movements, and cost trends across Crushing and Refinery operations
• Ensure accuracy and consistency of financial data in coordination with accounting teams 

2. Cost Management & Operational Reporting

• Prepare and analyze periodic cost reports across: Crushing operations, Refinery operations, Origination (Buying Stations), Logistics and supply chain

Monitor cost drivers and operational KPIs across Philippines and Indonesia

• Identify risks, inefficiencies, and opportunities for cost optimization
• Prepare clear, structured reports and insights for management and stakeholders 

3. Forecasting & Budgeting

• Develop and maintain rolling forecasts in collaboration with operations and commercial teams
• Support annual budgeting process, including consolidation of inputs across functions and geographies
• Validate assumptions and perform scenario and sensitivity analysis
• Track forecast accuracy and recommend improvements 

4. Business Partnering

• Act as a finance partner to Operations, Supply Chain, and Origination teams
• Provide data-driven insights to support operational decision-making
• Facilitate cost review discussions and follow up on action items
• Support identification and monitoring of cost-saving initiatives 

5. Regional & Management Reporting

• Prepare and submit reports aligned with regional (APAC) and corporate requirements
• Support Gross Profit (GP) analysis and cost bridge explanations
• Ensure reporting accuracy, consistency, and timeliness
• Maintain and improve reporting tools and templates 

6. Governance & Continuous Improvement

• Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and financial procedures
• Support audits, inventory counts, and asset verification activities
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and enhance reporting efficiency 

Qualifications

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in financial analysis, FP&A, or cost management
• Experience in manufacturing, agribusiness, commodities, or supply chain operations is required
• Exposure to multi-site or cross-country operations is an advantage 

Professional Certification

• Professional certifications such as CPA, CMA, or CA are preferred 

Language Proficiency • Fluent in English (both written and spoken)