Ice Cream Philippines Finance Lead (Fixed-Term)

Life tastes better with ice cream

With 19.000 expert ice cream colleagues and iconic brands like Wall’s, Cornetto and Ben & Jerry’s, loved in 76 countries, we are the world’s largest Ice Cream company leading the industry.

We create iconic ice cream brands that are part of everyday life, bringing moments of joy to millions of people around the world. Everybody loves ice cream. And as the world’s biggest pure‑play ice cream company, we have the scale and ambition to make a real difference.

What Truly Sets Us Apart Is How We Work.

We move fast and keep things simple. We turn ideas into action, trust people to take ownership, and work as one team to win together with integrity. Our culture is high‑performance, collaborative and focused on getting things done.

We’re curious and ready for what’s next. We embrace digital, use data to make better decisions, and keep learning, including how AI can help us work smarter and serve consumers better.

The role

The Ice Cream Philippines Finance Lead is a strategic leadership role responsible for overseeing the financial operations and driving the financial strategy of distributor markets. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the financial future of the company, work closely with senior management, and contribute to business growth in diverse markets. If you are passionate about finance, enjoy navigating complex financial landscapes, and are eager to make a significant impact, this role is perfect for you!

What You'll Be Responsible For

• Financial Strategy: Develop and implement financial strategies to support the growth and profitability of distributor markets.
• Financial Reporting: Oversee the preparation and presentation of accurate financial reports and statements.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Lead the budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate financial risks to protect the company’s assets and profitability.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, as well as company policies.
• Team Leadership: Lead and develop the finance team, providing guidance and support to achieve financial goals.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with senior management and other stakeholders to drive financial performance and strategic initiatives.
  
  

We're Looking For Someone Who

• Has Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Has extensive experience in financial management and can operate confidently in a multinational or distributor market setting.
• Brings strong knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP/IFRS), excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, and strong leadership abilities.
• Has technical proficiency in financial systems and technology, including SAP and Excel
• Has the capability to develop and implement financial strategies that align with the company’s long-term goals
• Is flexible to adapt to changing financial landscapes and regulatory environments
• Is an expert in identifying and mitigating financial risks to protect the company’s assets and profitability
• Thinks end-to-end and takes ownerships for results
• Is comfortable working in a fast-moving, evolving organization
• Values collaboration, clarity and low-ego ways of working
• Is amenable to work under a fixed-term contract of 10 months
  
  

What You'll Get

Alongside meaningful work and strong development, we offer a reward package that typically includes

• Market-competitive pay and performance related rewards
• Flexible ways of working
• Support for health, wellbeing and life outside of work
• Time off to rest and recharge
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
  
  

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Why join us?

This is a place for people who are passionate about ice cream and are growth obsessed - both for the business and for themselves. People who act like an owner and drive our business end-to-end. People who are driven by success to deliver more than we ever thought we could!

You’ll thrive here if you value an inclusive culture, with low ego and hierarchy - and if you’re excited to continuously learn and challenge how we work, using digital, data, and new thinking to push us forward.

• Roles with real accountability and visible impact
• Free to move fast, experiment and challenge how things are done
• Continuous learning and development as the business grows
• Reward linked to performance and contribution.
  
  

Your career here is shaped by what you deliver, as you work across functions and markets and grow with the business.

Ready to build the future of Ice Cream?

If this sounds like the place where you'd thrive, we'd love to hear from you. Apply online and share your CV. We'll review your application and be in touch with the next steps.

If you are an individual with a disability and require assistance at any time during our recruitment process, please let your Talent Acquisition Partner know.

Additional Information

The Magnum Ice Cream Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can do their best work regardless of age, disability, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We encourage people with all backgrounds to apply including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, and Māori and Pacific Peoples.