Controller/Finance Business Partner – Financial Markets

Role: Controller/Finance Business Partner (AVP) – Financial Markets

Background on what ING is about:

ING Hubs Philippines (ING Hubs PH) is an international part of the ING organization delivering services to many Business Units across the world for both Wholesale Banking and Retail Banking activities. Working for ING Hubs PH means working with the most diverse workforce and where no challenge is the same.

At ING our purpose is to empower people to stay a step ahead in life and business. We believe that sustainable progress is driven by people with the imagination and determination to make a better future for themselves and those around them.

ING is changing what banking is. For you, that means plenty of opportunities for personal growth in a continuously evolving environment. If this is the environment you thrive in, then apply and join us in changing the future of banking!

Job Overview

We are seeking a Finance Business Partner (AVP) to join our Financial Markets Controller team within Corporate Finance – Belgium, based in Makati. This role is part of Global Finance for Belgium, a team dedicated to providing strategic financial insights and advice to support ING’s Financial Markets business.

Our mission is to enable robust, data-driven decision-making that accelerates ING’s ambition to be a leading digital bank. As part of a small, high-performing team, you will work closely with senior leaders in Wholesale Banking – Financial Markets and contribute to initiatives that drive smarter, more efficient ways of working. Your focus will be on delivering actionable insights and strategic advice that truly make an impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted sparring partner for senior management in strategic and tactical decision-making.
• Deliver timely, accurate reports and analysis to support business decisions.
• Design and present financial and non-financial insights through Quarterly Performance Reviews, Strategic Dialogues, Dynamic Planning, and Monthly Analysis.
• Advise on operational efficiency, cost modeling, allocation methodologies, and financial planning and control.
• Monitor cost trends and update Rolling Forecasts periodically.
• Perform run-rate analysis, identify cost efficiency opportunities, and prepare business cases for change programs.
• Analyze actual spend vs. plan using dashboards and other tools; provide variance explanations and actionable recommendations.
• Maintain full control of P&L costs and FTEs, including review and approval of requisitions, cost charging, and analytical reviews.
• Ensure effective management of management accounting data sources and monitor implementation of organizational changes (Info Memos, RFAs).
• Executive Communication: Prepare and deliver clear, compelling presentations and narratives for senior stakeholders, translating complex financial data into actionable insights and strategic recommendations.
• Collaborate closely with finance colleagues and non-finance stakeholders to ensure transparency, consistency, and actionable insights.

Key Capabilities/Experience & Minimum Qualifications

We hire smart people like you for your potential. Our biggest expectation is that you’ll stay curious. Keep learning. Take on responsibility. In return, we’ll back you to develop into an even more awesome version of yourself. 

Furthermore, you have:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field, Experience in banking, particularly Financial Markets
• Advanced studies in Finance (e.g., Master’s degree, MBA, CFA, or equivalent) strongly preferred.
• 5-8 years of experience in FP&A, finance advisory, or business controlling roles.
• Excellent stakeholder management, cross-functional collaboration, and communication skills.
• Ability to create clear and compelling PowerPoint presentations to communicate financial insights.
• Strong Communication Skills - Proven ability to put a story from the numbers and communicate insights effectively.
• Strong hands-on experience with Advanced Excel, including Power Query Power BI and other visualization tool, Familiarity with SmartView, Hyperion, Essbase, or TM1 is a plus.
• Strong learning agility and a proactive, self-starting approach to problem-solving.
• Passion for continuous improvement and driving efficiency through automation.
• Open to candidates from other industries with strong technical and analytical capabilities.